The Theatre department at Inver Hills offers a wide variety of courses, both practical and theoretical, that will give you the experience and knowledge you need to harness your talent. You can begin by taking introductory film, cinema and theatre courses that teach you how to view and analyze performances. You can follow through by taking practicum courses that provide hands-on learning in essential theatrical areas, including:
- Acting
- Directing
- Oral interpretation of literature
- Set construction
- Scene painting
- Lighting
- Props
- Makeup
- Publicity
- Costuming
- Stage management
- Creative drama for children
The Theatre department features two venues ideally suited for live theatrical performances, the 300-seat Inver Hills Theatre and the more intimate Black Box Theatre. The former features three plays a year, including a children’s play in April for students in area elementary schools. Our students have worked on and performed in numerous college productions, including:
- Frankenstein
- Dracula
- Jesus Christ Superstar
- Twelfth Night
- Cinderella
- Jack and the Beanstalk
- Aladdin
- Harvey
Our instructors bring strong academic credentials and professional experience to the theatre curriculum. Many continue to work on Twin Cities theatrical productions, directing and performing live. Former theatre students have gone on to become respected professional actors, designers and theatrical managers in the metro-area theatre community. Opportunities for both beginners and old hands, including the chance to participate in student-directed productions through Theatre Club, give our department an exciting, interconnected atmosphere.
Degrees
Associate of Fine Arts (A.F.A.),Theatre Transfer Pathway – 60 credits
The Theatre Transfer Pathway A.F.A. offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Fine Arts degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated Theatre bachelor's degree programs at Minnesota State Universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing the pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State Universities* enter the university with junior-year status. All courses in the Transfer Pathway associate degree will directly transfer and apply to the designated bachelor's degree programs in a related field.
The Theatre Pathway consists of the Required Pathway Curriculum, the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC), and electives to bring your credit total to 60 credits
* Universities within the Minnesota State system include Bemidji State University; Metropolitan State University; Minnesota State University, Mankato; Minnesota State University Moorhead; Southwest Minnesota State University; St. Cloud State University; and Winona State University.
Coursework Program Planning GuideTheatre Pathway Curriculum – 20 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
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Required courses - 8 credits | ||
THTR 1105 | Introduction to Theatre (Goal 6a) | 3 cr |
THTR 2152 | Script Analysis (Goal 6a) | 3 cr |
THTR 1161 | Theatre Activities1 | 1 cr |
Restricted Theatre Electives - 3-6 credits Complete at least 3 and no more than 6 credits |
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THTR 1152 | Acting I (Goal 6a) | 3 cr |
THTR 2154 | Design for the Theatre (Goal 6a) | 3 cr |
Theatre Electives - 6-9 credits Choose from the following courses: |
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THTR 2153 | Acting II (Goal 6a) | 3 cr |
THTR 1157 | Theatre Makeup (Goal 6a) | 3 cr |
THTR 1161 | Theatre Activities | 1 cr |
THTR 1158 | Creative Dramatics (Goal 6a) | 3 cr |
MUSC 1144 | Broadway Musicals (Goal 6a, 8) | 3 cr |
ENG 2253 | Shakespeare (Goal 6b) | 3 cr |
Total Credits: | 20 | |
1Course is one credit; must be taken at least twice |
General Electives - 6-12 credits
Electives may be courses numbered 1000 level or higher from any discipline. This may include additional courses from Theatre or the MnTC. Examples of non-MnTC courses that may be taken include the following disciplines: ACCT, BUS, CS, CRDV, EDU, EMS, ENGR, HLTH, HSER, ITC, PA and PE.
Additional General Education Requirements – 28-34 credits
The Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) requires a minimum of 40 credits, some of which will be satisfied by the required pathway curriculum. You must complete the MnTC courses that are specifically designated below. You may choose the other courses from each goal area from the list located at: inverhills.edu/MnTC
To streamline your degree, you are encouraged to choose MnTC Goal 1-6 courses that also meet MnTC Goal areas 7-10.
Goal | Details | Courses Needed |
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Goal 1 | Communication
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3 courses |
Goal 2 | Critical Thinking Satisfied by First Year Experience course or MnTC completion |
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Goal 3 | Natural Science (1 with lab)
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2 courses |
Goal 4 | Mathematical/Logical Reasoning
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1 course |
Goal 5 | History/Social Sciences/Behavioral Sciences (Include courses from at least two disciplines; recommend Psychology and Sociology courses)
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3 courses |
Goal 6 | Humanities/Fine Arts/Literature
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3 courses |
Goal 7 | Human Diversity
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1 course |
Goal 8 | Global Perspectives
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1 course |
Goal 9 | Ethical and Civic Responsibility
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1 course |
Goal 10 | People and the Environment
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1 course |
Total Credits: | 28-34 |
Recommended Full-Time Course Of Study
Note: Not all courses will be available every semester. For a complete list of Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area course choices, please visit: www.inverhills.edu/MnTC
Semester 1 - 15-16 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
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THTR 1105 | Intro to Theatre (Goal 6a) | 3 cr |
THTR 1152 OR THTR 2154 |
Acting I OR Design for the Theatre (Goal 6a) |
3 cr |
THTR 1161 | Theatre Activities | 1 cr |
First Year Experience Course (Goal 2) | 1-2 cr | |
ENG 1108 | Writing & Research Skills (Goal 1a, 2) | 4 cr |
COMM 1100 OR COMM 1110 OR COMM 2230 |
Interpersonal Communication (Goal 1, 7) OR Public Speaking (Goal 1, 2) OR Small Group Communication (Goal 1, 2) |
3 cr |
Total Credits: | 15-16 |
Semester 2 - 15 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Restricted THTR elective OR THTR Elective |
3 cr | |
MnTC Goal 6b/8 | THTR 1103 Recommended | 3 cr |
THTR 1161 | Theatre Activities | 1 cr |
ENG 1111 OR
ENG 1114 OR ENG 1130 |
Research Writing (Goal 1b) OR
The Research Paper OR Writing & Research for the Professions |
2-3 cr |
MnTC Goal 4 | 3-4 cr | |
HLTH 1155 | Lifetime Fitness and Wellness (Health/PE) | 2 cr |
Total Credits: | 15 |
Semester 3 - 15-16 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
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THTR Elective | 3 cr | |
MnTC Goal 5/7 | 3 cr | |
MnTC Goal 5/9 | 3 cr | |
MnTC Goal 3a | 3-4 cr | |
General Electives1 | 3 cr | |
Total Credits: | 15-16 |
Semester 4 - 13-15 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
THTR elective | 6 cr | |
MnTC Goal 3b/10 | 3-4 cr | |
MnTC Goal 5 | 3-4 cr | |
General Electives1 | 1-3 cr | |
Total Credits: | 13-15 |
1Electives may be 1000 level courses from any discipline, including additional MnTC Courses. Examples of non-MnTC courses that may be taken include the following disciplines: ACCT, BUS, CS, CRDV, EDU, EMS, ENG, HLTH, HSER, ITC, PA and PE.
Recommended Part-Time Course Of Study
Note: Not all courses will be available every semester. For a complete list of Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area course choices, please visit: www.inverhills.edu/MnTC
Semester 1 - 9-10 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
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THTR 1105 | Intro to Theatre (Goal 6a) | 3 cr |
THTR 1161 | Theatre Activities | 1 cr |
First Year Experience course (Goal 2) | 1-2 cr | |
ENG 1108 | Writing & Research Skills (Goal 1a, 2) | 4 cr |
Total Credits: | 9-10 |
Semester 2 - 10 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
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THTR 1152 OR THTR 2154 |
Acting I OR Design for the Theatre (Goal 6a) |
3 cr |
THTR 1161 | Theatre Activities | 1 cr |
MnTC Goal 4 | 3-4 cr | |
ENG 1111 OR
ENG 1114 OR ENG 1130 |
Research Writing (Goal 1b) OR
The Research Paper OR Writing & Research for the Professions |
2-3 cr |
Total Credits: | 10 |
Semester 3 - 11 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Restricted THTR elective OR THTR Elective |
3 cr | |
COMM 1100 OR COMM 1110 OR COMM 2230 |
Interpersonal Communication (Goal 1, 7) OR Public Speaking (Goal 1, 2) OR Small Group Communication (Goal 1, 2) |
3 cr |
MnTC Goal 6b/8 | THTR 1103 Recommended | 3 cr |
HLTH 1155 | Lifetime Fitness and Wellness (Health/PE) | 2 |
Total Credits: | 11 |
Semester 4 - 9-10 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
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THTR Elective | 3 cr | |
MnTC Goal 5/7 | 3 cr | |
MnTC Goal 3a | 3-4 cr | |
Total Credits: | 9-10 |
Semester 5 - 9 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
MnTC Goal 5/9 | 3 cr | |
General Electives1 | 1-3 cr | |
THTR elective | 3 cr | |
Total Credits: | 9 |
Semester 6 - 10-12 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
THTR elective | 3 cr | |
MnTC Goal 3b/10 | 3-4 cr | |
MnTC Goal 5 | 3-4 cr | |
General Electives1 | 1-3 cr | |
Total Credits: | 10-12 |
1 Electives may be 1000 level courses from any discipline, including additional MnTC Courses. Examples of non-MnTC courses that may be taken include the following disciplines: ACCT, BUS, CS, CRDV, EDU, EMS, ENG, HLTH, HSER, ITC, PA and PE.