University of Alabama

The Department of Theatre and Dance offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in both theatre and dance, including a Bachelor of Arts in Dance, Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with a Musical Theatre Concentration, and Bachelor of Fine Arts, with concentrations in Acting, Musical Theatre, and Design and Technical Production.

The BA in Theatre is a generalist degree with courses in all areas of theatre. The BA-Musical Theatre concentration and the BFA concentrations offer areas of in-depth study in acting, design and technical production, and musical theatre. Admission to the BA (Musical Theatre concentration only) and BFA programs are by audition/interview only. We have an active production season, producing five full-length plays and two musicals a year, in addition to many informal performances.

The Dance program's greatest strength is the diversity of classes offered: in addition to virtuosic training in ballet, contemporary dance and jazz, students are offered a wide range of professional skills including choreography, dance for the camera, pedagogy, lighting and sound design, and anatomy. With this breadth of knowledge, students are well placed to achieve a sustainable future in dance, contributing as skilled artists and global citizens.

The University of Alabama offers both a Master of Fine Arts in Dance and a Master of Fine Arts in Theatre. The MFA in Theatre has six areas of study:

• Acting Concentration
• Arts Management Concentration
• Costume Design and Production Concentration
• Design and Technical Production Concentration
• Directing Concentration Concentration
• Stage Management Concentration

For more information regarding admission requirements or curriculum, see the pages for each concentration or contact us at (205) 348-7351.