Physical Theatre
Physical theater has recently enjoyed a renaissance. Dozens of theaters now specialize in physical theater performance, which has created a need for training programs. Internationally there are a number of undergraduate training programs for the physical theater artist, but Coastal Carolina University offers one of the only BFA concentrations in Physical Theatre in the United States.
BFA Theatre Arts, Physical Theatre concentration
Experiential Opportunities

Study Abroad
(photo taken in Arezzo, Italy)

Student-Devised Productions

Guest Artists and Workshops
Facilities

Wheelwright Auditorium

TAPS Theatre Workshop

Edwards Theatre
Courses
Foundations
(8 Courses)
THEA 100 - Common Hour
THEA 130 - Principles of Dramatic Analysis
THEA 150 - Acting I
THEA 154 - Introduction to Costuming
THEA 155 - Stagecraft
THEA 361 - Theatre History and Literature I
THEA 362 - Theatre History and Literature II
THEA 425 - World Dramatic Literature
Major Requirements
(11 Courses)
THEA 160 - Acting | Studio
THEA 242 - Vocal Production for the Actor
THEA 245 - Introduction to Physical Theatre
THEA 250 - Acting II
THEA 260 - Acting II Studio
THEA 372 - Movement for the Actor
THEA 445 - Physical Theatre Studio
THEA 462 - Dramatic Theory and Criticism
THEA 472 - Movement for the Actor II
THEA 495A - Theatre Internship
THEA 495B - Theatre Internship
Electives
(4 Courses)
ENGL - 311 Topics in Shakespeare
THEA 114 - Fudamentals of Dance
THEA 174 - Ballet I
THEA 175 - Jazz I
THEA 176 - Tap I
THEA 230 - Complete Stage Makeup
THEA 274 - Ballet II
THEA 276 - Jazz II
THEA 277 - Tap Dance II
THEA 288 - Directing I: The Directors Vision
THEA 321 Q* - Applied Theatre
THEA 323 Q* - Topics in Applied Theatre
THEA 329 - Stage Managment
THEA 331 - Introduction to Playwriting
THEA 333 - Introduction to Dramaturgy
THEA 342 Q - Voice and Speech
THEA 350 - Acting III
THEA 364 - Acting III Studio
THEA 368 - Acting for the Camera
THEA 442 - Actors Voice Lab
THEA 450 - Acting IV
THEA 460 - Acting IV Studio
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Student and Alumni Work
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Application Requirements
» Digital Audition (Deadline: January 15, 2023)
» Application
» $45 Application Fee
» Official Transcripts (Highschool, Secondary School, or Previous College)
» SAT/ACT Test Scores (optional)
For International Students
» Proof of English Proficiency (ESL Students)
» Passport
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