Musical Theatre (BFA)

Webster University

Webster University’s Sargent Conservatory of Theatre Arts trains our future colleagues to become visionaries, creators, and leaders in the next generation of theatre professionals. Webster University offers an intense four-year actor's training program leading to a BFA degree in acting or musical theatre. Both performance programs are based on a block of courses called the Conservatory. Complementing this program, musical theatre students take music and dance courses, and both acting and musical theatre students complete elective liberal arts courses that balance the curriculum and provide a well-rounded education.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of their training, students in the Sargent Conservatory will be able to: Describe the cultural and historical context for theatrical practice, Hone strong analytical, research, organizational, and technical skills for the creation and/or performance of theatre, Apply skills (outcome # 2) to the production and performance of theatre encompassing a variety of styles with creativity and competence, Model positive and effective leadership, clear communication, and collaboration to work well with others, Assess power relationships and biases within the arts and society, past and present, and work to promote equity and justice through theatre via classwork and production.

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