Certificate in Musical Theatre Performance
The Certificate in Musical Theatre Performance is designed for aspiring performers seeking practical training in the core disciplines of musical theatre: acting, singing, moving or dancing. Whether you're preparing for auditions, enhancing your stage presence, or building a foundation for further study, this certificate provides the essential skills needed to shine on stage. Through a combination of performance-based coursework and physical training, students will explore the fundamental techniques of musical theatre, including vocal performance, stage movement, dance, and character development. The program emphasizes live performance experience, ensemble collaboration, and personal artistic growth.
Upon completion, students will have developed a well-rounded foundation in musical theatre performance, be prepared for auditions, community theatre, professional productions, or further academic study in the performing arts.
Requirements
The Certificate in Musical Theatre Performance consists of at least 12 credits; at least 12 credits must be taken in MU course work. Students must meet the minimum GPA requirements for a certificate, which in no case can be lower than 2.0. In addition, a student cannot receive a grade lower than a C- in any course applied toward a certificate in the College. For more information please see Requirements for an Optional Certificate.
| THEATR 1420 | Stage Movement for the Actor | 3 |
| or THEATR 2420 | Introduction to Dance | |
| THEATR 2110 | Beginning Musical Theatre Performance | 3 |
| MUS_I_VT 4672 | Musical Theatre and Contemporary Commercial Music Group Voice | 3 |
| THEATR 4460 | Advanced Musical Theatre Performance | 3 |