Nov 27, 2024  
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Theatre Design and Production, Stage Management Emphasis (B.F.A.)


Jennifer Adams, Associate Professor of Theatre, Ruebush Hall, Room 127-B
(540) 545-7246, jadam2@su.edu 

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design and Production curriculum is designed for the talented artist who wishes to prepare for a professional career in theatre design and production. The curriculum provides a balance of academic theatre studies with practical production experience as well as a strong base of liberal arts studies, which will enable students to think and perform creatively, and communicate effectively both as theatre professionals and as members of a global society.

Program Outcomes

Students completing the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design and Production will be able to:

  • design, develop and complete collaborative projects appropriate to their discipline and career goals;
  • demonstrate an ability to analyze dramatic literature and its performance/production in cultural and historical contexts; and
  • conceive and execute design and production work on fully produced theatrical productions.

Course and Credit Requirements


1st year – Fall


Total: 14 credits


1st year – Spring


Total: 17 credits


2nd year – Fall


Total: 16 credits


2nd year – Spring


Total: 14.5 credits


3rd year – Fall


Total: 15.5 credits


3rd year – Spring


Total: 15.5 credits


4th year – Fall


Total: 13.5 credits


4th year – Spring


Total: 15.5 credits


Degree Total: 121.5 credits


*Minimum grade of “C” required.

+Theatre Design and Production Electives – Select one from: THDP 201 Studio III, THDP 202 Studio IV, THDP 321 Special Topics in Production, THDP 331 Special Topics in Costuming, THDP 351 CAD for the Stage, THDP 360 Theatre Sound, THDP 460 Sound Design and Effects, and THDP 490 Production Collaboration.  

(ALT) Offered on alternating schedule; consult with advisor.