Musical Theatre

Students pursuing a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre should use the Academic Bulletin year appropriate for your year of matriculation.

Requirements for Musical Theatre B.F.A. degrees can be found by clicking on the relevant Bulletin below:

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Your advisor will help you assess your options and take full advantage of the opportunities available to you.

To train performers in voice, dance and acting as well as creative skills that extend beyond performance

To gain an appreciation and knowledge of the history of musical theatre

To work collaboratively

To meet the demands of the 21st century job market

Provide networking with NYC and Chicago (Agents, Casting Directors, Creatives)
Internships with casting directors and agents
Whenever possible cast students in professional productions that faculty are associated with
Provide opportunities on and off campus to serve on creative staffs as assistant director, choreographer, or musical director