Gustavus Adolphus College

The major curriculum is outlined on the following pages. You’ll note that, regardless of your primary area of interest, you’ll be asked to acquire a basic knowledge of all practical aspects of theatre. In other words, most proficient dancers and actors benefit immensely from a solid knowledge of set construction, while many good technicians are excellent actors and dancers.

The theatre major consists of a sequence of 11.5 courses, including a senior project, which is prepared under the supervision of a faculty advisor. The major is intended to produce insightful interpreters, skillful collaborators, and expressive creators of theatre art; it lays the foundation for graduate studies and beginning level work in theatre or such allied fields as broadcasting, communications, arts management, and human services. The dance major consists of a sequence of 10.5 courses, including a senior project that is prepared under the supervision of a faculty advisor. The major is intended to produce technically skilled, articulate movers, who utilize dance as a way to perceive, discover, create and communicate. Students may also pursue teacher licensure as Dance/Theatre education majors with either a dance or theatre specialization. In addition the department offers minors in both theatre and dance.

Department of Theatre and Dance Course Offerings

For more information about class descriptions and the semesters / years they are offered, talk to your advisor, or access the Theatre and Dance web page located in the Departments and Programs section of the Oncampus Community page.

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