Music Theatre Performance Certificate
Discover WMU's new Music Theatre Performance Certificate program. Tailored for non-music theatre majors, this 15 credit-hour program unfolds across two summer semesters (May and June) through night classes, combining in-person studio sessions with one online class.
The program has open enrollment and is available for ages 16-116! Classes are also available to take independent of the certificate.
The program offers a practical path to explore and enjoy Music Theatre Performance, providing a solid foundation for your individual needs.
Benefit from a well-rounded curriculum that includes acting, dance, voice, performance analysis, and a music theatre performance workshop. The program will help Â鶹´«Ã½s apply music theatre skills to related majors, as well as provide continuing education for all Â鶹´«Ã½s with an interest in performance.
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Curriculum (15 hours)
15 hours of foundational and core courses focus on required skills:
- Technical singing and repertory
- Technical jazz dance and styles
- Acting
- Performance in music theatre uniting all above disciplines
- Analysis of professional performance
This program is completed over 2 summer terms in night classes.
Summer 1:
Vocal Tech Ensemble (2 credit hours)
Music Theatre Dance Introduction (2 credit hours)
Acting for Musical Text (2 credit hours)
Music Theatre Performance Analysis (1 credit hour)
Summer 2:
Vocal Styles (2 credit hours)
MTP Workshop for Certificate (3 credit hours)
Music Theatre Dance Styles (2 credit hours)