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Early action deadline: November 1; Regular Decision Deadline: June 15

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Become a Beacon and pursue your passion in UMass Boston’s diverse, supportive environment. Many students across our 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs receive financial aid—providing access to an education that’s exceptional and affordable. Click below to learn more about financial aid opportunities and deadlines.

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Major: 12 courses, 4 Practicums; 40 credits

• THRART 105, 205, 305, 405 (Practicum 1-4) 1 credit each. Important: students must take all four, and two must be in design/technology
• THRART 201 (Theatre History: Origins-1660) 3 credits
• THRART 202 (Theatre History: 1660-Present) 3 credits
• THRART 122 (Costume Construction) 3 credits
• THRART 123 (Theatre Crafts I) 3 credits
• THRART 125 (Introduction to Design) 3 credits
• THRART 236 (Acting I for Theatre Arts Majors and Minors) 3 credits
• THRART 337 (Directing) 3 credits
• 2 Dramatic Literature Courses 3 credits each
• 3 Advanced Theatre courses (any 300 or 400 level class) 3 credits each

In all, a minimum of twelve semester courses and 4 practicums in Theatre Arts is required for graduation.

A THRART Independent Study can count towards the Advanced Theatre course requirement, the application and instructions are HERE.

Students pursuing a Senior Honors in Theatre Arts can find the Honors Proposal application and procedures HERE.

For more information on curriculum, including course descriptions and degree requirements, visit the Academic Catalog.

Theatre Arts Learning Outcomes:

• Students will demonstrate the ability to read closely, to think critically, to speak eloquently, and to write effectively.
• Students will demonstrate advanced skills in one or more areas of theatre arts concentration.
• Students will demonstrate a wide range of skills practiced in theatre arts, including acting, design-technology, stage management, and dramaturgy.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to follow best practices during production, including rehearsals and performances.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively and collectively.

Performing Arts Department Grading Policy:

• No Music or Theatre majors/minors may take any of the classes required for their major/minor as Pass/Fail.
• Students must receive at least a C- in the classes that are required for the major/minor. Lower grades (D+ or below in courses required for the major/minor must be taken again to count.
• Students must have a GPA of at least 2.5 in the courses required for the major/minor in order to graduate with the major/minor.

Performing Arts Department Location: University Hall, Room 2247, Second Floor

Phone: 617.287.5640
Email: performing.arts@umb.edu

Carrie Ann Quinn, Chair, Performing Arts Department
CarrieAnn.Quinn@umb.edu

Administrative Contacts

Tanya Williams, Administrative Assistant
Tanya.Williams@umb.edu

Bill Doncaster, Outreach Coordinator
Bill.Doncaster@umb.edu

Joshua Kohler, Production Manager
Joshua.Kohler@umb.edu

Program Coordinators

Sommer Forrester, Music Program Coordinator, Sommer.Forrester@umb.edu

Robert Lublin, Theatre Arts Program Coordinator, Robert.Lublin@umb.edu

Danny Swain, Dance Program Coordinator, Daniel.Swain@umb.edu