UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY · UNITED STATES
Theatre Arts - Theatre Design and Production Emphasis, B.F.A.
Bachelor's · Taught in en
At a glance
48 mo
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Bachelor's
Level
- Conservatory-style trainingTraining Style
- Specializations in Costume, Lighting, Scenic, Sound, Stage Management, and Technical DirectionEmphasis Areas
- Portfolio submission and interview required for admissionAdmission
- Culminates in designing for a main season department productionCapstone Experience
- Prepares students for professional design and technical theatre careersCareer Focus
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Theatre Arts with an emphasis in Theatre Design and Production offers intensive, conservatory-style training for students specializing in costume, lighting, scenic design and construction, sound design, stage management, and technical direction. This program prepares students for professional careers in theatre by providing hands-on experience and developing a deep focus within their chosen area. Admission to this competitive program requires a successful audition or portfolio submission and an interview.
Curriculum
The BFA program requires a total of 126 credit hours, encompassing core theatre arts requirements, emphasis-specific courses, and track specializations. Students will engage in intensive study and practical application within their chosen area of design or production.
- Year 1-4
- Introduction to Academic WritingENGL 1010
- Intermediate Academic WritingENGL 2010
- Costume Construction ITHEA 2203
- Renaissance Through Contemporary Art History or Fundamentals of MusicARTH 2720G or MUSC 1100
- Costume Construction I LabTHEA 2204
- Introduction to Theatrical DesignTHEA 2513
- Introduction to Theatrical Design LabTHEA 2514
- Rendering for TheatreTHEA 2515
- Visual Concepts in TheatreTHEA 2517
- Lighting Design ITHEA 3531
- Costume Design ITHEA 3541
- Scenic Design ITHEA 3571
- PortfolioTHEA 4981
- Senior Project in DesignTHEA 4995
Careers
This program is designed to prepare graduates for professional roles in the theatre industry, equipping them with the skills and experience necessary to succeed as designers and technicians.
- Costume Designer
- Lighting Designer
- Scenic Designer
- Sound Designer
- Stage Manager
- Technical Director
- Theatre Technician
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the BFA Theatre Design and Production emphasis?
- Admission is competitive and requires a successful audition or portfolio submission, followed by an interview. General university admission requirements must also be met.
- What career paths can I pursue after graduating from this program?
- Graduates are prepared for professional roles such as Costume Designer, Lighting Designer, Scenic Designer, Sound Designer, Stage Manager, and Technical Director within the theatre industry.
- What is the duration of the BFA Theatre Arts - Theatre Design and Production Emphasis program?
- The BFA program requires a total of 126 credit hours, typically completed over four years, covering core theatre arts, emphasis-specific courses, and track specializations.
- How do I apply to the BFA Theatre Design and Production emphasis?
- First, apply to Utah Valley University. Then, submit a production portfolio and schedule an interview as part of the competitive program-specific application process.
- What kind of training does this BFA program offer?
- This program offers intensive, conservatory-style training, with specializations available in Costume, Lighting, Scenic, Sound, Stage Management, and Technical Direction.
Entry requirements
General Education RequirementsCompletion of 27 credit hours including English Composition and Quantitative Reasoning.
Theatre Arts Core RequirementsCompletion of 60 credit hours in Theatre Arts.
Emphasis RequirementsCompletion of 30 credit hours in Design and Production Emphasis courses.
Track RequirementsCompletion of 24 credit hours within a chosen specialization track (Costume, Scenery, Lighting, Technical Direction, Stage Management, or Sound).
Admission to the BFA Theatre Production and Design Emphasis is competitive and based on a successful audition or production portfolio evaluation and an interview.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition rates vary based on credit hours and residency status. Please refer to the university's official tuition schedule for the most current information.
Tuition (home)Tuition rates vary based on credit hours and residency status. Please refer to the university's official tuition schedule for the most current information.
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How to apply
1. Apply to Utah Valley UniversityComplete the general university application for admission.
2. Meet Program-Specific RequirementsEnsure you meet the academic prerequisites and prepare your audition or production portfolio.
3. Submit Portfolio and Schedule InterviewSubmit your performance audition or production portfolio as required for the emphasis. An interview will be scheduled as part of the evaluation process.
4. Await Admission DecisionAdmission is competitive and based on the evaluation of your application, portfolio, and interview.
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the BFA Theatre Design and Production emphasis?
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Admission is competitive and requires a successful audition or portfolio submission, followed by an interview. General university admission requirements must also be met.
What career paths can I pursue after graduating from this program?
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Graduates are prepared for professional roles such as Costume Designer, Lighting Designer, Scenic Designer, Sound Designer, Stage Manager, and Technical Director within the theatre industry.
What is the duration of the BFA Theatre Arts - Theatre Design and Production Emphasis program?
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The BFA program requires a total of 126 credit hours, typically completed over four years, covering core theatre arts, emphasis-specific courses, and track specializations.
How do I apply to the BFA Theatre Design and Production emphasis?
+
First, apply to Utah Valley University. Then, submit a production portfolio and schedule an interview as part of the competitive program-specific application process.
What kind of training does this BFA program offer?
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This program offers intensive, conservatory-style training, with specializations available in Costume, Lighting, Scenic, Sound, Stage Management, and Technical Direction.