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DANCE 426

Music Dance Theatre: Senior Performance Project

Dance College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

Participation in an MDT performance group culminating in a showcase for agents and directors in New York City during April.

When Taught

Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 11: P, T, E, I (Pass-fail grade rule with a T option)

Min

1

Fixed

1

Fixed

0

Fixed

6

Other Prerequisites

BFA Acting or MDT status and instructor's consent; concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 426 and TMA 426. By audition only. Must have applied for graduation.

Title

Master Classes

Learning Outcome

Students will experience Master Classes from working Broadway professionals.

Title

Networking

Learning Outcome

Students will establish professional contacts that will aid them in making the transition from the adademic to the professional world of theatre.

Title

Marketability

Learning Outcome

Students will recognize their types and marketability within the entertainment industry.

Title

Professional Feedback

Learning Outcome

Students will audition for and receive feedback from industry professionals in two markets.

Title

Audition/ Showcase

Learning Outcome

Students will experience an audition/showcase situation in two entertainment markets.

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Personal CV/Bio

Learning Outcome

Students will have professioanlly produced personal promotional material on hand.

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Preparation

Learning Outcome

Students will have several performance ready audition selections prepared.