College of Fine Arts

Theatre - Minor

6

Main stage productions per year

19

Credit Hours

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Melanie Turner

Administrative Coordinator

Department of Theatre & Dance, College of Fine Arts

College of Fine Arts

Department of Theatre and Dance

114 Fine Arts Building

Lexington, KY 40506

Program website

859-257-3297

  • Minor

The Theatre minor is open to students from any college with a passion for acting and/or theatre design and production. 

Careers

UK Theatre and Dance produces a full main stage production season annually including dance and musical theatre productions. Whether you assist with scenic, light, costume or sound design, or let your talents soar on stage, there is a practicum section that will help you gain the hands-on experience to reach your artistic and professional goals. The Department of Theatre and Dance regularly hosts renowned guest artists for residencies and master classes.

Theatre offers courses in:

  • Acting
  • Playwriting
  • Directing
  • Set Design
  • Costume Design
  • Technology
  • Theatre Studies
  • Lighting Design
"When I began my college search, I thought I wanted to attend a small university where I would be able to develop close, personal relationships with my peers and professors. I did not realize that this was possible at a flagship university until I visited UK. Here, I am able to be a part of a small community within my major while still being a part of the legacy that comes with being a Wildcat."

Haley Goode

Theatre and Family Sciences

Classes & Requirements

 

What You'll Study

 

Students in the Department of Theatre and Dance receive the highest caliber training--whether their passions are onstage or backstage--and our success is proven through the success of our alumni nationwide. The department's rich history and tradition, going back over 100 years, ground our programs with the consistency and reputation to excel in a competitive marketplace. Our faculty are committed to helping our students to develop to their fullest potential and ensure that their college experiences are exceptional.

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Minor Requirements 

  • Choose one course from the following:
    • TA 110 - Theatre: An Introduction
    • TA 120 - Creativity and the Art of Acting
    • TA 126 - Acting I: Fundamentals of Acting
    • TA 150 - Creativity and the Art of Design and Production
  • TA 390 - Theatre Practicum

Theatre Electives

Every Theatre minor is required to complete at least 15 hours of Theatre electives. At least six of these must be at or above the 300-level. The focus areas are PerformanceDesign and TechnologyPlaywriting, and General Theatre Studies.


Contact

Headshot of Melanie Turner

Melanie Turner

Administrative Coordinator

Department of Theatre & Dance, College of Fine Arts

College of Fine Arts

Department of Theatre and Dance

114 Fine Arts Building

Lexington, KY 40506

859-257-3297