Overview
Whether you’re looking to prepare for a career in theatre or grow in personal creative expression, a minor in theatre at UW-Superior will help you develop invaluable skills and talents that will benefit you in years to come. The theatre minor complements nearly any major and provides performance and hands-on experiences in acting, stage direction, set design, technical production and more.
UW-Superior produces two to three large productions annually and houses two theatres, a scene shop, costume shop, box office, television studio, media lab and the Wisconsin Public Radio – KUWS 91.3 studio. The facilities, along with our professional and experienced faculty and staff, provide the ideal setting to grow your confidence and talents.
What You’ll Learn
In this on-campus minor, you will build skills in collaboration, critical thinking and public speaking that will benefit you in any career you choose. Coursework in the minor includes:
- Theatre Appreciation
- Acting for the Stage
- Introduction to Technical Theater
- The Director and the Text
- The Design Process
Unique Opportunities
For a campus our size, UW-Superior offers many resources and opportunities that make our theatre minor stand out amongst comparable programs.
- Earn credits for working on a theatre production. You can choose from performing in or stage managing a show, working in the scene or costume shops, helping with lighting and sound, and assisting in the box office.
- Unlike other institutions, UW-Superior does not require students to audition to be accepted into the theatre program. All students are welcome to participate in theatre productions.
- Students may complete the theatre minor, along with the English Secondary Education major and other licensure requirements, to be eligible for a Wisconsin teaching license.
Ready to get started?
Applying to UW-Superior is easy and free for undergraduate students. Once your application is submitted, you’ll hear from us within just a few days. We’re here to help you every step of the way with any questions you may have, so why wait? Start your application today. Â
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