As a musical theatre student, you'll learn about acting, voice, singing, music, movement, and dance. Whether you want to be an actor, singer, dancer, or another performance artist, we will show you the ins-and-outs of working in theatre in New York, Los Angeles, or elsewhere.
Your entry into musical theatre begins with an Introduction to Theatre or an Introduction to Dance, followed by coursework designed to further develop your dance skills. You'll begin to apply these skills through musical theatre performances, acting, theatre technology, and other experiences, such as our NYC Showcase course. Finally, you'll participate in at least four main stage productions per year, plus studio productions. In the end, you will have had both hands-on and classroom experience in many different areas of musical theatre.
Concentrations
- This program doesn't have concentrations, but ask your advisor about courses that can help you meet your career goals.
Fast Facts
- The BFA degree program builds on our nationally recognized BA in theatre program and offers professional training in acting, singing, and dancing.
- Birmingham's Red Mountain Theatre and other organizations offer UAB Department of Theatre students and graduates opportunities to work onstage or in stage crew positions.
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