Theater Major (B.A.)

Major code BA5194

College of Fine Arts
School of Theater
Kantner Hall 307B
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: 740.593.4818
theater@ohio.edu
www.ohio.edu/fine-arts/theater

Merri Biechler, contact person
biechler@ohio.edu

Program Overview

This curriculum is intended to serve students who want both a theater major and a broad liberal arts foundation for their university education. It includes a study of theater in the context of human concerns and activities by establishing a solid foundation of coursework in the humanities, sciences, cultures, and languages. It recognizes that many students in the major possess varied talents and interests. Students will benefit from the rigorous artistic demands made by courses in areas of specialty in the School of Theater, while also meeting the challenges of a liberal arts education. Although you are encouraged to select courses that provide an emphasis for your work, students will not major in any one area of theater or concentrate exclusively on any one area of interest. All theater majors are required to attain a grade of C (2.0) or better in any theater course required for graduation.

The B.A. program also provides an opportunity to major in more than one discipline. Second majors such as English, history, creative writing, journalism, music, criminal justice administration, pre-law, and sociology have been successful choices.

Admissions Information

Freshman/First-Year Admission

No requirements beyond University admission requirements.

Change of Program Policy

No selective or limited admission requirements.

External Transfer Admission

No requirements beyond University admission requirements.

Opportunities Upon Graduation

One of the goals of the B.A. in theater is the preparation of the most gifted students for successful admission to graduate schools or other advanced training in theater or other areas. However, even if you do not wish to extend your studies beyond the baccalaureate level, the B.A. in theater addresses both the quality and the diversity of your studies.

Requirements

Universitywide Graduation Requirements

Ohio University requires the completion of a minimum of 120 semester hours for the conferral of a bachelor’s degree. This program can be completed within that 120-hour requirement. For more information on the minimum hours requirement and other universitywide requirements, please review the Graduation Requirements – Universitywide page.

College-Level Requirements for the College of Fine Arts

View the College-Level Requirements for the College of Fine Arts.

Theater BA Core

Complete the following courses with a grade of C (2.0) or better.

First-Year Foundation

Complete the following courses:

THAR 1393 - Fundamentals of Costume and Scenic Design Principles and Technology Practices Credit Hours: 4
THAR 1394 - Fundamentals of Lighting and Sound Design Principles and Stage Management Credit Hours: 4
THAR 1730 - Fundamentals of Play Analysis and Playwriting Credit Hours: 3

Complete two of the following courses:

THAR 1110 - Fundamentals of Performance I Credit Hours: 3
THAR 1111 - Fundamentals of Performance II Credit Hours: 3
THAR 1130 - Acting Fundamentals I Credit Hours: 3
THAR 2130 - Acting Fundamentals II Credit Hours: 3
THAR 2180 - Voice and Speech Training Credit Hours: 3

Theater History

Complete three of the following courses:

THAR 2710 - Theater and Performance History I Credit Hours: 3
THAR 2711 - Theater and Performance History II Credit Hours: 3
THAR 4710 - Seminar in Theater History and Drama: Selected Topics Credit Hours: 3
THAR 4720 - Forms of Drama Credit Hours: 3
THAR 4730 - American Theater and Drama Credit Hours: 3

Production Practicum

Complete two of the following courses for a minimum total of 4 hours:

THAR 2300 - Practicum in Production Design Credit Hours: 1 - 4
THAR 2600 - Practicum in Production Stage Management Credit Hours: 1 - 6
THAR 3300 - Practicum in Production Design Credit Hours: 1 - 4
THAR 3600 - Practicum in Production Stage Management Credit Hours: 1 - 6
THAR 4300 - Practicum in Production Design Credit Hours: 1 - 4
THAR 4700 - Practicum in Dramaturgy Credit Hours: 1 - 6

Theater BA Individual Program

Complete 15 hours of Theater courses at the 2000-level or above beyond the Theater BA Core with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Courses should be chosen in consultation with student’s advisor. No more than 4 hours of any theater practicum beyond the required Theater BA Core may apply.