Theatre Arts and Dance - Undergraduate Programs
Mission and Objective
The mission of the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance in the College of Liberal Arts at The University of Texas at Arlington is to provide a comprehensive undergraduate education through theory, research, and practice in the theatre arts and dance.
The objective of the department is to provide an extensive and wide-ranging education in the theatrical and dance professions through applied and practical experiences acquired through performance and production opportunities. Undergraduate students in the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance explore the components which comprise the performance and production event. The research of new theories and their applications to the art, craft, and management of Theatre Arts and Dance is highly encouraged through one-on-one mentoring and supervision by specialized, professional faculty. A primary aspect of the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance is to provide a challenging educational environment for each student characterized by shared values, unity of purpose, diversity of opinion, mutual respect, and a commitment to lifelong learning. The following degrees are offered:
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theatre Arts
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Theatre Arts with concentrations in:
- Design and Technology
- Musical Theatre
- Acting
In addition, the Department offers the following minors:
- Minor in Dance
- Minor in Theatre Arts
Dance courses are listed as Dance (DNCE). Several approved university core courses are also offered by the department that satisfy core degree requirements in other disciplines.
Production and Performance
Production and performance within the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance at the University of Texas at Arlington provides a laboratory for curricular exploration and a showcase for the creative research of the academic program. Professional faculty and guest artists work with students to present a wide variety of plays and musicals from past and current theatrical literature with a special focus on new play development. Every student, upon admission to a theatre degree program in the department participates in productions through coursework and practicums. These activities directly support the academic objectives of the department.
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theatre Arts
Liberal Arts Requirements
The Bachelor of Arts degree provides a broad range of courses in theatre theory and practice, including acting, directing, technical theatre, dramatic literature, theatre history, and performance which offers breadth of experience and depth of inquiry. The B.A. is designed for students focused on the creation of new works: playwrights, directors, dramaturgs, and scholars.
Admission
In addition to the general requirements for admission to the University, the aspiring undergraduate must meet the following requirement for admission to the Bachelor of Arts degree program:
- Participation in advisement.
To be fully accepted in the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theatre Arts degree program, all students must complete at least one semester as a "Theatre Arts Intended" student and earn a 2.0 cumulative grade point average in all courses including theatre courses taken at UT Arlington. Once these standards are met, the student may be declared as a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts major.
B.A. in Theatre Arts - Academic Requirements
All Theatre Arts majors shall enroll in THEA 0181 for one hour per semester - six (6) hours of THEA 0181 are required to graduate. Students should see their advisor regarding practicum obligations.
All B.A. students are encouraged to audition for each major production each semester they are enrolled, though they may choose to decline being considered for a role at the time of the audition. Production activities and Theatre Arts disciplinary rules are governed by a student handbook that is available to the student through the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance.
A minimum 2.0 overall grade point average is required for all courses, including theatre courses, taken at UT Arlington in order to remain in the B.A. degree program. Students currently enrolled at UT Arlington who wish to declare Theatre Arts as a major must have a minimum grade point average of 2.0 in overall coursework taken at UT Arlington in order to be admitted.
A student will be placed on departmental academic probation in the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance if her/his grade point average drops below the minimum university GPA requirements. The department follows university guidelines regarding Academic Probation, Academic Warning, Academic Continuance, and Academic Dismissal. Theatre Arts and Dance students will work with their Area Head and advisor while on academic probation to create a specific improvement plan. However, if after a regular semester the student's grade point average does not meet the minimum required grade point average, the student may, at the discretion of the program area head and department chair, be removed from the degree program and will be advised as to other degree plan alternatives, should they exist.
Department Scholarships
The Department of Theatre Arts and Dance offers limited talent-based scholarships to deserving students. Work-study positions may be available. Contact the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance for information.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)
Liberal Arts Requirements
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is a specialized, pre-professional degree that provides a background in the liberal arts with specialized concentrations in: Design and Technology, Musical Theatre, or Acting.
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The Design and Technology Concentration is for students seeking a professional career as a scenic, lighting, sound or costume designer, technical director, and/or theatre technician.
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The Musical Theatre Concentration is designed for students seeking a professional career in musical theatre performance.
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The Acting Concentration is designed for students seeking a professional career as an actor.
Students seeking the B.F.A. elect additional courses chosen from the University and Liberal Arts core curricula outside the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance.
Admission - B.F.A.
The aspiring undergraduate must meet the following requirements for admission to the Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree program:
* Participation in advisement.
* A personal interview with a designated faculty member (all students).
* A design/technical production portfolio review for the Design and Technology B.F.A. Concentration or an audition and interview for the Musical Theatre and the Acting B.F.A. Concentrations are required for admittance into one of these three B.F.A. Concentrations.
* Upon acceptance by the University and the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance, an indication of an area of concentration (Design and Technology, Musical Theatre, or Acting) is required.
B.F.A. - Academic Requirements
All Theatre Arts majors shall enroll in THEA 0181 for one hour per the requirements of their B.F.A. concentration in order to graduate. Students should see their advisor regarding practicum obligations. Transfer students must discuss THEA 0181 requirements with the Theatre Arts academic advisor.
- B.F.A. Design and Technology Concentration students are required to present an updated portfolio and resume of production and course work at a formal portfolio review session at the end of each semester enrolled. Students are required to perform an assigned BFA assignment each semester enrolled. These assignments can be work on a departmental production or projects geared to enhancing specific skill sets and portfolio materials. The BFA assignment is in addition to the requirements of the THEA 0181 Theatre Practicum course and any other course work. BFA assignments will be assigned by the Area Head of the Design and Technology Concentration with consultation from the design and technology faculty. Upon completion of the final semester of the B.F.A. Design and Technology Concentration, students will present their work at an exit portfolio presentation showcasing the student’s accumulated design and production work completed while enrolled in at UTA
- B.F.A. Musical Theatre Concentration students are required to audition for each major production each semester they are enrolled, unless special permission has been obtained in advance of the audition from the Musical Theatre Concentration Area Head or the Chair of the Department.
- B.F.A. Acting Concentration students are required to audition for each major production each semester they are enrolled, unless special permission has been obtained in advance of the audition from the Acting Concentration Area Head or the Chair of the Department.
A minimum grade point average of 2.0 is required in overall coursework taken at UT Arlington in order to remain in the B.F.A. degree program. A minimum grade point average of 2.0 is required for all Theatre courses taken at UT Arlington in order to remain in the B.F.A. degree program. Students currently enrolled at UT Arlington who wish to declare Theatre Arts as an intended B.F.A. major must have a minimum grade point average of 2.0 in overall coursework taken at UT Arlington, in addition to the admission requirements stated above, in order to be admitted.
Concurrent enrollment in more than one B.F.A. concentration is not allowed. A student must complete a B.F.A. concentration and graduate with that concentration before being allowed to enroll in a second B.F.A. concentration.
Students wishing to change their B.F.A. concentration from one plan to another must reapply for and be accepted by the faculty to the new concentration according to the application procedures applicable for that concentration. Students should be aware that changing B.F.A. concentrations may result in additional semesters of study. Students should contact their academic advisor to obtain a new graduation date when changing concentrations.
A student will be placed on departmental academic probation in the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance if her/his grade point average drops below the minimum university GPA requirements. The department follows university guidelines regarding Academic Probation, Academic Warning, Academic Continuance, and Academic Dismissal. Theatre Arts and Dance students will work with their Area Head and advisor while on academic probation to create a specific improvement plan. However, if after a regular semester the student's grade point average does not meet the minimum required grade point average, the student may, at the discretion of the program area head and department chair, be removed from the degree program and will be advised as to other degree plan alternatives, should they exist.
Production activities and Theatre Arts disciplinary rules shall be governed by a student handbook that is available to the student upon request through the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance or at <https://www.uta.edu/theatre>.
Department Scholarships
The Department of Theatre Arts and Dance offers limited talent-based scholarships to deserving students. Work-study positions may be available. Contact the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance for information.
Requirements for a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theatre Arts
| Pre-Professional Courses | ||
| General Core Requirements | 42 | |
| See UT Arlington approved Core Curriculum for Core requirements. | ||
| Core courses also in the THEA B.A. degree plan: | ||
| ENGL 1301, ENGL 1302, THEA 1303, THEA 1343 | ||
| Program Requirements: | ||
| Modern and Classical Languages: 1441, 1442. | 8 | |
| Professional Courses | ||
| B.A. THEATRE ARTS: Lower-Division Hours | ||
| THEA 0181 | THEATRE PRACTICUM 1 | 6 |
| THEA 1101 | THEATRE ARTS SYMPOSIUM | 1 |
| THEA 1303 | FUNDAMENTALS OF PRESENTATION (Also Area Option Core Course) | 3 |
| THEA 1304 | STAGECRAFT I | 3 |
| THEA 1305 | INTRODUCTION TO THEATRICAL DESIGN | 3 |
| THEA 1307 | ACTING: FUNDAMENTALS | 3 |
| THEA 1315 | THEATRICAL MAKEUP | 3 |
| THEA 1343 | INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE (Also Creative Arts Core Course) | 3 |
| THEA 2306 | COSTUME TECHNOLOGY | 3 |
| THEA 2309 | SCRIPT ANALYSIS | 3 |
| B.A. THEATRE ARTS: Upper-Division Hours | ||
| THEA 3300 | DIRECTING I | 3 |
| THEA 3318 | DRAFTING FOR THE ARTS | 3 |
| THEA 4303 | CLASSICAL THEATRE HISTORY | 3 |
| THEA 3352 | STAGE MANAGEMENT & THEATRE ADMINISTRATION | 3 |
| THEA 4304 | MODERN THEATRE HISTORY | 3 |
| THEA Electives at the 3000/4000 level | 9 | |
| Advanced Elective, Any Subject | 12 | |
| Elective, any level | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
TOTAL B.A. HOURS= 42 +78 = 120 HOURS
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All Theatre Arts BA majors will enroll in THEA 0181 for one hour per semester with six (6) hours of THEA 0181 required. Students should see their advisor regarding practicum obligations. Transfer students must discuss THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM requirements with the Theatre Arts academic advisor.
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts (B.A.) - Sample Plan of Study Grid*
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 01812 | 1 | THEA 01812 | 1 |
| THEA 1101 | 1 | THEA 1304 | 3 |
| THEA 1307 | 3 | THEA 1305 | 3 |
| THEA 1343 (Approved Creative Arts Core course.) | 3 | THEA 1315 | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 (Approved Communication Core course)1 | 3 | ENGL 1302 (Approved Communication Core course)1 | 3 |
| THEA 1303 (Satisfies Core Option Area) | 3 | Mathematics: Choose from approved core1 | 3 |
| 14 | 16 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 01812 | 1 | THEA 01812 | 1 |
| THEA 2306 | 3 | HIST 13021 | 3 |
| THEA 2309 | 3 | THEA 3352 | 3 |
| HIST 13011 | 3 | Advanced Theatre Elective | 3 |
| Mathematics: Choose from approved core1 | 3 | Social & Behavioral Sciences: Choose from approved core1 | 3 |
| Modern Language Level 1 (1441)1 | 4 | Modern Language Level 2 (1442)1 | 4 |
| 17 | 17 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 01812 | 1 | THEA 01812 | 1 |
| THEA 3318 | 3 | Elective: Advanced Theatre Elective | 3 |
| POLS 23111 | 3 | Elective: Advanced Theatre Elective | 3 |
| Life & Physical Sciences: Choose from approved lab science core1 | 3 | POLS 23121 | 3 |
| Elective: Advanced, any subject | 3 | Life & Physical Sciences: Choose from approved lab science core1 | 3 |
| Elective, Advanced, any subject | 3 | ||
| 16 | 13 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 3300 | 3 | THEA 4304 | 3 |
| THEA 4303 | 3 | Elective: Advanced, any subject | 3 |
| THEA Elective: Advanced, any subject | 6 | Component Area Course1 | 3 |
| Elective: Any level, any subject | 3 | Elective: Advanced, any subject | 3 |
| 15 | 12 | ||
| Total Hours: 120 | |||
* NOTE: The study grid above is for informational purposes only and is not an official degree plan. See the department's academic advisor for more information.
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Satisfies core requirement.
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All Theatre Arts BA majors shall enroll in one (1) hour per semester with six (6) hours of THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM required. Students should see their advisor regarding practicum obligations. Transfer students must discuss THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM requirements with the Theatre Arts advisor.
Optional Minor in DANCE or Another Discipline
B.A. Degree students may pursue a minor in Dance or another discipline after filing a statement of intent with their undergraduate advisor.
Requirements for a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Theatre Arts
| Pre-Professional Courses | ||
| See UT Arlington approved Core Curriculum for Core requirements. Core courses also in the THEA B.F.A. degree plan: | ||
| ENGL 1301, ENGL 1302, THEA 1303, THEA 1343 | ||
| Program Requirements | ||
| Electives: Sufficient to give the total number of hours required for degree. | ||
| Professional Courses | ||
| Concentrations | 65-77 | |
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| B.F.A. MUSICAL THEATRE CONCENTRATION: | ||
Lower-Division Hours | ||
| THEA 0181 | THEATRE PRACTICUM 1 | 4 |
| THEA 1101 | THEATRE ARTS SYMPOSIUM | 1 |
| DNCE 1132 | MODERN DANCE I | 1 |
| DNCE 1135 | BALLET I | 1 |
| DNCE 1134 | TAP DANCE | 1 |
| DNCE 1136 | JAZZ DANCE I | 1 |
| THEA/MUSI 1140 | PRIVATE LESSONS IN VOICE-MUSICAL THEATRE | 1 |
| THEA/MUSI 1141 | PRIVATE LESSONS IN VOICE-MUSICAL THEATRE | 1 |
| THEA 1303 | FUNDAMENTALS OF PRESENTATION | 3 |
| THEA 1304 | STAGECRAFT I | 3 |
| INTRODUCTION TO THEATRICAL DESIGN | ||
| THEA 1307 | ACTING: FUNDAMENTALS | 3 |
| THEA 1310 | MUSICAL THEATRE MUSICIANSHIP I | 3 |
| THEA 1315 | THEATRICAL MAKEUP | 3 |
| THEA 1343 | INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE | 3 |
| THEA/MUSI 2140 | PRIVATE LESSONS IN VOICE-MUSICAL THEATRE | 1 |
| THEA/MUSI 2141 | PRIVATE LESSONS IN VOICE-MUSICAL THEATRE | 1 |
| THEA 2309 | SCRIPT ANALYSIS | 3 |
| THEA 2311 | MUSICAL THEATRE MUSICIANSHIP II | 3 |
| THEA 2340 | MOVEMENT PERFORMANCE: FUNDAMENTALS | 3 |
| THEA 2352 | SCENE STUDY | 3 |
| MUSI 0010 | STUDIO CLASS MUSI 0010 is taken each semester enrolled in Private Lessons in Voice. | 0 |
Upper-Division Hours | ||
| THEA/MUSI 3140 | PRIVATE LESSONS IN VOICE-MUSICAL THEATRE | 1 |
| THEA/MUSI 3141 | PRIVATE LESSONS IN VOICE-MUSICAL THEATRE | 1 |
| DNCE 3232 | MODERN DANCE II ( or DNCE 3235 or 3236) | 2 |
| THEA 3300 | DIRECTING I (Or THEA 4311) | 3 |
| SHAKESPEARE AND VERSE IN PERFORMANCE | ||
| THEA 3317 | SINGING FOR THE ACTOR I | 3 |
| THEA 4270 | PRIVATE LESSONS IN VOICE-MUSICAL THEATRE | 2 |
| THEA 4271 | PRIVATE LESSONS IN VOICE - MUSICAL THEATRE | 2 |
| THEA 4304 | MODERN THEATRE HISTORY | 3 |
| THEA 4310 | MUSICAL THEATRE HISTORY | 3 |
| THEA 4317 | SINGING FOR THE ACTOR II (This course is taken two times.) | 3 |
| THEA 4317 | SINGING FOR THE ACTOR II (This course is taken two times.) | 3 |
| THEA 4333 | MUSICAL THEATRE AUDITIONING AND SHOWCASE | 3 |
| DNCE 3233 | DANCE FOR MUSICAL THEATRE (This course is taken two times.) | 4 |
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| B.F.A. ACTING CONCENTRATION: | ||
Lower-Division Hours | ||
| THEA 0181 | THEATRE PRACTICUM 1 | 6 |
| THEA 1101 | THEATRE ARTS SYMPOSIUM | 1 |
| DNCE 1131 | BALLROOM DANCE (OR DNCE 1134 or 1137) | 1 |
| DNCE 1132 | MODERN DANCE I | 1 |
| DNCE 1135 | BALLET I | 1 |
| DNCE 1136 | JAZZ DANCE I | 1 |
| THEA 1303 | FUNDAMENTALS OF PRESENTATION | 3 |
| THEA 1304 | STAGECRAFT I | 3 |
| THEA 1305 | INTRODUCTION TO THEATRICAL DESIGN | 3 |
| THEA 1307 | ACTING: FUNDAMENTALS | 3 |
| THEA 1315 | THEATRICAL MAKEUP | 3 |
| THEA 1343 | INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE | 3 |
| THEA 2302 | VOCAL PRODUCTION | 3 |
| THEA 2309 | SCRIPT ANALYSIS | 3 |
| THEA 2337 | IMPROVISATION: SHORT FORM | 3 |
| THEA 2340 | MOVEMENT PERFORMANCE: FUNDAMENTALS | 3 |
| THEA 2352 | SCENE STUDY | 3 |
Upper-Division Hours | ||
| THEA 3308 | ACTING FOR THE CAMERA AND DIGITAL MEDIA | 3 |
| THEA 3311 | DIALECTS IN PERFORMANCE | 3 |
| THEA 3314 | VOICE AND MOVEMENT | 3 |
| THEA 3317 | SINGING FOR THE ACTOR I | 3 |
| THEA 3346 | STAGE COMBAT | 3 |
| THEA 4201 | BUSINESS OF ACTING | 2 |
| THEA 4301 | ADVANCED ACTING: ENSEMBLE | 3 |
| THEA 4303 | CLASSICAL THEATRE HISTORY | 3 |
| THEA 4304 | MODERN THEATRE HISTORY | 3 |
| THEA 4311 | SHAKESPEARE AND VERSE IN PERFORMANCE | 3 |
| THEA 4334 | ACTING: AUDITIONING AND SHOWCASE | 3 |
| THEA 4340 | PHYSICAL THEATRE | 3 |
| THEA 4341 | ADVANCED SCENE STUDY | 3 |
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| B.F.A. DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY CONCENTRATION: | ||
Lower-Division Hours | ||
| THEA 0181 | THEATRE PRACTICUM 1 | 6 |
| THEA 1101 | THEATRE ARTS SYMPOSIUM | 1 |
| THEA 1303 | FUNDAMENTALS OF PRESENTATION | 3 |
| or THEA 1307 | ACTING: FUNDAMENTALS | |
| THEA 1304 | STAGECRAFT I | 3 |
| THEA 1305 | INTRODUCTION TO THEATRICAL DESIGN | 3 |
| ACTING: FUNDAMENTALS | ||
| THEA 1343 | INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE THEA 1343 or choice of Dance Appreciation or Art Appreciation | 3 |
| THEA 2306 | COSTUME TECHNOLOGY | 3 |
| THEA 2309 | SCRIPT ANALYSIS | 3 |
| THEA 2310 | DRAWING AND RENDERING FOR THE THEATRE | 3 |
Upper-Division Hours | ||
| THEA 3300 | DIRECTING I | 3 |
| THEA 3306 | SCENE PAINTING FOR THE STAGE | 3 |
| THEA 3313 | PERIOD STYLES | 3 |
| THEA 3316 | LIGHTING AND SOUND TECHNOLOGY | 3 |
| THEA 3318 | DRAFTING FOR THE ARTS | 3 |
| THEA 4344 | PORTFOLIO & THE BUSINESS OF DESIGN | 3 |
| THEA 4394 | SENIOR PROJECT | 3 |
| THEA 4394 | SENIOR PROJECT | 3 |
| Theatrical History Component | ||
| Select 6 Credit Hours from the following | 6 | |
| CLASSICAL THEATRE HISTORY | ||
| MODERN THEATRE HISTORY | ||
| U.S. THEATRE HISTORY | ||
| Discipline Focus | ||
| Select 9 Credit Hours from the following | 9 | |
| STAGE MANAGEMENT & THEATRE ADMINISTRATION | ||
| SCENE DESIGN I | ||
| SOUND DESIGN | ||
| LIGHTING DESIGN I | ||
| COSTUME DESIGN | ||
TOTAL FOR EACH B.F.A. SUB-PLAN = 128 HOURS, OF WHICH AT LEAST 39 MUST BE AT THE 3000/4000 LEVEL.
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All Theatre Arts BFA concentration majors will enroll in THEA 0181. BFA A and BFA DT concentration majors must enroll for one hour per semester in residence for the first three years with six (6) hours of THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM required. BFA MT majors must enroll for one hour per semester for the first two years with four (4) hours of THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM required. Students should see their advisor regarding practicum obligations. Transfer students must discuss THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM requirements with the Theatre Arts advisor.
B.F.A. CONCENTRATIONS - SAMPLE PLANS OF STUDY
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theatre Concentration: Sample Plan of Study Grid*
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 1140 | 1 | THEA 01813 | 1 |
| THEA 01813 | 1 | THEA 1141 | 1 |
| MUSI 0010 | 0 | MUSI 0010 | 0 |
| ENGL 13011 | 3 | ENGL 13021 | 3 |
| THEA 11012 | 1 | Mathematics: Select from approved core.1 | 3 |
| DNCE 1132 | 1 | THEA 1303 (Core Component Area)1 | 3 |
| THEA 1307 | 3 | THEA 2311 | 3 |
| THEA 1310 | 3 | DNCE 1135 | 1 |
| THEA 3317 | 3 | ||
| 13 | 18 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| MUSI 0010 | 0 | THEA 01813 | 1 |
| DNCE 1134 | 1 | THEA 2141 | 1 |
| THEA 1304 (or Intro to Theatrical Design) | 3 | THEA 2352 | 3 |
| THEA 13431 | 3 | MUSI 0010 | 0 |
| THEA 2140 (or MUSI 2140) | 1 | THEA 2340 | 3 |
| THEA 2309 | 3 | POLS 2311 | 3 |
| Life and Physical Sciences: Select from approved lab science core.1 | 3 | Life and Physical Sciences: Select from approved lab science in core.1 | 3 |
| THEA 4317 | 3 | DNCE 1136 | 1 |
| 17 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 3140 | 1 | THEA 0181 | 1 |
| MUSI 0010 | 0 | THEA 3141 | 1 |
| DNCE 3233 | 2 | THEA 3311 | 3 |
| THEA 3300, 4311, or 4341 (or Shakespeare & Verse) | 3 | MUSI 0010 | 0 |
| THEA 4310 | 3 | Advanced Dance Elective | 4 |
| HIST 1301 | 3 | Life & Physical Sciences: Select lab course from approved core.1 | 3 |
| THEA 4317 | 3 | Social and Behavioral Sciences: Select from approved core.1 | 3 |
| Language, Philosophy & Culture: select course from approved core.1 | 3 | ||
| 15 | 18 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| MUSI 0010 | 0 | MUSI 0010 | 0 |
| THEA 3308 | 3 | THEA 4271 | 2 |
| DNCE 3233 | 2 | THEA 4333 | 3 |
| THEA 4201 | 2 | Theatre Arts Elective(s) | 5 |
| THEA 4270 | 2 | Advanced Dance Electives | 4 |
| POLS 2312 | 3 | Elective: Any level, any subject | 3 |
| Theatre Arts Elective | 3 | ||
| 15 | 17 | ||
| Total Hours: 128 | |||
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Satisfies core requirement.
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THEA 1101 Theatre Symposium fulfills the UNIV 1131 course for entering Freshman Theatre Arts majors only. If a student is transferring in as a Theatre Arts major, the student shall enroll in UNIV 1101 instead of UNIV 1131.
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All Theatre Arts majors shall enroll in one (1) hour per semester in residence in THEA 0181 in order to graduate. Four (4) hours of THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM are required for Musical Theatre concentration. Students should see their advisor regarding practicum obligations. Transfer students must discuss THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM requirements with the Theatre Arts advisor.
* NOTE: The study grid above is for informational purposes only and is not an official degree plan. See the department's academic advisor for more information.
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Acting Concentration: Sample Plan of Study Grid*
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 01813 | 1 | THEA 01813 | 1 |
| THEA 11012 | 1 | THEA 1307 | 3 |
| THEA 1303 (Core Component Area)1 | 3 | THEA 2340 | 3 |
| THEA 2309 | 3 | ENGL 13021 | 3 |
| THEA 2337 | 3 | Mathematics: Select course from approved core.1 | 3 |
| ENGL 13011 | 3 | STUDIO Fri. 12 pm | |
| Creative Arts Core: Any level, any subject | 3 | ||
| STUDIO Fri. 12 pm | |||
| 17 | 13 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 01813 | 1 | THEA 01813 | 1 |
| THEA 1315 | 3 | THEA 3346 | 3 |
| THEA 13431 | 3 | THEA 2302 | 3 |
| DNCE 1132 | 1 | THEA 2352 | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | 3 | HIST 1302 | 3 |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences1 | 3 | POLS 23111 | 3 |
| STUDIO Fri. 12 pm | STUDIO Fri. 12 pm | ||
| 14 | 16 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 01813 | 1 | THEA 01813 | 1 |
| THEA 4303 | 3 | THEA 4304 | 3 |
| THEA 3308 | 3 | THEA 3314 | 3 |
| DNCE 1131 (Or DNCE 1134, 1135, 1136, 1137) | 1 | THEA 1305 (or Stagecraft I) | 3 |
| THEA 4311 | 3 | Life & Physical Sciences: Select lab course from approved core.1 | 3 |
| POLS 23121 | 3 | Elective: Any level, any subject. | 3 |
| Life and Physical Sciences: Select lab course from approved core.1 | 3 | STUDIO Fri. 12 pm | |
| STUDIO Fri. 12 pm | |||
| 17 | 16 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 4341 | 3 | THEA 4301 | 3 |
| THEA 3317 | 3 | THEA 3311 | 3 |
| THEA 4334 | 3 | Fine Arts Electives: Any Fine Arts course, any level. | 6 |
| THEA 4201 | 2 | Elective: Any level, any subject | 6 |
| THEA 4340 | 3 | STUDIO Fri. 12 pm | |
| Elective: 3 hr any level | 3 | ||
| STUDIO Fri. 12 pm | |||
| 17 | 18 | ||
| Total Hours: 128 | |||
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Satisfies core requirement.
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THEA 1101 Theatre Symposium satisfies the UNIV 1131 course for entering Freshman Theatre Arts majors only. If a student is transferring in as a Theatre Arts major, the student shall enroll in UNIV 1101 instead of UNIV 1131.
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All Theatre Arts majors shall enroll in one (1) hour per semester in residence in THEA 0181 in order to graduate. Six (6) hours of THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM are required for B.F.A Acting students. Students should see their advisor regarding practicum obligations. Transfer students must discuss THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM requirements with the Theatre Arts advisor.
* NOTE: The study grid above is for informational purposes only and is not an official degree plan. See the department's academic advisor for more information.
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Design & Technology Concentration: Sample Plan of Study Grid*
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 01813 | 1 | THEA 01813 | 1 |
| THEA 11012 | 1 | THEA 3318 | 3 |
| THEA 1304 | 3 | THEA 1305 | 3 |
| THEA 13431 | 3 | THEA 2306 | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 | 3 | ENGL 1302 | 3 |
| THEA 2310 | 3 | Mathematics: Select from approved core. | 3 |
| 14 | 16 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 01813 | 1 | THEA 01813 | 1 |
| THEA 3316 (or 3306 Scene Painting for the Stage) | 3 | Discipline Focus Course | 3 |
| 3316 Lighting & Sound Tech (odd) or 3306 Scene Painting (even) | 3305, 3352, 3301, 3303, or 4343 | ||
| THEA 2309 | 3 | THEA 4344 | 3 |
| Discipline Focus Course | 3 | 3304 Scenic Technology (odd) or Portfolio (even) | |
| 4343, 3352, 3301, 3303, or 3305 | HIST 1302 | 3 | |
| HIST 1301 | 3 | POLS 2311 | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Science | 3 | Language, Philosophy, Culture. Select course from approved core. | 3 |
| Mathematics: Select from approved core. | 3 | ||
| 19 | 16 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 01813 | 1 | THEA 01813 | 1 |
| Discipline Focus Course | 3 | THEA 3304 | 3 |
| 3303, 3352, 3301, 3305, or 4343 | 3304 Scenic Technology(odd) OR 4344 Portfolio (even) | ||
| Foundational Upper-Division | 3 | THEA 1307 (or 1303 Fundamentals of Presentation) | 3 |
| 3306 or 3316 | or 1303 Fundamentals of Presentation | ||
| THEA 3313 | 3 | Life and Physical Science, select any course from approved core. | 3 |
| POLS 2312 | 3 | THEA Elective | 3 |
| Life and Physical Science, select course from approved core. | 3 | ||
| 16 | 13 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| THEA 3300 | 3 | THEA 4304 | 3 |
| THEA 4303 | 3 | THEA 4394 | 3 |
| THEA 4394 | 3 | Fine Arts Elective: Any fine arts course, any level. | 3 |
| Social Science Elective: Any level, any subject. | 3 | Component Area, select from approved core. | 3 |
| Creative Arts, select from approved core. | 3 | Electives: 3 hr any level. | 3 |
| Elective, Any subject, any level | 2 | Elective | 2 |
| 17 | 17 | ||
| Total Hours: 128 | |||
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Satisfies core requirement.
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THEA 1101 Theatre Symposium satisfies the UNIV 1131 course for entering Freshman Theatre Arts majors only. If a student is transferring in as a Theatre Arts major, the student shall enroll in UNIV 1101 instead of UNIV 1131. Discuss requirement with the Theatre Arts academic advisor.
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All Theatre Arts majors will enroll in one (1) hour per semester THEA 0181 with up to (6) hours of THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM required to graduate. Students should see their advisor regarding practicum obligations. Transfer students must discuss THEA 0181 THEATRE PRACTICUM requirements with the Theatre Arts advisor.
* NOTE: The study grid above is for informational purposes only and is not an official degree plan. See the department's academic advisor for more information.
Oral Communication Competency
Students majoring in Theatre Arts may demonstrate competency in oral communications by taking any course approved by the Undergraduate Assembly for this purpose. Alternatively, they may demonstrate this competency by passing the University proficiency examination in oral communication.
Computer Use Competency
Students majoring in Theatre Arts may demonstrate competency in computer use by taking any course approved by the Undergraduate Assembly for this purpose. Alternatively, they may demonstrate this competency by passing the University proficiency examination in computer use.
Requirements for a Minor in Theatre Arts
Students who are not majoring in Theatre Arts may elect to minor in it.
Requirements
Eighteen (18) hours of Theatre Arts courses are required. This includes:
| THEA 1304 | STAGECRAFT I | 3 |
| THEA 1307 | ACTING: FUNDAMENTALS | 3 |
| THEA 1343 | INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE | 3 |
| THEA 2309 | SCRIPT ANALYSIS | 3 |
| Electives: 3 hr any level. 3 hr advanced level. | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Students interested in theatre arts as a minor should consult a Theatre Arts Department advisor to determine the most advantageous selection of courses in light of their interests and experience. With such consultation, departmental prerequisites may be waived for the purposes of a Theatre Arts minor.
Requirements for a Minor in Dance (DNCE)
Any undergraduate student may elect to minor in Dance (DNCE). The Dance Minor offers a variety of dance technique and theory courses to develop a well-rounded artist/scholar. Students have some flexibility in designing their coursework with the ability to choose from a variety of DNCE elective courses towards the Dance Minor.
Requirements
- At least four (4) credit hours in level 2 dance technique courses DNCE 3232, DNCE 3235, or DNCE 3236 must be completed at UT Arlington.
- A placement exam may be required prior to enrolling in level 2 technique courses.
- A maximum of two (2) credits of DNCE 1139 Dance Performance may be applied towards the Dance Minor.
- Eighteen (18) hours of specified Dance courses are required:
| DNCE 1300 | DANCE APPRECIATION | 3 |
| DNCE 3232 | MODERN DANCE II | 2 |
| DNCE 3235 | BALLET II | 2 |
| DNCE 3236 | JAZZ DANCE II | 2 |
| Electives: A minimum of six (6) DNCE elective hours must be at the 3000 or 4000 level. | 9 | |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Students interested in a minor in Dance should consult with a Theatre Arts Department academic advisor to enroll in the appropriate courses.