2009-2010 Undergraduate Bulletin (pdf) - LaGrange College

INTRODUCTION
THEATRE ARTS
The Department of Theatre Arts offers a pre-professional training
program emphasizing the practical aspects of theatre and the importance
of process. It is the belief of the faculty that the training process must
prepare students for the real world of theatre. Faculty teaching in the
Theatre Arts program are experienced, working professionals. With the
belief that theatre is both an art form and a business, the curriculum
provides a strong undergraduate foundation in theatre performance,
design, production and literature.
Offering a B.A. in Theatre Arts, majors must successfully complete 24
common core hours designed to foster an appreciation for, and an
understanding of each area of theatre. In addition, students must
complete 18 additional track courses in their area of interest:
performance, technical, design or a combination of the three, to
complete the theatre arts degree composed of a total of 42 major hours.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The following objectives are established as a basis for the training
program in Theatre Arts. Upon application for graduation, the Theatre
Arts major will be expected to:
• understand the basic theoretical concepts behind each of the four
major areas within the discipline: performance, design, production and
literature;
• have an extensive artistic vocabulary in their specific area of
concentration;
• have the technical knowledge pertaining, but not limited to the
student’s chosen area of concentration;
• demonstrate an understanding of auditioning and/or portfolio
presentation;
• be knowledgeable of viable avenues of employment and sources
noting such information;
• have an understanding of opportunities for graduate studies and
employment in theatre and the performing arts.
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