What is theatre?
Pursue your passion for the performing arts with the theatre minor. Learn about the history and literature of theatre, as well as performing arts skills, design and theatre technology. Tailor the minor to your interests with courses in acting, dance, voice, playwriting, directing, arts administration, stagecraft, puppetry, theatre education and musical theatre. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in full-scale theatrical productions offered by our department. Combine the theatre minor with any degree, or major in another theatre or dance option, literature, art, music or business to enhance your career opportunities or future studies.
Why study theatre at UNH?
In addition to our award-winning faculty, the UNH Department of Theatre and Dance offers various performance opportunities every year in musicals, plays and dance concerts, including student productions. You’ll enjoy opportunities for independent study, and you’ll be eligible to apply for R.E.A.C.H.—financial assistance provided to students who participate in internships with professional theatre or dance organizations. Students can also take part in the January Term study-abroad program which offers a 10-day experience of London theatre as well as gaining insights into politics and societal issues.
Potential career areas
- Acting
- Arts organizations
- Company management
- Corporate HR program development
- Directing
- Set design
- Teaching
- Theatre music
- Writing
- Youth programming
Curriculum & Requirements
Pursue your passion for the performing arts with the Theatre Minor. Learn about the history and literature of theatre, as well as performing arts skills, design and theatre technology. Tailor the minor to your interests with courses in acting, dance, voice, playwriting, directing, arts administration, stagecraft, puppetry, theatre education and musical theatre. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in full-scale theatrical productions offered by our department. Combine the Theatre Minor with any degree, or major in another theatre or dance option, literature, art, music or business to enhance your career opportunities or future studies. In addition to our award-winning faculty, the UNH Department of Theatre and Dance offers various performance opportunities every year in musicals, plays and dance concerts, including student productions. Students can also take part in the January Term study-abroad program, which offers a 10-day experience of London theatre and insights into politics and societal issues.
Contact Szu-Feng Chen, (603) 862-4445.
Academic policies related to Minors.
No more than 8 credits may be used to satisfy both major and minor requirements.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Requirements | ||
| THDA 442 | Introduction to the Art of Acting | 4 |
| or THDA 460 | Elements of Design | |
| Select 4 credits of the Theory/History courses in the General Theatre Major Requirements | 4 | |
| Select 4 credits of the Design/Theatre Technology courses in the General Theatre Major Requirements | 4 | |
| Select 8 credits of any THDA course | 8 | |
| Total Credits | 20 | |
