Where Acting, Singing, and Dance Come Together
The BFA in Musical Theatre at Fredonia is an intensive, interdisciplinary program that prepares students for professional careers in musical theatre. With expert training in voice, acting, and dance, you’ll develop the skills to succeed on stage and beyond. Through private voice lessons, acting instruction, and dance technique courses, you’ll build a strong foundation while gaining real-world performance experience in musicals, plays, and beyond. Admission to this program is by audition, ensuring a dynamic and dedicated community of performers.
What You’ll Gain:
- Professional Vocal Training – Receive four years of weekly private voice lessons, along with coursework in music theory and piano.
- Acting Mastery – Develop a full range of acting skills, from fundamentals to Shakespeare, scene study, and specialized electives like Meisner and Devising.
- Diverse Dance Training – Train in jazz, tap, and contemporary dance styles to become a well-rounded performer.
- Extensive Performance Opportunities – Take part in fully staged musicals, plays, dance concerts, and operas.
- Collaborative Learning – Work with faculty from both the School of Music and the Department of Theatre and Dance in an interdisciplinary, conservatory-style setting.
- Career Preparation – Graduate with the skills, experience, and confidence to audition and perform professionally in theatre, film, and beyond.
