In Musical Theatre, you’ll take classes in acting, musical theatre styles, music theory, dance, piano, and voice lessons, giving you a wide range of skills to utilize throughout your career. We encourage you to become a quadruple threat! You’ll develop skills in acting, singing, dancing, and behind-the-scenes. Many Musical Theatre students also study production, design, directing, creative writing, and education.
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 Musical Theatre 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
- Theatre Production (repeat 4 times)
- Theatre Performance (repeat 4 times)
- THR 105: Play Production: Stage Craft I
- THR 106: Play Production: Stage Craft II
- THR 108: Introduction to Acting
- THR 110: Freshman Portfolio
- THR 150: Introduction to Theatre
- THR 210: Sophomore Portfolio Review
- THR 250: Makeup for the Screen & Stage
- THR 310: Junior Portfolio Review
- THR 321: Theatre History I
- THR 322: Theatre History II
- THR 410: Senior Portfolio Review
- THR 499: Senior Showcase
- MUS 050-058: Performance Class
- MUS 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 208: Intermediate Acting
- THR 216: Introduction to Dance: Ballet and Modern
- THR 217: Introduction to Dance: Tap and Jazz
- THR 218: Dance Studio
- THR 308: Advanced Acting II
- THR 320: Play Production: Musical Theatre Styles
- THR 345: Special Topics in Theatre
- MUS 104: Introduction to Piano
- MUS 167: Introduction to Musical Theatre Styles
- MUS 185: Piano Class
- MUS 121, 123 Music Theory I and II
- MUS 100a/b Major Vocal Ensemble
- MUS 125/126: Applied Major Lessons
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.
Studying Musical Theater at Heidelberg was the right choice for me because there is just so much to pursue, from acting techniques to music training to dance and movement. I got to learn everything about theater, onstage and off, all while also getting real experience on the stage. Through this program, I gained all the skills it takes to be the most versatile performer I can be.
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.
Toward inclusivity: New music, theatre audition option coming
Future performers explore music, theatre at 'Berg summer camp
