The 180 Series of courses provide exciting practical instruction and participation in all aspects of theatrical and dance production. Whether you are exploring these courses as a Theatre & Dance Major, Minor, or are simply an interested non-affiliated student, you will find passionate people working to create art and tell stories on stage. We invite you to join us.
Required Coursework
Your required coursework depends on your status as a Theatre & Dance major or minor. You must satisfy the requirements listed below at a minimum to be eligible for graduation. However, we recommend you participate in as many different areas of production as possible because the more you know about other departments the better performer, technician, or stage manager you will be in the future.
Shop Courses
Each of the shop courses is introduced in DRA24 and it is recommended you enroll in that course as soon as you are able. The shop courses (180E - Scenic & Props, F - Costuming, and G - Lighting, Sound & Projections) are offered every quarter and allow a larger number of students to enroll.
Show-Based Courses
The show-based courses (180A - Performance, B - Design, C - Production Team, and D - Crew) are only available when we are mounting a show, and in only those numbers required for that production. Do not wait until your senior year to begin taking these courses.
Each unit taken requires 30 hours of in-person classwork.
See the course checklist for DRA 180 requirements in the major.