BA in Theatre and Performance Studies
Degree Program Description
The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Performance Studies provides students with a comprehensive foundation in theory, history, and practice of theatre and performance. The program is designed to foster artistic expression, performance, critical and cultural analysis, and professional preparation for a wide range of careers in the theatre and performing arts and other related fields.
Through a scaffolded curriculum, students explore the rich cultural history of theatre and performance studies by developing practical skills in performance, technical production, and script analysis. With emphasis on personal growth and career readiness, students are equipped to navigate both traditional and emerging opportunities in theatre, performing arts, and beyond.
Major Program Requirements
In addition to University, general education, and College of Arts and Science requirements, students must complete 30 credit hours of TAPS courses for BA in Theatre and Performance Studies. All major requirements in the College of Arts and Science must be completed with grades of C- or higher unless otherwise indicated. All courses used to satisfy requirements for the major must be completed with a grade of C or higher.
| Major core requirements | 18 | |
| THEATR 1990 | Careers in Theatre and Performance Studies I | 1 |
| THEATR 2990 | Careers in Theatre and Performance Studies II | 1 |
| THEATR 4990 | Careers in Theatre and Performance Studies III | 1 |
| THEATR 2800W | Principles of Script Analysis - Writing Intensive | 3 |
| THEATR 3420 | Acting: Studio I | 3 |
| THEATR 2710 | Introduction to Theatre History | 3 |
| THEATR 2200 | Introduction to Performance Studies | 3 |
| THEATR 2300 | Production Workshop I | 3 |
| Electives | 12 | |
| Any Theatre Courses | ||
Semester Plan
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| THEATR 1990 | 1 | THEATR 2710 | 3 |
| THEATR 2200 | 3 | Second Language | 5 |
| ENGLSH 1000 | 3 | Laboratory Science | 5 |
| MATH 1050, 1100, or STAT 1200 | 3 | MO State Law Course | 3 |
| Second Language | 5 | ||
| 15 | 16 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| THEATR 2990 | 1 | THEATR 2300 | 3 |
| THEATR 3420 | 3 | THEATR 2800W | 3 |
| Theatre Elective/Certificate Course | 3 | Theatre Elective/Certificate Course | 3 |
| Behavioral Science | 3 | Social Science | 3 |
| Biological, Physical, or Mathematical Science | 3 | Biological, Physical, or Mathematical Science | 3 |
| Second Language | 3 | ||
| 16 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| Theatre Elective/Certificate Courses | 6 | Theatre Elective/Certificate Course | 3 |
| Behavioral Science | 3 | 3000+ Writing Intensive | 3 |
| Social Science | 3 | Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 | Other Major, Minor, or Certificate Courses | 6 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| THEATR 4990 | 1 | Other Major, Minor, or Certificate Courses | 12 |
| Other Major, Minor, or Certificate Courses | 15 | ||
| 16 | 12 | ||
| Total Credits: 120 | |||
Degree Audit
The degree audit is an automated report reflecting a student’s academic progress toward the completion of a degree.
MU students can request a degree audit by logging in to myDegreePlanner. Students may also access myDegreePlanner via myZou, in the Student Center, click on the Academic Progress Tile, then select Request Degree Audit. The audit automatically pulls in the student’s MU course work, transfer courses and courses in progress. This is available to current students, admitted students, and those who last attended less than three terms ago.
Past MU students can request a degree audit by contacting the Academic Advising Unit of the division in which they were last enrolled at MU. For contact information, go to https://advising.missouri.edu/contact/.
Prospective students, can access a preliminary MU degree audit via https://www.transferology.com. Information on the college credits already earned will have to be manually entered before it can be evaluated against current degree requirements.
For additional details on degree audits, go to https://registrar.missouri.edu/degrees-audits/degree-audits/.
Major and Career Exploration
The University of Missouri has many resources to assist you in exploring majors and career possibilities. For guidance, visit the Majors and Careers website or view specific resources below.
- Change your Major. If you are considering changing your undergraduate major or are choosing between several majors, schedule an appointment with an advisor in the Discovery Center by calling (573) 884-9700 or through the Discovery Center service in your MU Connect success network.
- Decided on a Major. If you have decided on a major, visit an academic advisor in the School or College that you are interested in to discuss the process of declaring that major.
- Identify your Interests and Strengths. If you would like to learn more about your career interests, abilities, values, and talents, visit the staff at the MU Career Center. No appointment is necessary to explore career options with one of our staff members.
- Explore MU Majors. If you would like information about MU majors and degree programs, visit Majors at Mizzou or the Degrees, Majors (Degree Programs), Emphasis Areas, Minors and Certificates page in the catalog.
For additional major and career exploration resources, visit Major & Career Exploration in the catalog.