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Program Information
The Musical Theater program of study provides students with a background in various aspects of musical theatre performance while preparing them for a career in television, film, and stage performance. Students learn theory and practice in the areas of vocal music, acting, and dance. The program prepares students for employment as actors, musicians, dancers, choreographers, directors, producers, and theatre technicians. Graduates of this program are awarded an Associate of Applied Arts (A.A.A.) degree.
Job Outlook
+8% projected change in job outlook from 2023-2033 from the National Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What will you do
People with a musical theater a.a.a. degree do a variety of jobs related to the performing arts including acting, dancing, singing, producing, and directing.
Wages
Entry: $16.17
Average: $24.78
Experienced: $29.03
First Semester | ||||
| DAN 105 - Dance I | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DRA 130 - Acting I | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MUA 400 - Applied Voice I | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MUS 134 - Concert Choir I | 1.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DRA 180 - Theatre Lab I | 1.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DRA 113 - History of Musical Theater | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| ENG 110 - Writing For The Workplace | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 15.0 Credits | ||||
Second Semester | ||||
| DAN 106 - Dance II | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DRA 132 - Acting II | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DRA 181 - Theatre Lab II | 1.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DRA 225 - Musical Theater Performance I | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MUA 401 - Applied Voice II | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MUS 102 - Music Fundamentals | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MUS 390 - Show Choir I | 1.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 15.0 Credits | ||||
Third Semester | ||||
| DRA 162 - Technical Theatre | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DRA 226 - Musical Theater Performance II | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MAT 711 - Business and Financial Mathematics | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MUA 402 - Applied Voice III | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DAN 107 - Dance III | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DRA 280 - Theatre Lab III | 1.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MUS 141 - Concert Choir II | 1.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 15.0 Credits | ||||
Fourth Semester | ||||
| DRA 187 - The Business of Being a Performing Artist | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DRA 227 - Musical Theater Performance III | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 195 - Workplace Empowerment | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MUA 403 - Applied Voice IV | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DAN 115 - Hip Hop and Modern Dance | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DRA 281 - Theatre Lab IV | 1.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MUS 391 - Show Choir II | 1.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 15.0 Credits | ||||
Total Semester Hours Required: 60.0 | ||||
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Program Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of the program students will:
- Display technical and artistic proficiency in acting, singing, and dancing.
- Create convincing stage characters utilizing classroom techniques.
- Collaborate effectively with a production team.
- Create a portfolio of audition materials in preparation for professional auditions.
- Devise a career and business plan.
Program Disclaimers
- Wage data was obtained from OEWS (occupational employment and wage statistics) through Iowa Workforce Development.