A Theatrical Communication minor supports the mission of CU by strengthening one’s faith, convictions, and action by developing necessary critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal relationship skills needed for service in the church, the world, and professional vocations. Theatre courses fulfill this by building a community of artists and creative thinkers who are working at increasing their communication and performance skills, as well as teambuilding and problem solving that can be applied to their personal and professional lives. Students entering the fields of teaching, ministry, education, business, and even the medical sciences will find the skills developed in theatre courses and theatre productions will enhance their speaking abilities and increase their effectiveness in communicating the written word to an audience. The critical analysis that is involved in all the Theatre courses is exceptional in enhancing one’s ability to self-express and examine the thoughts/behaviors of others as they relate to themselves and others. Every profession today involves communication on its multiple levels and the need for understanding peers, superiors, and constituencies.

Curriculum

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Required Courses
THTR 101	Theatre Practicum	1
THTR 120	Orientation to Theatre	3
THTR 231	Stagecraft I: Intro Stagecraft	3
THTR 261	Acting I: Introduction to Acting	3
THTR 350	20th Century American Drama	3
THTR 481	Theatre Internship	2
THTR 490	Senior Capstone in Theatre	3
Total Hours		18