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Theatre Design and Technology - Major (BFA)

Nazareth University · Rochester, NY

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Program
Award
Theatre Design and Technology - Major (BFA)
Credential class
ceterms:BachelorDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
Return to: ACADEMIC PROGRAMS A-Z The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design and Technology from the Theatre and Dance Department is a specific pre-professional training degree with a rigorous foundation in both arts and sciences. This program includes the study of Play Analysis, Technical Theatre, History of the Theatre, Acting, and Design. Besides a broad grounding in the liberal arts and sciences through the university’s core curriculum, the training for designers/technicians will be enhanced by technical theatre core classes and laboratory prep work in our production season. Students will develop the necessary skills for post-graduate entry into professional theatre or graduate school. Their daily class work will emphasize that theatre is a collaborative art form, expose students to the historical origins of theatre, to global and multi-ethnic work, allowing them to apply the techniques they learn. As part of the student’s design process, they will work with the Production Team, discuss ideas and solutions in weekly production meetings, be present in the shop during the build of the show(s) and throughout the rehearsal process see how the costume or scenic element or lighting effect will enhance the performer on stage. The end result will be a prepared artist, one who is comfortable entering this demanding, competitive field. As part of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design and Technology pre-professional degree, students are required to complete a yearly portfolio review at the end of each spring semester. This process is to evaluate students’ academic performance and progression in the program. Students must keep a minimum GPA of 3.0 within the major in order to continue in the program. In the summer after sophomore or junior year, students are required to participate in an internship to help facilitate the transition to the profession. Student Learning Outcomes : By the end of the program, students will be able to: Analyze and apply the complete theatrical production process to projects within their area of concentration, demonstrating accurate use of terminology, procedures, and production workflows. ​ Collaborate and lead within production teams by: Developing project plans and schedules, Managing resources (personnel, materials, budgets), and Executing tasks that support timely and efficient production processes. Generate and present design concepts by: Producing freehand and/or digital drawings, renderings, and models, Drafting supporting documentation, and Delivering clear written, oral, and public presentations of their design work. Implement industry-standard practices by: Executing construction, technical, and design tasks using current tools, technologies, and safety protocols, and Evaluating their work against professional benchmarks. Interpret and apply a range of dramatic texts, devised works, and performance styles by: Analyzing scripts, devised materials, and improvisation-based source content to determine artistic and technical needs, Identifying stylistic, historical, cultural, and conceptual requirements across scripted and non-scripted forms, and Integrating these findings into coherent, defensible design or technical choices for realized or hypothetical projects. Research and articulate theatre’s social, political, economic, and religious contexts by: Writing analytical or reflective assignments, of design projects, and Presenting informed positions on theatre’s role as a vehicle for social justice and cultural commentary. Compile and refine a professional portfolio and/or website by: Documenting production work through photographs, drawings, models, and process materials, Curating content for clarity and professional standards, and Presenting the portfolio in mock or real-world interview settings.
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Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Core Curriculum Requirements

0 items

    History/Theory

    4 items
    1. THA.Q 120 - Introduction to Theatre
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    2. THA 275
      History of the Theatre I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. THA 276
      History of the Theatre II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    4. THA 351
      Dramatic Literature and Play Analysis
      Not resolved to a course
      3

    General Theatre

    8 items
    1. THA 001
      Theatre & Dance Department Forum
      Not resolved to a course
      0
    2. THA 090
      New Student Spotlight
      Not resolved to a course
      0.5
    3. THA 140
      Acting I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    4. THA 375
      Directing for the Stage
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    5. THA 452
      Senior Seminar in Theatre
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    6. THA 483
      Internship in Theatre
      Not resolved to a course
      1
    7. In the summer after their sophomore or junior year, all students are required to participate in an internship to help facilitate the transition to the profession.
      Not resolved to a course
    8. THA 499
      Theatre Arts Senior Comprehensive
      Not resolved to a course
      0

    Movement and Dance Course Electives

    20 items
    1. DAN 101
      Dance Conditioning and Injury Prevention
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    2. DAN 110
      Pilates, Placement and Conditioning
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    3. DAN 205
      Ballet Barre and Conditioning
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    4. DAN 305
      Open Ballet II
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    5. DAN 208
      Ballet I Technique
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    6. DAN 308
      Ballet II Technique
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    7. DAN 209
      Tap I Technique
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    8. DAN 309
      Tap II Technique
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    9. DAN 111
      Introduction to Jazz: Vernacular Jazz
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    10. DAN 211
      Intermediate Jazz: LatinX Styles
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    11. DAN 311
      Intermediate-Advanced Jazz: African Aesthetics and Contemporary Application
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    12. DAN 212
      Introduction to Modern Dance
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    13. DAN 312
      Modern II Dance Technique
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    14. DAN 213
      Special Topics in Contemporary Dance Technique
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    15. DAN 307
      Hip Hop - Exploring Vernacular Street Dance
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    16. DAN 310
      Dance Theory and Improvisation
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    17. MTHA 113
      Musical Theatre Dance I
      Not resolved to a course
      1.5
    18. MTHA 213
      Musical Theatre Dance II
      Not resolved to a course
      1.5
    19. MTHA 313
      Musical Theatre Dance III
      Not resolved to a course
      1.5
    20. PED 117
      Yoga
      Not resolved to a course
      0

    Art

    2 items
    1. ART 101
      3
    2. AHI.Q 271 - Survey I: Prehistoric through Medieval Art
      Not resolved to a course
      3

    Production

    3 items
    1. THA 150L
      Technical Theatre I Lab
      Not resolved to a course
      0
    2. THA 345
      Theatre Practicum
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. Theatre Production Labs: students take five credits of production labs from four different areas (course THL*LAB)
      Not resolved to a course

    Design/Technology Core

    7 items
    1. THA 150
      Technical Theatre I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    2. THA 235
      Stage Makeup
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. THA 284
      Rendering (for the Stage)
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    4. THA 372
      Styles and Ornamentation
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    5. THA 453
      Portfolio Seminar
      Not resolved to a course
      1
    6. THA Elective- Any 3 credit THA course not required otherwise
      Not resolved to a course
    7. MTHA/THA Elective - Any 3 credit MTHA/THA course not required otherwise (with department approval)
      Not resolved to a course

    Design/Technology Emphasis Area Options

    3 items
    1. Costume Design
      Not resolved to a course
    2. Lighting Design
      Not resolved to a course
    3. Scenic Design
      Not resolved to a course

    Design/Technology for Costume Design Emphasis

    6 items
    1. THA 233
      Costume Construction
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    2. THA 280
      Scene Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. THA 282
      Costume Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    4. THA 332
      Costume Design II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    5. THA 334
      Patterning Techniques
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    6. THA 371
      History of Fashion
      Not resolved to a course
      3

    Tech Elective for Costume Design

    11 items
    1. THA 237
      Stage Management
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    2. THA 250
      Technical Theatre II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. THA 280
      Scene Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    4. THA 281
      Lighting Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    5. THA 283
      Sound Design
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    6. THA 330
      Scene Design II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    7. THA 331
      Lighting Design II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    8. THA 335
      Scene Painting
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    9. THA 336
      Technical Direction
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    10. THA 337
      Millinery and Wig
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    11. THA 350
      Lighting Technology
      Not resolved to a course
      3

    Design/Technology for Lighting Design Emphasis

    6 items
    1. THA 237
      Stage Management
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    2. THA 280
      Scene Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. THA 281
      Lighting Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    4. THA 285
      Vectorworks Spotlight
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    5. THA 331
      Lighting Design II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    6. THA 350
      Lighting Technology
      Not resolved to a course
      3

    Tech Elective for Lighting Design

    11 items
    1. THA 233
      Costume Construction
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    2. THA 280
      Scene Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. THA 282
      Costume Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    4. THA 283
      Sound Design
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    5. THA 330
      Scene Design II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    6. THA 332
      Costume Design II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    7. THA 334
      Patterning Techniques
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    8. THA 335
      Scene Painting
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    9. THA 336
      Technical Direction
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    10. THA 337
      Millinery and Wig
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    11. THA 371
      History of Fashion
      Not resolved to a course
      3

    Design/Technology for Scenic Design Emphasis

    6 items
    1. THA 237
      Stage Management
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    2. THA 250
      Technical Theatre II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. THA 280
      Scene Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    4. THA 281
      Lighting Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    5. THA 330
      Scene Design II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    6. THA 335
      Scene Painting
      Not resolved to a course
      3

    Tech Elective for Scenic Design

    11 items
    1. THA 233
      Costume Construction
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    2. THA 281
      Lighting Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. THA 282
      Costume Design I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    4. THA 283
      Sound Design
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    5. THA 331
      Lighting Design II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    6. THA 332
      Costume Design II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    7. THA 334
      Patterning Techniques
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    8. THA 336
      Technical Direction
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    9. THA 337
      Millinery and Wig
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    10. THA 350
      Lighting Technology
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    11. THA 371
      History of Fashion
      Not resolved to a course
      3

    Sample Program for Technology Production Major

    0 items

      Freshman Year

      14 items
      1. THA 001
        Theatre & Dance Department Forum
        Not resolved to a course
        0
      2. Perspectives - Enduring Question (P-EQ) Courses
        Not resolved to a course
        6
      3. Health/Wellness
        Not resolved to a course
        0
      4. ACS 101
        1
      5. FYS course PEQ (THA.F 120 recommended)
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      6. ART 106
        3
      7. ENGW 101
        Exposition
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      8. ENGW 102
        Argument and Research
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      9. THA.Q 120 - Introduction to Theatre
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      10. THA 140
        Acting I
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      11. THA 150
        Technical Theatre I
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      12. THA 150L
        Technical Theatre I Lab
        Not resolved to a course
        0
      13. THA 090
        New Student Spotlight
        Not resolved to a course
        0.5
      14. Movement or Dance Courses
        Not resolved to a course
        0-6

      Sophomore Year

      9 items
      1. THA 001
        Theatre & Dance Department Forum
        Not resolved to a course
        0
      2. 3 Perspectives Enduring Question (PEQ) courses
        Not resolved to a course
        9
      3. Integrative Studies (IS) course
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      4. Theatre Arts Labs (2 required)
        Not resolved to a course
        2
      5. THA 372
        Styles and Ornamentation
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      6. THA 250
        Technical Theatre II
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      7. OR THA 371
        History of Fashion
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      8. THA 282
        Costume Design I
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      9. THA 284
        Rendering (for the Stage)
        Not resolved to a course
        3

      Summer Between Sophomore and Junior Year

      0 items

        Junior Year

        11 items
        1. THA 001
          Theatre & Dance Department Forum
          Not resolved to a course
          0
        2. 2 Perspectives Enduring Question (P-EQ) courses
          Not resolved to a course
          7
        3. Integrative Studies (IS) course (1 - IS/DEIB designated course)
          Not resolved to a course
          3
        4. Theatre Arts Labs (2 required)
          Not resolved to a course
          2
        5. THA 372
          Styles and Ornamentation
          Not resolved to a course
          3
        6. THA 235
          Stage Makeup
          Not resolved to a course
          3
        7. THA 275
          History of the Theatre I
          Not resolved to a course
          3
        8. THA 276
          History of the Theatre II
          Not resolved to a course
          3
        9. THA 281
          Lighting Design I
          Not resolved to a course
          3
        10. THA 334
          Patterning Techniques
          Not resolved to a course
          3
        11. OR THA 336
          Technical Direction
          Not resolved to a course
          3

        Summer Between Junior and Senior Year

        0 items

          Senior Year

          12 items
          1. THA 001
            Theatre & Dance Department Forum
            Not resolved to a course
            0
          2. Integrative Studies (IS) course (1 - IS/DEIB designated course)
            Not resolved to a course
            3
          3. THA Electives
            Not resolved to a course
            6
          4. Core Milestone Experience (CME)
            Not resolved to a course
            0
          5. Theatre Arts Labs (2 required)
            Not resolved to a course
            2
          6. THA 372
            Styles and Ornamentation
            Not resolved to a course
            3
          7. THA 237
            Stage Management
            Not resolved to a course
            3
          8. THA 280
            Scene Design I
            Not resolved to a course
            3
          9. THA 345
            Theatre Practicum
            Not resolved to a course
            3
          10. THA 375
            Directing for the Stage
            Not resolved to a course
            3
          11. THA 452
            Senior Seminar in Theatre
            Not resolved to a course
            3
          12. THA 453
            Portfolio Seminar
            Not resolved to a course
            1
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