Minors in Theatre
Tailored opportunities to learn more
Valpo’s theatre department offers several minors for students who seek to explore the field beyond the introductory level. Students can specialize in areas of performance or technical theatre, or they can pursue more general studies. All minors require a minimum of 18 credits.
All theatre minors are also encouraged to register for THTR 399: Theatre Colloquium each semester they are on campus. The Colloquium builds a strong community among theatre students and introduces them to professional theatre-makers, including Valpo alumni.
Required Courses
| THTR 134 | Voice and Diction | 3 credits | |
| THTR 136 | Movement for the Theatre | 3 credits | |
| THTR 230 | Costume and Makeup | 3 credits | |
| THTR 235 | Acting I | 3 credits | |
| THTR 335 | Acting II | 3 credits | |
| Three additional credits of approved THTR electives 200-level or higher. | 3 credits | ||
| TOTAL | 18 credits | ||
Required Courses
| THTR 134 | Voice and Diction | 3 credits | |
| THTR 136 | Movement for the Theatre | 3 credits | |
| THTR 235 | Acting I | 3 credits | |
| THTR 289 | Dance Styles and Techniques | 3 credits | |
| THTR 297 | Musical Theatre Dance | 3 credits | |
| Three additional credits of approved THTR electives 200-level or higher. | 3 credits | ||
| TOTAL | 18 credits | ||
Required Courses
| THTR 129 | Basic Stagecraft | 3 credits | |
| THTR 230 | Costume and Makeup | 3 credits | |
| THTR 235 | Acting I | 3 credits | |
One course from the following options:
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3 credits | ||
| THTR 431 | Play Directing | 3 credits | |
| Three additional credits of approved THTR electives 200-level or higher. | 3 credits | ||
| TOTAL | 18 credits | ||
Required Courses
| THTR 129 | Basic Stagecraft | 3 credits | |
| THTR 230 | Costume and Makeup | 3 credits | |
| THTR 231 | Scenery and Lighting | 3 credits | |
One course from the following options:
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3 credits | ||
| Six additional credits of approved THTR electives 200-level or higher. | 6 credits | ||
| TOTAL | 18 credits | ||
This minor can be customized to students’ particular interests.
Required Courses
Like all theatre minors, this program requires 18 credits. The courses taken must be agreed upon by the student and the department chair.