Course Descriptions

An introduction to the musical theatre repertoire and the singing, dancing and acting skills necessary for performance.

Students will continue the exploration of the Musical Theatre repertoire that was begun in MUTH 116. This course emphasizes vocal skills and presentation, with an element of dance and choreography.

This course will survey the roots of musical theatre, from theatre's origins through to the modern American musical. Highlighted theatrical developments will be explored in the context of historical, political, social, and/or cultural themes.

This course is designed to teach the basic techniques of ballet, jazz and tap through a series of exercises and choreographed numbers.

This course is a continuation of MUTH 170 with more emphasis on the integration of performance techniques.

This course acknowledges the theatre skills which are learned during practical work on productions. Students in the Musical Theatre program will take part in a concert style production of a musical, performed in the Arbutus Studio at the end of term.

This course acknowledges the theatre skills which are learned during practical work on productions. This practical application of the techniques learned throughout the previous terms will culminate in a production. Students will prepare a cabaret show consisting of five songs with patter, which will be performed at the end of term in the Arbutus Studio Theatre.

An introduction to the acting techniques and technical skills needed to perform on camera.

A continuation of MUTH 210.

A continuation of the exploration of musical theatre repertoire. Styles may include Operetta, Golden Age, Pop/Rock, or Contemporary and will be explored using the physical and vocal styles required for this type of performance.

A continuation of the exploration of musical theatre repertoire, with an emphasis on more complicated techniques. Styles may include Operetta, Golden Age, Pop/Rock, or Contemporary and will be explored using the physical and vocal styles required for this type of performance.

The goal of this course is to continue to learn and expand the techniques begun in Dance I and II and to move into more complicated and varied styles and combinations.

In this course the student will continue to learn and expand the dance techniques begun in Dance I, II, and III. Basic choreography building skills will also be introduced.

This capstone course prepares students for the Graduation Showcase, which is a culmination of their training to date. The final performance will serve as an introduction to professional industry members and will provide students with an opportunity to start their careers.

This course consists of two components: a Play Project and a Choreography/Dance Project. Musical Theatre students will take part in both which will include a final performance(s).

This course acknowledges the acting skills which are learned during rehearsals and practical work on theatre productions. Musical Theatre students will take part in a fully realized stage production.

An advanced acting course required for work on the stage and in front of the camera. Students will experience studio training and projects which are designed to improve their technique in stage and screen acting. Embodiment, presence, specificity and authenticity are considered to be key terms in the evaluation of this work.

Continued exploration of more complex musical theatre repertoire, with an emphasis on advanced technique in acting, singing and dancing. Students will add a variety of songs to their expanding repertoire and will perform them in master class format. Students may perform at a variety of events in the outside community to increase their personal and social responsibility through civic engagement.

To continue the exploration of Musical Theatre repertoire from MUTH 316, with an emphasis on advanced technique, harmonies and choreography. Students will add different styles of music to their expanding repertoire, and will continue to build upon their audition book. At the end of the term, students will showcase their solo repertoire and their ensemble choreography in a public setting in order to allow theatre professionals to view their work. This term end performance will form part of their final mark.

This course will further the development of general vocal skills and advanced musicianship. Students will review and improve upon their ensemble skills, sight reading and advanced harmony. In addition to the ensemble study, students will work on musical expectations of an audition: sight reading of solo repertoire, and small ensemble (quartet/sextet).

Musical Theatre students will further develop their solo vocal performance skills in both live and recorded content through voice over, animation, contemporary music and musical theatre styles.

Students will experience studio training and projects which are designed to improve alignment, breath capacity, vocal power, articulation and the exploration of various dialects. Embodiment, presence, specificity and authenticity are considered to be key terms in the evaluation of this work.

This course will enable Musical Theatre students to continue the progress of their skill development in dance. Students will explore industry ready techniques including preparing for vigorous dance rehearsals and performances. More audition experiences in a wide variety of styles/genres and formats will also be included.

This course is a continuation of MUTH 370, and will enable Musical Theatre students to further continue their skill development to a more advanced level. Students will practice and integrate industry ready techniques in preparation for intensive rehearsals, performances and auditions.