First Term Course Credits
Required: 16.50
- ACTR 100 Acting I 3.00
- ENGL 100 Academic Writing Strategies 3.00
- MUS 124 Musicianship Fundamentals I 1.00
- MUTH 116 Musical Theatre I 3.00
- MUTH 170 Dance for Musical Theatre I 3.00
- PMTI 100 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice I 0.50
- THTR 160 Technical Theatre Fundamentals 3.00
Credits 16.50
Second Term Course Credits
Required: 15.50
- ACTR 101 Acting II 3.00
- MUS 125 Musicianship Fundamentals II 3.00
- MUTH 117 Musical Theatre II 3.00
- MUTH 127 Elements of Theatre for Musical Theatre 3.00
- MUTH 171 Dance for Musical Theatre II 3.00
- PMTI 101 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice II 0.50
Credits 15.50
Third Term Course Credits
Required: 16.00
- ACTR 200 Acting III 3.00
- MUTH 208 Performance Project I 3.00
- MUTH 210 Acting for Film and Television I 3.00
- MUTH 216 Musical Theatre III 3.00
- MUTH 270 Dance for Musical Theatre III 3.00
- PMTI 200 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice III 1.00
Credits 16.00
Fourth Term Course Credits
Required: 16.00
- ACTR 201 Acting IV 3.00
- MUTH 209 Performance Project II 3.00
- MUTH 211 Acting for Film and Television II 3.00
- MUTH 217 Musical Theatre IV 3.00
- MUTH 271 Dance for Musical Theatre IV 3.00
- PMTI 201 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice IV 1.00
Credits 16.00
Fifth Term Course Credits
Required: 15.50
- ACTR 300 Master Classes - Acting V 3.00
- MUTH 308 Performance Project III 3.00
- MUTH 316 Musical Theatre V 3.00
- MUTH 318 Ensemble Voice for Musical Theatre I 2.00
- MUTH 370 Dance for Musical Theatre V 3.00
- PMTI 300 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice V 1.50
Credits 15.50
Sixth Term Course Credits
Required: 15.50
- ACTR 301 Master Classes - Acting VI 3.00
- MUTH 309 Performance Project IV 3.00
- MUTH 317 Musical Theatre VI 3.00
- MUTH 319 Ensemble Voice for Musical Theatre II 2.00
- MUTH 371 Dance for Musical Theatre VI 3.00
- PMTI 301 Private Musical Theatre Instruction - Voice VI 1.50
Credits 15.50
Total Program Credits 95.00
MUTH 116
Musical Theatre I
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
An introduction to the musical theatre repertoire and the singing, dancing and acting skills necessary to perform it.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 117
Musical Theatre II
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 116 or THTR 116
A continuation of MUTH 116.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 127
Elements of Theatre for Musical Theatre
3.00 credits (2,0,2) hrs 15 wks
This course will survey the theatrical roots of the musical from ancient Greece and Rome through to the first musical comedies of the late 18th and 19th centuries. As well, selected major developments of the 20th century will be highlighted. This course can be mixed-mode delivery, which would necessitate the use of a computer.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 170
Dance for Musical Theatre I
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
This course is designed to teach the basic techniques of ballet, jazz and tap through a series of exercises and choreographed numbers.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 171
Dance for Musical Theatre II
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 170 or THTR 170
A continuation of MUTH 170.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 208
Performance Project I
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: ACTR 100 and 117 or THTR 102 and 117
This course acknowledges the theatre skills which are learned during practical work on productions. Students in the Musical Theatre program will take part in a concert style production of a musical, performed in the Arbutus Studio at the end of term.
Note: An Audition is also required.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 209
Performance Project II
3.00 credits (0,0,4) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 208 or THTR 208
This course acknowledges the theatre skills which are learned during practical work on productions. Students in the Musical Theatre program rehearse and perform in a fully staged and costumed musical for a several week run. This practical application of the techniques learned throughout the previous terms will culminate in a production. Students must also prepare a ¿Set of Five¿, which is a cabaret show consisting of five songs with patter, which will be performed at the end of term in the Arbutus Studio Theatre.
Note: Audition also required.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 210
Acting for Film and Television I
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: ACTR 100 or THTR 102
An introduction to the acting techniques and technical skills needed to perform voice-overs and scenes for the camera.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 211
Acting for Film and Television II
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 210 or THTR 210
A continuation of MUTH 210. Topics include script interpretation, emotional portrayal, and special problems in film like comedy, love scenes and period work. acting.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 216
Musical Theatre III
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 117 or THTR 117
A continuation of the exploration of musical theatre repertoire, with an emphasis on more complicated technique, harmonies, and choreography.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 217
Musical Theatre IV
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 216 or THTR 216
A continuation of the exploration of musical theatre repertoire, with an emphasis on more complicated technique, harmonies, and choreography.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 270
Dance for Musical Theatre III
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 171 or THTR 171
The goal of this course is to continue to learn and perfect the techniques begun in Dance I and II and to move into more complicated styles and choreography.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 271
Dance for Musical Theatre IV
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 270 or THTR 270
In this course the student will continue to learn and perfect the techniques begun in Dance I, II, III and IV and to move into more complicated styles, quick pick up of choreography, as well as group choreography assignments.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 308
Performance Project III
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 209 or THTR 209
Students will improve upon and demonstrate their mastery of the performance aspect of dance if they choose the choreographic assignment. Students will choreograph a short piece and perform the practical work necessary to produce an advanced dance performance. Students will also get the opportunity to perform in and produce a smaller cast, non-musical show presented in the first term.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 309
Performance Project IV
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 308 or THTR 308
This course acknowledges the theatre skills which are learned during practical work on productions. Students in the Musical Theatre Program will rehearse and perform in a fully staged and costumed musical for a several week run. This practical application of the techniques learned throughout the previous terms will culminate in a production.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 316
Musical Theatre V
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 217 or THTR 217
To continue the exploration of Musical Theatre Repertoire that was begun in MUTH 217, with an emphasis on advanced technique, harmonies and choreography. Students will add a variety of song styles to their expanding repertoire, will perform them in master class format, and will continue to build their audition book. At the end of the term, students will showcase their solo repertoire as well as ensemble choreography. This term end performance will be part of their final mark.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 317
Musical Theatre VI
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 316 or THTR 316
To continue the exploration of Musical Theatre repertoire from MUTH 316, with an emphasis on advanced technique, harmonies and choreography. Students will add different styles of music to their expanding repertoire, and will continue to build upon their audition book. At the end of the term, students will showcase their solo repertoire and their ensemble choreography in a public setting in order to allow theatre professionals to view their work. This term end performance will form part of their final mark.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 318
Ensemble Voice for Musical Theatre I
2.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 217 or THTR 217
This course will further the development of general vocal skills and advanced musicianship. Students will review and improve upon their ensemble skills, sight reading and advanced harmony. In addition to the ensemble study, students will work on musical expectations of an audition: sight reading of solo repertoire, and small ensemble (quartet/sextet).
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 319
Ensemble Voice for Musical Theatre II
2.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 318 or THTR 318
This course is a continuation of 318 and will further the development of general vocal skills and advanced musicianship. In addition to the ensemble study, students will work in a studio setting to learn about recording the sung and spoken voice. Students will also get an opportunity to learn the ADR process, and expand their knowledge base in the voice recording industry.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 370
Dance for Musical Theatre V
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 271 or THTR 271
This advanced dance course will enable Musical Theatre students to continue the progress of their skill development to the advanced level. Students will be expected to recognize and execute advanced level dance skills in the areas of ballet, jazz and tap. Through weekly technique classes, students will be assessed for individual progress. An audition format will be introduced this year, which will prepare students for the dance auditions that each will encounter upon graduation from this program.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
MUTH 371
Dance for Musical Theatre VI
3.00 credits (4,0,2) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: MUTH 370 or THTR 376
This course is a continuation of 370, and will enable Musical Theatre students to further continue the progress of their skill development to the advanced level. Students will be expected to recognize and execute advanced level dance skills in the areas of ballet, jazz and tap. Through weekly technique classes, students will be assessed for individual progress. An audition format will be introduced this year, which will prepare students for the dance auditions that each will encounter upon graduation from this program. In this term, Ballet and freestyle auditions will be added to the Jazz and Tap auditions from last term.
Note: For Musical Theatre program students only.
