TH 475

TH 475 facilitates awareness and implementation of the practical considerations and effective business practices useful in building a career in musical theater. Students access and evolve their skills in collaboration, devising, improvisation, organization, and problem solving to create an actionable business plan, as well as developing the habits and skills necessary to pursue work, initiate and maintain creative relationships, market one’s skills, and establish a sustainable career. Emphasis will be on local as well as national work in musical theater, the breadth of opportunities from cabaret and burlesquer to regional theater, and application of theater skills to “soft skills” used in business. This class will also connect students with casting directors, agents, internship opportunities and other resources. TH 475 is taught in conjunction with professional development programming at the 5th Avenue Theatre and other local companies. The course also provides preparation and skill-building for self-production necessary for the presentation of a senior thesis production.