Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Theatre Arts degree program requirements, graduates will:

1. identify and define significant theatrical techniques, terms and theories that are centerpieces of theatrical performance and production (Techniques, Terminology & Theories).
2. differentiate between the various theatrical disciplines and production roles, while applying discipline-specific knowledge and techniques through the creation of theatrical productions (Theatrical Practice)
3. know the greater theatrical timeline, from the Ancients to the Present, including the evaluation of current aesthetics, expectations, standards and trends within the 21st century theatrical industry (Theatrical Trends)
4. read, discuss and analyze a varied catalog of plays and musicals, written by a diverse representation of playwrights, including (but not limited to) seminal pieces of the theatrical canon, as well as noteworthy contemporary works of the 21st century (Dramatic Literature)
5. assess theatre as a civically-engaged, collaborative art form through co-curricular learning experiences (Community Engagement)
6. employ problem-solving skills and creative thinking skills through engagement in the collaborative theatrical process and the creation of artistic work (Diagnostic & Creative Thinking Skills)
7. apply analytical skills through the critical reading of dramatic literature, the dissection of theatrical concepts and the critical examination of live theatrical productions (Analytical Reading & Writing)

College Requirements:

English and Math proficient as determined by the CUNY Proficiency Index, unless otherwise exempt, or successful completion of any required developmental course(s).

Civic Engagement Experiences:

One (1) Civic Engagement experience satisfied by Civic Engagement Certified or Civic Engagement Component course or approved outside activity.

Writing Intensive Requirement:

One (1) Writing Intensive Course  in any discipline is required. 

Required Core (4 Courses, 12 Credits):

When Required Core courses are specified for a category, they are strongly suggested and/or required for the major

*Note: You may elect to take a math or science course that is 4 credits or more. TAP counts 3 credits towards the requirements and the 4^th credit as an elective.

• ENG 1200 - Composition I 3 Credit(s)
• ENG 2400 - Composition II 3 Credit(s)
• Mathematical & Quantitative Reasoning Course 3 Credit(s) *
• Life & Physical Sciences Course 3 Credit(s) *

Flexible Core (6 Courses, 18 Credits):

When Flexible Core courses are specified for a category, they are strongly suggested and/or required for the major

One course from each Group A to E. and one (1) additional course from any group

No more than two courses can be selected from the same discipline

Major Requirements (7 Courses, 21 Credits):

• THA 5000 - Introduction to Theatre Arts 3 Credit(s)
• THA 5100 - Play Analysis 3 Credit(s)
• THA 5200 - Acting I: Fundamentals of Acting 3 Credit(s)
• THA 6800 - History of the Theatre: Origins to Jacobean 3 Credit(s)
• THA 5500 - Introduction to Theatre Design & Technology 3 Credit(s)

Concentrations (5 Courses, 9 Credits):

Select one (1) of the following concentrations:

Electives:

0 to 9 credits sufficient to meet required total of 60 credits

Total Credits: 60