Program: Theatre Arts Major - Carroll University

Apr 05, 2025

2020-21 Undergraduate Catalog

Jennifer Dobby	Chair of Department of Visual and Performing Arts Senior Lecturer in Theatre Arts
Justin Gale	Scene Shop and Production Manager
Cecelia Mason Kuenn	Costume Shop Manager
James Zager	Associate Professor in Theatre Arts

The Theatre & Arts Management Program offers a major in Theatre Arts, and minors in Arts Management and Theatre.

The Theatre Arts Major is intended to prepare students for continued engagement in the theatre arts, arts management, theatre education, or graduate studies. Through traditional classroom work, participation in fully produced mainstage productions, a multifaceted student theatre season, and in-depth community partnerships, we strive to train the artist of today for the theatre of tomorrow.

Learning Outcomes for Theatre Arts

Upon successful completion of major requirements students will be able to demonstrate:

An understanding of theatre history and literature in a global context.
The skills necessary to take part in the collaborative theatre process.
The tools to create and promote theatre as a vital art form serving a diverse community.

Core Courses

THE 100 - Theatre Participation 1 Hour(s)
and/or
THE 300 - Theatre Practicum 1 Hour(s)
THE 101 - Introduction to Theatre Arts 4 Hour(s)
THE 102 - Introduction to Performance 4 Hour(s)
THE 120 - Costume Construction & Makeup 2 Hour(s)
THE 121 - Set Construction & Lighting 2 Hour(s)
THE 215 - Theatre History and Literature I 4 Hour(s)
THE 260 - Arts Management 4 Hour(s)
THE 301 - Contemporary Acting Styles 4 Hour(s)
OR
THE 302 - Period Acting Styles 4 Hour(s)
THE 307 - Directing for the Stage 4 Hour(s)
THE 308 - Writing for the Stage 4 Hour(s)

Note:

To fulfill the major requirements, students must take a total of 4 credits in THE 100 and/or THE 300 .

Experiential/Professional/Leadership Opportunities (4 credits)

Minimum of 4 credits chosen from:

THE 296 - Special Studies/Research in Theatre 1 - 4 Hour(s)
THE 291 - Special Studies/Topics in Theatre 1 - 4 Hour(s)
and/or
THE 391 - Special Studies/Topics in Theatre 1 - 4 Hour(s)
THE 396 - Special Studies/Research in Theatre 1 - 4 Hour(s)
THE 380 - Internship in Theatre Arts 1 - 4 Hour(s)
and/or
THE 480 - Internship in Theatre Arts 1 - 4 Hour(s)
THE 390 - Theatre Projects 1 - 4 Hour(s)
and/or
THE 490 - Theatre Projects 2 Hour(s)

Bachelor of Arts Requirements

The requirements for a Bachelor of Arts are:

Students must take 8 credits in the same modern language (MLL) other than English, this does not include American Sign Language. Carroll University will accept a total of 8 transferred credits from another college/university as long as all 8 credits are completed in the same language.
**International students who have English as their second language should contact the Registrar concerning the Modern Language
MAT 106 - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts 4 Hour(s) or higher
ENG 170 - Writing Seminar 4 Hour(s)
Degree requirements cannot be waived.

Note:

Each major may have specific course sequencing requirements. For specific requirements, see “Required Support Courses” within each major