Minor in Speech/Theatre

The Minor in Speech/Theatre is designed for students who are interested in theatre, but who are uncomfortable with the music and dance portions of the major. The minor also appeals to students who are interested in developing their public speaking skills.

Topics of Study

• voice and diction
• world theatre
• acting
• technical theatre production
• play analysis
• speech for business and the professions
• storytelling
• directing

Career Opportunities

• roles in national touring companies
• roles in regional professional theatres
• full-time work at local theme parks

Experiential Learning Opportunities

• musical theatre productions
• dramatic theatre productions
• cabarets
• in-residence workshops with established music theatre artists
• internship opportunities with a local theme park or theatre company
• Dance Happening
• Spring Dance Concert

On-Campus Associations

• Alpha Psi Omega (dramatic fraternity)