Musical Theatre Performance
About the Program
Perform with Confidence
The Musical Theatre Performance Certificate is an audition-only program designed for theatre and music majors to develop skills in acting, singing, and dance. This certificate prepares students for careers as performers in the musical theatre industry while complementing their primary degree in music or theatre.
Just the Facts
Total Credit Hours:
20 Hours
Delivery Format:
On Campus
Completion Time:
2 years (full-time)
Academic Unit:
Schwob School of Music
Additional Resources
Program Highlights
Your Academic Experience
- Students complete 20 credit hours through a mix of dance fundamentals, ballet, jazz, modern dance, and musical theatre performance courses
- Theatre students gain applied vocal instruction and ensemble experience
- Music students take acting courses to strengthen stage presence and performance skills
- Students attend musical theatre history and convocation courses to deepen their understanding of the art form
What Can You Do With This Degree?
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Admission Requirements
Your Pathway to CSU
Program-Specific Admission Requirements
Each concentration may have its own specific requirements. View each program above.
Institutional Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet our institutional admissions requirements to be accepted into Columbus State University.
