Department of Theatre, Drama, and Contemporary Dance

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre

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Requirements

The major requires at least 87 credit hours, including the requirements listed below.

Introductory Courses.
1. Introduction to Theatre. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 100 Introduction to Theatre
  THTR-T 100 Introduction to Theatre
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Exploration of theatre as collaborative art. Investigation of the dynamics and creativity of theatre production through plays, theatrical space, and cultural context, with particular attention to the roles and interaction of the audience, playwrights, directors, actors, designers, producers, and critics.
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2. Acting I for Majors. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 121 Acting I for Majors: Introduction to Acting (majors should choose this course)
  - THTR-T 120 Acting I: Fundamentals of Acting
  THTR-T 121 Acting I for Majors: Introduction to Acting
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Major in theatre and drama or departmental consent
  Description
  An accelerated-level course. Supplementary theories and methodology to expand the introduction to sensory awareness, physical and vocal exercises, improvisation, and scene study.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of THTR-T 120 or THTR-T 121.
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  THTR-T 120 Acting I: Fundamentals of Acting
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduction to theories and methodology through sensory awareness, physical and vocal exercises, improvisations, and scene study.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of THTR-T 120 or THTR-T 121.
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3. Introduction to Musical Theatre. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 116 Introduction to Musical Theater
  THTR-T 116 Introduction to Musical Theater
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  THTR-T 100
  Description
  Introduction to and an analysis of musical theatre as a collaborative art form, as a profession, and as an academic discipline, highlighting its various forms and its function during the course of its development from Show Boat to The Band's Visit.
IU Broadway Cabaret. Completion required in first four (4) semesters:
1. Broadway Cabaret. One (1) course, three (3) repetitions
  - THTR-T 203 IU Broadway Cabaret
  THTR-T 203 IU Broadway Cabaret
  
  Credits
  0–1 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  Consent of instructor
  Description
  Touring performance ensemble dedicated to the American Songbook and musical theatre literature.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours.
2. Swing & Understudy Education. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 205
Core Courses.
1. Performance as Art and Design. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 125 Performance as Art and Design
  THTR-T 125 Performance as Art and Design
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduces the process of design as it relates to the performing arts and entertainment. Explores methods of collaboration, design thinking, concepts of style, and perceptions of both individual and socio-historical aesthetic as it relates to storytelling for an audience.
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2. Acting II. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 220 Acting II: Scene Study
  THTR-T 220 Acting II: Scene Study
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  A grade of C or higher in THTR-T 120 or THTR-T 121; or audition
  Description
  Techniques for expressing physical, intellectual, and emotional objectives. Study, creation, and performance from varied dramas.
3. Acting III. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 319 Acting III: Advanced Scene Study
  THTR-T 319 Acting III: Advanced Scene Study
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  THTR-T 220 with a grade of C or higher; or audition
  Description
  Emphasizes ensemble acting, study and performance of early modern Realism, and contemporary American texts.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of THTR-T 319 or THTR-T 420.
4. Voice and Speech. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 325 Voice and Speech
  THTR-T 325 Voice and Speech
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  THTR-T 120 or THTR-T 121
  Notes
  R: Sophomore standing
  Description
  Introduction to voice production. Emphasizes relaxation, breathing, and the production of vocal sounds; deals with vocal habits and cultural holds through exercises and vocal workouts. Introduction to phonetics and practical work with text while freeing the voice and redeveloping a passion for language.
5. Musical Theatre Studio. Four (4) courses:
  - Musical Theatre Studio I. One (1) course:
    - THTR-T 351 Musical Theatre Studio I: Acting the Song
    THTR-T 351 Musical Theatre Studio I: Acting the Song
    
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisites
    Admission to the Musical Theatre BFA; and THTR-T 121
    Description
    Focuses on the objective of the character singing the song by identifying the needs, obstacles, tactics, expectations, and given circumstances of the song. Particular attention is paid to deep analysis of the text of the song before it is performed.
  - Musical Theatre Studio II. One (1) course:
    - THTR-T 352 Musical Theatre Studio II: Scene Study
    THTR-T 352 Musical Theatre Studio II: Scene Study
    
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisites
    THTR-T 351
    Description
    Focuses on the relationship between characters in the Musical Theatre scene with particular focus on the transition from spoken text to sung text, how it happens, and why. Scenes from existing musicals will be analyzed, scanned, and performed.
  - Musical Theatre Studio III. One (1) course:
    - THTR-T 353 Musical Theatre Studio III: Audition Technique
    THTR-T 353 Musical Theatre Studio III: Audition Technique
    
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisites
    THTR-T 352
    Description
    Focuses on audition technique, including building of an audition repertoire, creating and maintaining a clear and concise résumé, establishing a system of analysis of audition and callback materials, mock-callbacks with guest casting and music directors. Integrates business practices and artistic choices unique to the MT performer.
  - Musical Theatre Studio IV. One (1) course:
    - THTR-T 354 Musical Theatre Studio IV: Advanced Methods
    THTR-T 354 Musical Theatre Studio IV: Advanced Methods
    
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisites
    THTR-T 353
    Description
    Further honing of skills in musical theatre scene and song, breaking down and clarifying genres and styles according to composer, lyricist, librettist, and time period of the musical. Particular emphasis is placed on style and genre.
6. Working in the Profession. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 491 Working in the Profession
  THTR-T 491 Working in the Profession
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  THTR-T 319
  Description
  Preparation for a professional theatre career. Topics include auditions, managers, unions, finances, regional theatre, professional courtesy, and realities of the work environment.
7. Voice for Musical Theatre. Complete the following course each semester while in residence (minimum of four (4) credit hours and a maximum of eight (8) credit hours):
  - THTR-T 305 Voice for Musical Theatre
  THTR-T 305 Voice for Musical Theatre
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  B.F.A. major or consent of instructor
  Description
  Private study of vocal performance focusing on the development of the vocal instrument for musical theatre repertoire.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credit hours.
8. Technical Theatre-Production Experience. Complete the following course two (2) times
  - THTR-T 168
9. Technical Theatre-Laboratory Experience. Two (2) courses:
  - THTR-T 334 Costume Construction I
  - THTR-T 335 Stage Lighting Design
  - THTR-T 347 Introduction to Sound Design for the Theatre
  - THTR-T 350 Entertainment Technology and Production
  THTR-T 334 Costume Construction I
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  THTR-T 125
  Description
  Introductory to intermediate costume construction techniques, theatrical wardrobe crew basics, and information on fabric and materials used in theatrical costumes.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of THTR-T 230 or THTR-T 334.
  
  THTR-T 335 Stage Lighting Design
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Sophomore standing; THTR-T 101 and THTR-T 125; or consent of instructor
  Notes
  Lecture and laboratory
  Description
  Introduction to the process of determining and implementing a lighting design. Analytical skills, concept development, design methods, lighting technology, and practical applications are covered.
  
  THTR-T 347 Introduction to Sound Design for the Theatre
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  THTR-T 101 and THTR-T 125; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Within the framework of theatrical environments, this course introduces the student to acoustic principles, audio equipment used in theatrical productions, psycho-acoustical considerations, understanding sound signals and how to manipulate them, computer sound mixing systems, and sound design principles.
  
  THTR-T 350 Entertainment Technology and Production
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  THTR-T 125
  Description
  Modern technologies are used to enhance or make possible the entertainment experience. The theatrical design process and engineering coalesce in the development, design, and implementation of solutions for live production including theatre, dance, opera, ballet, musicals, exhibits and performance art.
10. History of Theatre and Drama I. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 370 History of Theatre and Drama I
  THTR-T 370 History of Theatre and Drama I
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  THTR-T 100; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Worldwide development of theatre and drama from beginnings to present. Study of theatre arts and culture institutions; focus on historical context for plays and performances; emphasis on research methods in theatre history. Beginnings to circa 1700.
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11. History of Theatre and Drama II. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 371 History of Theatre and Drama II
  THTR-T 371 History of Theatre and Drama II
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  THTR-T 100 or consent of instructor
  Description
  Development of theatre and drama in Western world from beginnings to present. Study of theatre arts and cultural institutions; focus on historical context for plays and performances; emphasis on research methods in theatre history. Circa 1700 to present.
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12. Senior Showcase. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 401 Musical Theatre Senior Showcase
  THTR-T 401 Musical Theatre Senior Showcase
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  Audition and consent of instructor
  Description
  Introduction to business and marketing techniques for success in professional theatre. Specific instruction in the audition process culminating in performance for agents and casting directors.
Music Requirements.
1. Introduction to Music Theory. One (1) course:
  - MUS-Z 111 Introduction to Music Theory
  - MUS-Z 211 Music Theory II
  MUS-Z 111 Introduction to Music Theory
  
  Description
  A study of fundamentals of the language and notation of music: listening, music reading and writing, and the elements of music as used in a variety of genres and historical periods.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MUS-Z 211 Music Theory II
  
  Description
  Overview of part writing, musical form, harmonic analysis, and modulation.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
2. Introduction to Music Skills. One (1) course:
  - MUS-Z 112 Introduction to Music Skills
  MUS-Z 112 Introduction to Music Skills
  
  Description
  Introduction to sight singing, rhythm reading, and keyboard skills for the non-music major.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
3. American Musical. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 312 History of American Musical Theatre
  - MUS-Z 373 The American Musical
  THTR-T 312 History of American Musical Theatre
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Traces the development of American musical theatre and explores the repertoire in its cultural, economic, theatrical, social, religious, ethnic, political, and theoretical context.
  
  MUS-Z 373 The American Musical
  
  Description
  Origins of the American Musical: its societal impact and its development from vaudeville and European operetta to the rock musicals of today.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
4. Cultural Studies in Music. One (1) course:
  - AAAD-A 110 African American Choral Ensemble: Foundations and Practices
  - AAAD-A 112 Black Music of Two Worlds
  - AAAD-A 120 Soul Revue: Foundations and Practices
  - AAAD-A 290 Sociocultural Perspective of African American Music
  - AAAD-A 295 Survey of Hip Hop
  - AAAD-A 297 Popular Music of Black America
  - AAAD-A 388 Motown
  - FOLK-E 295 Survey of Hip Hop
  - HIST-A 383 Rock, Hip Hop, and Revolution: Popular Music in the Making of Modern America, 1940 to the Present
  - MUS-M 392 Art Musics of Non-Western World
  - MUS-M 397 Popular Music of Black America
  - MUS-Z 201 History of Rock and Roll Music
  - MUS-Z 202 History of Rock Music II
  - MUS-Z 204 Women Musicians
  - MUS-Z 213 Latin American and Latino Popular Music and Culture
  - MUS-Z 260 Music in American Society
  - MUS-Z 282 Music of Russia
  - MUS-Z 393 History of Jazz
  - MUS-Z 394 Survey of African American Music
  - MUS-Z 395 Contemporary Jazz and Soul Music
  AAAD-A 110 African American Choral Ensemble: Foundations and Practices
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  The ensemble performs music composed by, for and about blacks, including spirituals, gospel, art songs, and excerpts from operas and musicals. Repertoire varies from semester to semester. Participation in on- and off-campus concerts, workshops, and lecture demonstrations required. No audition required. Students meet the first day of class prepared to sing. Vocal evaluations and part assignments will be done during class. Ability to read music is desirable but not essential.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated individually or in combination with AAAD-A 100 or AAAD-A 120 for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
  AAAD-A 112 Black Music of Two Worlds
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  An exploration of the relationships among musics of West and Central African people and their descendants in the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Emphasis placed on the conceptual and aesthetic continuities between musical expression in Old and New World contexts--a uniformity which exists because of shared African cultural ancestry.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of AAAD-A 112, FOLK-E 112, or FOLK-F 112.
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  AAAD-A 120 Soul Revue: Foundations and Practices
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  Consent of instructor by audition
  Description
  Introduces the richness and depth of black popular tradition through authentic performance practices. Repertoire varies from semester to semester. Participation in on- and off-campus concerts, workshops, and lecture demonstrations required. Ability to read music desirable but not essential.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated individually or in combination with AAAD-A 100 or AAAD-A 110 for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
  AAAD-A 290 Sociocultural Perspective of African American Music
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Survey of cultural, social, and political attitudes that influenced blacks in the development of and participation in blues, jazz, urban black popular music, and "classical" music.
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  AAAD-A 295 Survey of Hip Hop
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Examines rap music and hip hop culture as artistic and sociocultural phenomena with emphasis on historical, cultural, economic, and political contexts. Topics include the coexistence of various hip hop styles, their appropriation by the music industry, and controversies resulting from the exploitation of hip hop as a commodity for national and global consumption.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of AAAD-A 295, FOLK-E 295, or FOLK-F 295.
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  AAAD-A 297 Popular Music of Black America
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  A chronological survey of Black popular music from 1945-2000: rhythm and blues, soul, funk, disco, hip hop, and their derivative forms. Emphasis placed on the context for evolution and the contributions of African Americans to the development of a multi-billion dollar music industry.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of AAAD-A 297, AAAD-A 397, FOLK-E 297, FOLK-F 397, or MUS-M 397.
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  AAAD-A 388 Motown
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  This course surveys the development of Motown Record Corporation, Detroit Era (1959-1972). Through lecture, discussion, guided listening, and visual experiences, the course studies the musical works, creative processes, business practices, historical events, media, technology, and sociocultural factors that contributed to Motown's identity as a unique artistic and cultural phenomenon.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of AAAD-A 388, AAAD-A 389, or FOLK-E 388.
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  FOLK-E 295 Survey of Hip Hop
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Examines rap music and hip hop culture as artistic and sociocultural phenomena with emphasis on historical, cultural, economic, and political contexts. Topics include the coexistence of various hip hop styles, their appropriation by the music industry, and controversies resulting from the exploitation of hip hop as a commodity for national and global consumption.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of AAAD-A 295, FOLK-E 295, or FOLK-F 295.
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  HIST-A 383 Rock, Hip Hop, and Revolution: Popular Music in the Making of Modern America, 1940 to the Present
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Role of popular music in the social, cultural, political, economic, and technological history of the modern United States. Examines a broad range of musical cultures including rhythm and blues, country, rock and roll, modern jazz, pop, folk, soul, funk, and hip hop. Focus on role of popular music in shaping democracy and power, including class, gender, race, and generation relations.
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  MUS-M 392 Art Musics of Non-Western World
  
  Description
  An introductory survey of the art musics of Asia and Africa; musical instruments, ensembles, and song styles, the heritage of ancient music (China, India, the Mediterranean world, and the Americas); ethnomusicological perspectives on classical Western music. The course will make extensive use of video and audio resources and the delivery capabilities of the new Variations Project.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MUS-M 397 Popular Music of Black America
  
  Description
  A chronological survey of Black popular music from 1945-2000; rhythm and blues, soul, funk, disco, hip hop, and their derivative forms. Emphasis placed on the context for evolution and the contributions of African Americans to the development of a multi-billion dollar music industry.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MUS-Z 201 History of Rock and Roll Music
  
  Description
  A survey of the major trends, styles, and genres of rock music from the earliest recordings to the present day, focusing on the work of the artist and groups who have proven to be of the most enduring significance.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MUS-Z 202 History of Rock Music II
  
  Description
  A history and appreciation of rock's classic era. The course begins with the 1964 British Invasion which signaled the arrival of rock's second generation. It then examines the major musical figures and social issues (civil rights struggle, the war in Vietnam) of the 1960s.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MUS-Z 204 Women Musicians
  
  Description
  This class will explore the various roles women have played, and continue to play, in the world of music. Four distinct areas in which women engage are patronage, performance, composition, and education. Previous musical training is not required.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MUS-Z 213 Latin American and Latino Popular Music and Culture
  
  Description
  Latin American and Latino popular music genres, their historical and cultural contexts, and their impact in the United States. Activities outside of class may be scheduled.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MUS-Z 260 Music in American Society
  
  Description
  Music in the United States: its history and place in society from the earliest musical activities to some of its many present incarnations. Native American music, sacred and secular music in the New World to c.1800, music in the church, home and concert hall in the nineteenth century, African-American music, and various twentieth-century traditional popular and classical genres and styles.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MUS-Z 282 Music of Russia
  
  Description
  An introduction to Russian music, presenting an overview of its principal genres and styles, as well as of the major Russian composers and their musical works. Repertoire will include examples from composed music, folk music, sacred music, rock, pop music, and jazz.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MUS-Z 393 History of Jazz
  
  Description
  This course is an exploration of the history of jazz with an examination of its roots, important genres and styles, historic recordings, key figures, and related materials.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MUS-Z 394 Survey of African American Music
  
  Description
  A chronological survey of sacred and secular African American musical traditions in North America from the African past to the present. Emphasis placed on context for evolution, musical processes and aesthetics, inter-relationships among genres and musical change, issues of gender, and music as resistance.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MUS-Z 395 Contemporary Jazz and Soul Music
  
  Description
  A survey of contemporary jazz and soul (rhythm and blues) music and musicians in the United States beginning with the 1950s. The course includes an examination of major genres, pioneering figures, key recordings, stylistic influences, and racial ideology.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
Dance Requirements. 18 credit hours:
1. Pilates for the Performing Artist. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 175 Pilates for the Performing Artist
  THTR-T 175 Pilates for the Performing Artist
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  Consent of instructor
  Description
  Based on the practice of Pilates, with a focus on increasing core strength and stabilization, muscle balance, tone, coordination, flexibility and injury prevention techniques. Technique will be explored in basic dance movement the performing artist practices, to connect the body work somatics.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credit hours.
2. Musical Theatre Dance. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 117 Beginning Musical Theatre Dance
  - THTR-T 304 Advanced Musical Theatre Dance Styles
  THTR-T 117 Beginning Musical Theatre Dance
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  Consent of instructor
  Description
  Focuses on the foundations of dance, beginning with strength building exercises, stylized movement across the floor, and dance combinations that will further the understanding of the myriad of styles within the Musical Theatre Dance canon.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours.
  
  THTR-T 304 Advanced Musical Theatre Dance Styles
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Consent of instructor
  Description
  Provides fast-paced instruction in advanced-level musical theater dance. Explores a wide range of musical theater dance styles, advanced jazz, and repertoire from the rich canon of classic musicals as well as new interpretations of classic musical theater choreography are taught.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated up to 8 times for a maximum of 24 credit hours.
3. Musical Theatre Dance Styles I. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 301 Musical Theatre Dance Styles I
  THTR-T 301 Musical Theatre Dance Styles I
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Consent of instructor
  Description
  Dance styles of the 1920s through the 1950s are explored and performed, including the works of choreographers Fred Astaire, Hermes Pan, Agnes DeMille, Jerome Robbins, and Gower Champion.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
4. Musical Theatre Dance Styles II. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 302 Musical Theatre Dance Styles II
  THTR-T 302 Musical Theatre Dance Styles II
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Consent of instructor
  Description
  A continuation of THTR-T 301. Dance styles of the 1950s to the present are explored and performed, including the works of choreographers Bob Fosse, Michael Bennett, Bob Avian, and Susan Stroman.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
5. Senior Musical Theatre Dance Audition. One (1) course:
  - THTR-T 403 Senior Musical Theatre Dance Audition
  THTR-T 403 Senior Musical Theatre Dance Audition
  
  Credits
  2–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  Admission to the BFA in Musical Theatre; and instructor consent
  Description
  Focuses on the art of the dance audition in the professional world of musical theatre. Maintains and improves dance skills through daily jazz/ballet warmups and quick study dance combinations in various styles. Includes research on current Broadway choreographers, ongoing practice in professional audition techniques, and live musicians.
6. Dance Electives. Additional courses as needed to reach 18 credit hours in Dance Requirements:
  - Ballet
  - Musical Theatre Dance
  - Tap Dance
  - Jazz
  - Modern Dance
  MUS-J 100 Ballet Elective/Secondary
  
  Description
  Classical Ballet technique class offered at a variety of levels. Course includes barre exercises and centre practice.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  THTR-T 204 Theatre Dance
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  Consent of instructor
  Description
  Develops dance techniques required for a musical theater career. Warm-up techniques of Katherine Dunham and Jack Cole combined with classical ballet technique. Exercises to develop stamina, line, isolation, extension, turns, jumps, and hinges at and away from the barre. Focus on discovering ability to embody emotion and character in movement.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours in THTR-T 204 and THTR-T 307.
  
  THTR-T 304 Advanced Musical Theatre Dance Styles
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Consent of instructor
  Description
  Provides fast-paced instruction in advanced-level musical theater dance. Explores a wide range of musical theater dance styles, advanced jazz, and repertoire from the rich canon of classic musicals as well as new interpretations of classic musical theater choreography are taught.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated up to 8 times for a maximum of 24 credit hours.
  
  THTR-D 154 Beginning Tap Dance
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  An introduction to the technique and styles of tap dancing, emphasizing rhythmic accuracy and efficiency of movement. Course will include history and appreciation of tap dance.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of HPER-E 154 or THTR-D 154.
  
  THTR-D 254 Intermediate Tap Dance
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  THTR-D 154; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Second-level course in the technique and styles of tap dance and the use of tap dance steps to create original choreography. Development of tap dance as a musical and visual art form.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of HPER-E 254 or THTR-D 254.
  
  THTR-D 354 Advanced Tap Dance
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  THTR-D 254; or consent of instructor
  Description
  For students who have taken intermediate tap and want to continue learning the art of rhythm tap. Others with a solid foundation in tap are also welcome. Explores more complex rhythmic patterns and skills through routines, challenges, and improvisation. Students will be required to present routines of their own at the end of the semester.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours for any combination of HPER-E 354 and THTR-D 354.
  
  MUS-J 210 Jazz Dance
  
  Description
  A study of jazz dance including early jazz and musical comedy as well as contemporary styles. Emphasis on current locomotor jazz techniques. Enrollment restricted to School of Music majors or by permission of the Ballet Department.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  THTR-D 156 Introduction to Jazz Dance Technique
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  An introduction to the modern jazz style of movement as it integrates with sound biomechanical principles. Phrasing, dynamics, and other qualities will be discussed.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of HPER-E 156 or THTR-D 156.
  
  THTR-D 256 Intermediate Jazz Dance
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  THTR-D 156; or consent of instructor
  Description
  A continuation of instruction in the modern jazz style of movement. Special emphasis on movement efficiency, precision, and clarity.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of HPER-E 256 or THTR-D 256.
  
  THTR-D 456 Advanced Jazz Dance
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  THTR-D 256; or consent of instructor
  Description
  A continuation of instruction in the modern jazz style of movement with special emphasis on movement precision, clarity, and performance style. Students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of alignment and a mastery of advanced jazz-level combinations, demonstrate advanced and improved movement memory, demonstrate advanced and improved clarity, precision, and musicality, and show stylistic differences through the performance of movement combinations
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits in HPER-E 456 or THTR-D 456.
  
  THTR-D 155 Beginning Modern Dance
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Beginning instruction in modern dance technique, stressing knowledge and application of movement principles essential to dance training.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of HPER-E 155 or THTR-D 155.
  
  THTR-D 255 Intermediate Modern Dance
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  THTR-D 155; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Intermediate modern dance technique, stressing knowledge and application of movement principles essential to dance training.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a total maximum of 3 credit hours in HPER-E 255 or THTR-D 255.
  
  THTR-D 355 Advanced Modern Dance
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  THTR-D 255; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Advanced techniques in modern dance with emphasis on performance of movement patterns and individual creative work.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours in HPER-E 355 or THTR-D 355.
  
  THTR-T 202 Musical Theatre Dance Technique
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  Consent of instructor
  Description
  Ballet barre students will gain placement, proper alignment, port de bras, strength, extension, articulation and rhythm as well as developing the basis for musical theater dance styles. Center floor will concentrate on ballet technique as it relates to musical theater dance styles: Can-Can, Tarantella, Waltz, Theatrical Tango.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credit hours.
  
  THTR-T 410 Movement for the Theatre I
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  THTR-T 120 or THTR-T 121
  Description
  Introduction to fundamental principles and methodologies of movement training for the actor. Emphasis on connecting to imagery and impulse, conditioning, centering and alignment, physical characterization, and kinesthetic awareness in relation to the self, other actors, and the space.
  
  SPH-K 280 Basic Prev&care of Athl Inj
  
  Description
  Course will focus on basic principles of prevention recognition and management of sport-related injuries.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
Major GPA, Hours, and Minimum Grade Requirements.
1. Major GPA. A GPA of at least 2.000 for all courses taken in the major—including those where a grade lower than C- is earned—is required.
2. Major Minimum Grade. Except for the GPA requirement, a grade of C- or higher is required for a course to count toward a requirement in the major.
3. Major Upper Division Credit Hours. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed at the 300–499 level.
4. Major Residency. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed in courses taken through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.

Major Area Courses

Unless otherwise noted below, the following courses are considered in the academic program and will count toward academic program requirements as appropriate:
- Any course contained on the course lists for the academic program requirements at the time the course is taken—as well as any other courses that are deemed functionally equivalent—except for those listed only under Addenda Requirements
- Any course directed to a non-Addenda requirement through an approved exception

This program of study cannot be combined with the following:

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Drama (THTRBA)
Minor in Theatre and Drama (THTRMIN)

Exceptions to and substitutions for major requirements may be made with the approval of the unit's Director of Undergraduate Studies, subject to final approval by the College of Arts and Sciences.

The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree requires at least 120 credit hours, to include the following:

College of Arts and Sciences Credit Hours. At least 100 credit hours must come from College of Arts and Sciences disciplines.
Upper Division Courses. At least 42 credit hours (of the 120) must be at the 300–499 level.
College Residency. Following completion of the 60th credit hour toward degree, at least 36 credit hours of College of Arts and Sciences coursework must be completed through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.
College GPA. A College grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.000 is required.
CASE Requirements. The following College of Arts and Sciences Education (CASE) requirements must be completed:
1. CASE Foundations
  1. English Composition: 1 course
  2. Mathematical Modeling: 1 course
2. CASE Breadth of Inquiry
  1. Arts and Humanities: 4 courses
  2. Natural and Mathematical Sciences: 4 courses
  3. Social and Historical Studies: 4 courses
3. CASE Culture Studies
  1. Diversity in the United States: 1 course
  2. Global Civilizations and Cultures: 1 course
4. CASE Critical Approaches: 1 course
5. CASE Foreign Language: Proficiency in a single foreign language through the second semester of the second year of college-level coursework
6. CASE Intensive Writing: 1 course
7. CASE Public Oral Communication: 1 course
8. CASE Sustainability Literacy: 1 course
Major. Completion of the major as outlined in the Major Requirements section above.

Most students must also successfully complete the Indiana University Bloomington General Education program.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre

Requirements

Major hours and GPA

Major Area Courses

Restrictions on combining this major with other academic programs

Major requirement exceptions and substitutions