Theatre Production provides training in all the behind-the-scenes aspects of theatre: stage management, directing, arts administration, puppetry, dramaturgy, theatrical design, and technical theatre. We encourage you to study it all! You’ll have the opportunity to develop skills in all facets of theatrical production.
There are three concentrations – Musical Theatre, Acting and Theatre Production – available within the Theatre major. No matter what concentration you choose, the program has enough flexibility for you to follow your passions. No matter what concentration you choose, we want our students to be well-rounded theatre artists!
Courses
Below are the course requirements for the Theatre Production Concentration:
This does not replace official academic requirements in the university catalog. Enrolled students will work with their faculty advisor to ensure they meet all the requirements of their major.
Required for all Concentrations
- SMT 100-400 Theatre Production or Performance (repeat 8 times)
- THR 105: Play Production: Stage Craft I
- THR 108: Introduction to Acting
- THR 250: Makeup for the Screen & Stage
- THR 306: Directing
- THR 321: Evolution of Dramatic Arts
- THR 322: Race, Gender, and Sexuality in Theatre and Film
- SMT 050-058: Performance Class
- SMT 369: Entrepreneurship in the Arts
This does not replace official academic requirements in the university catalog. Enrolled students will work with their faculty advisor to ensure they meet all the requirements of their major.
All theatre majors must complete one concentration.
- THR 270: Principles of Design I
- THR 306: Play Production: Directing
- THR 334
- THR 345: Special Topics (enroll four times under different titles)
- THR 445: Design Practicum/Senior Capstone Experience
- 9 additional theatre production hours from a picklist
For a more detailed academic schedule, or to ask questions about any of our majors, contact the Admission Office at admission [at] heidelberg.edu or (419) 448-2330.
In my time at Heidelberg, I gained a wide range of skills/experiences in theater. I grew my production skills through various coursework, productions, the work-study program, and multiple outside opportunities that I was connected to/able to pursue. I gained hands-on experience to expand my skills and resume while still in school, which has allowed me to succeed in finding work and expanding my network. I know that through the experiences and connections I made through Heidelberg, I am prepared and excited to step into the professional world and know I have the skills and knowledge to succeed.
One of the best part of Heidelberg is getting to know and working with your professors. You'll be supported and challenged as you develop skills and experiences centered around research you're interested in.
’Berg student helps uplift the arts for persons with disabilities
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