Musical Theatre
Bachelor of Arts
Fall
- ENGL 101/115 ............ 3cr.
- PHIL 100............ 3cr.
- CORE 100 ............ 3cr.
- CORE 101 ............ 0cr.
- THTR 196: Musical Theatre Studio and THTR 197: Voice for Theatre Majors............ 1cr.
- THTR 100: Introduction to Theatre............ 3cr.
- THTR 120: Acting I............ 3cr.
- DANC 201: Musical Theatre Dance............ 1cr.
- DANC: Ballet 1 ............ 1cr.
Spring
- THEO 111 ............ 3cr.
- CORE 102 ............ 0cr.
- Historical Perspectives............ 3cr.
- THTR 197: Voice for Theatre Majors and THTR 196: Musical Theatre Studio............ 1cr.
- THTR 221: Audition Process............ 3cr.
- DANC: Ballet 2 ............ 1cr.
- THTR 195: Voice and Movement Ensemble............ 1cr.
- THTR 199: Theatre Performance Workshop............ 1cr.
- DANC 301: Musical Theatre Dance II............ 1cr.
- THTR 150: Stagecraft............ 3cr.
Fall
- second language 1/2 ............ 3cr.
- Social Sciences Elective............ 3cr.
- THTR 205: Theatre History 1 / Oral Flag ............ 3cr.
- THTR 196: Musical Theatre Studio and THTR 197: Voice for Theatre Majors............ 1cr.
- THTR 208: Vocal Health and Wellness for Actors............ 1cr.
- DANC: Jazz 1 ............ 1cr.
- THTR 219: American Musical Theatre............ 3cr.
- THTR 195: Voice and Movement Ensemble............ 1cr.
Spring
- second language 2/2 ............ 3cr.
- Lit and Moral Imagination............ 3cr.
- THTR 206: Theatre History II/Writing Flag............ 3cr.
- THTR 196: Musical Theatre Studio and THTR 197: Voice for Theatre Majors............ 1cr.
- THTR 209: Hearing for Musical Theatre Actor............ 2cr.
- DANC: Jazz 2 ............ 1cr.
- THTR 232: Advanced Musical Theatre............ 3cr.
- THTR 199: Theatre Performance Workshop............ 1cr.
Fall
- Science Elective ............ 3cr.
- Math Perspectives............ 3cr.
- THTR 196: Music Theatre Studio and THTR 197: Voice for Theatre Majors............ 1cr.
- DANC: Tap 1 ............ 1cr.
- THTR 250: Alexander Technique............ 1cr.
- THTR 211: Script Analysis............ 3cr.
- Acting II ............ 3cr.
- THTR 195: Voice and Movement Ensemble............ 1cr.
Spring
- Natural Science Elective............ 3cr.
- Philosophical Perspectives............ 3cr.
- Diversity Elective............ 3cr.
- THTR 196: Musical Theatre Studio and THTR 197: Voice for Theatre Majors............ 1cr.
- DANC: Tap 2 ............ 1cr.
- THTR 250: Alexander Technique............ 1cr.
- THTR 198: Theatre Technology Workshop............ 1cr.
- Theology Elective............ 3cr.
Fall
- Humanities Elective............ 3cr.
- Quantitative Flag............ 3cr.
- THTR 196: Musical Theatre Studio and THTR 197: Voice for Theatre Majors............ 1cr.
- DANC: Dance Elective 1 ............ 1cr.
- THTR 199: Theatre Performance Workshop............ 1cr.
- General Elective ............ 3cr.
- General Elective............ 1cr.
Spring
- ER&S Elective............ 3cr.
- THTR 460: Senior MT Thesis ............ 1cr.
- THTR 196: Musical Theatre Studio and THTR 197: Voice for Theatre Majors............ 1cr.
- DANC: Dance Elective 2............ 1cr.
- THTR 199: Theatre Performance Workshop............ 1cr.
- General Elective............ 3cr.
- General Elective............ 3cr.
Exciting Career Opportunities
Theatrical Design (lights, sound, set, costumes, video), Director, Actor (stage, film, tv, commercials), Stage Manager, Producer (theatre, film, tv), Talent Management, Education, Sales, Public Relations, Advertising, Marketing, Communications Specialist, Broadcaster, Project Management, Event Management, Realty, Authors, Health Care, Fundraising
THTR 196: Musical Theatre Studio
This recurring course offers musical theatre majors the opportunity to meet and interact with each other in a studio setting, under the guidance of a musical director and musical theatre stage director. Weekly meetings will be used to work and hone musical theatre acting and singing techniques, develop musical theatre repertoire as an ensemble, work on individual performance opportunities, and workshop with professional theatre artists.
THTR 208: Vocal Health and Wellness for Actors
Utilizing examples from and exercises based upon musical theatre repertoire, teaches techniques for keeping the vocal instrument healthy, reducing vocal and overall stress and managing external factors such as performance anxiety. Presents a detailed look at vocal anatomy to foster a cross-genre approach to healthy, life-long singing.
THTR 209: Musicianship for Actors
This course will develop competency for musical theatre actors in music reading, critical listening, analytical understanding of the tonal language of musical theatre and fundamental keyboard skills to develop aural competencies.
A caBellas
These singers are a close-knit group of students who love performing a cappella music on and off campus. They sing a variety of songs ranging from old classics to pop music.
All-Inclusive Dance Club
This club is perfect for those looking for a casual environment to move creatively and learn or practice basic combinations or dance practices. XUDC practices all styles of dance including contemporary, ballet, jazz, tap, folk, and we are open to more.
Harmon-X
Harmon-X is an a cappella group who's mission is to bring high-quality music to campus and beyond. Members practice three times a week for performances on campus and within the Cincinnati community.
Hip Hop Collective
The Hip Hop Collective is a club dedicated to promoting cultural awareness of Hip Hop by educating members on its fundamental elements and rich historical foundation. We represent a social gathering of individuals dedicated to the pursuit and creative expression of this artform.
Don't Tell Anna
Don't Tell Anna (DTA) is an improvisational comedy group of Xavier University students that aim to provide quality entertainment to both on-campus and off campus audiences. At Xavier, DTA performs in shows that provide a free, late-night alternative to students looking to have fun and enjoy themselves on-campus.
Singers
This club provides an outlet for students who wish to sing, dance and perform beside a student band. Xavier Singers exists as a professional experience for students to practice and perform their singing and dancing talents, play music in a live band, choreograph dance numbers, and arrange/teach vocal numbers.
Toolbox
Toolbox is a student-led improvisation comedy troupe sponsored by the Xavier Theatre program. Featuring both long and short-form improvisation techniques, Toolbox performs multiple times throughout each semester.
XU Live
XU Live is a live performance club that strives to support student performers at Xavier University and create a platform for bi-monthly open mic live performances in the heart of campus: Gallagher Student Center.
Program Features
Study with Tony Award-winners and artistic directors, and collaborate with NYC's Fault Line Theatre on play development.
Participate in Xavier Theatre's eight-show season and even land leading roles as a first year student. Plus, build a professional website to launch your career.
Rooted in Jesuit values, our program empowers musical theatre artists to not only master their craft but also to use their talents to inspire, engage and serve the world through powerful storytelling.
Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, a city with a vibrant arts scene, you'll have access to internships, performances and partnerships with local arts organizations.
Curious about life as a theatre student at Xavier? Our FAQ page covers everything you need to know! From double-majoring and auditioning as a freshman to our supportive community and hands-on production opportunities.
Join the Blob Squad as they dive into the exciting world of theater! See what happens when they try their hand at acting, stagecraft and more.
Musical Theatre Program at Xavier University
Home to a passionate and talented group of students, faculty, staff and theatre professionals, Xavier University's Theatre program creates practical experiences and professional collaborations within its Theatre, Musical Theatre and Theatre Education degrees. With a fundamental focus on offering student opportunities, Xavier Theatre offers a dynamic and diverse production season of musicals, dramas and comedies, working with some of the most outstanding directors and designers across the country.
Xavier University’s College of Arts and Sciences challenges students to develop an integrated understanding of humanity, the world, and God by pursuing the questions raised in Xavier's core and departmental curricula. The College of Arts and Sciences is the oldest and largest college at Xavier University. The college provides an excellent liberal arts education in the Jesuit tradition that prepares students for careers, professional or graduate school, and life in a global society.
Xavier University is a private university located in Cincinnati, Ohio, providing a liberal arts education in the Jesuit Catholic tradition. Founded in 1831, the University is the sixth-oldest Catholic university in the nation. It has been ranked among the top 10 master's-level universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report for the past two decades. The Princeton Review names it one of the "Best 385 Colleges in America."