Theatrical Production and Design Bachelor of Fine Arts
Office: 120 Houghton Hall
(716) 673-3596
Dr. Samantha Kenney, Chairperson
Dr. Thomas Loughlin, Acting Chairperson
Email: theatre.dance@fredonia.edu
Website: http://home.fredonia.edu/theatredance
A Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatrical Production and Design allows a student to pursue intensive training in the behind-the-scenes planning and execution of live theatre within the liberal arts degree. Students that gain admittance into the program take classes in all areas of theatre, but are asked to declare an emphasis in Costume Design, Lighting Design, Scenic Design or Technical Production (scenic construction) by their sophomore year. Most classes in these areas are only offered to students in the program, which allows for a more focused learning environment and close mentoring from our actively professional faculty. As part of the program, students are given the opportunity to serve as designers, assistants, artisans, and technicians for the Department main stage productions. Special attention is paid to creating a professional grade portfolio to showcase the variety of skills and production experiences offered to the BFA.
Degree Requirements for Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatrical Production and Design
Costume Design Track
Core Courses (68 credit hours):
Track Courses (12 credit hours):
Electives (6 credit hours):
Lighting Design Track
Core Courses (68 credit hours)
Track Courses (9 credit hours)
Electives (9 credit hours)
Technical Production Track
Core Courses (68 credit hours)
Track Courses (9 credit hours)
Elective Courses (9 credit hours)
Scene Design Track
Core Courses (68 credit hours)
Track Courses (9 credit hours)
Elective Courses (9 credit hours)
Total Credit Hours: 86