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The Educational Foundation for the Emerging Musical Theatre Professional
 
 
 



My name is Erich P Covey and I am a student in the MA in Theatre program at the University of Arizona in Tucson. For my masters thesis I am looking at how emerging Musical Theatre professionals are being prepared at the College/University level, and at the expectations Musical Theatre professionals have for performers. From these two “snap-shots,” I hope to determine what higher education programs are doing particularly well and where there might be gaps.

You received this survey because you are a coordinator or knowledgeable faculty member of a Musical Theatre Program at the college/university level. Thirty-six institutions have been selected for this study.

An Institutional Review Board responsible for human subjects research at The University of Arizona reviewed this research project and found it to be acceptable, according to applicable state and federal regulations and University policies designed to protect the rights and welfare of participants in research.

A separate survey is being sent to Musical Theatre Professionals.

This study has been approved by the Institutional Review Board at the University of Arizona.

Here are some things you need to know about your participation:

 Your participation is entirely voluntary.

 You may choose to answer all the questions, some of the questions, or decline participation.

 All of your answers will be anonymous; that is, I am not asking for your name or the name of your institution. No names will be used in this section of the report.

 I do not foresee any risks in your participation. No information collected will be reported to anyone who might have authority over you.

 All data will be maintained in a password secure program, QuestionPro. Data will be destroyed once the thesis is complete.

 There will probably not be any direct benefits to you from your participation except that your answers may cause you to reflect on your program and gain new insights.

 Comments you make in the survey might be quoted in the thesis.

 There is no cost to you except your time—it will take about 45 minutes to complete this form.

Your decision to complete and submit this survey will be interpreted as an indication of your consent to participate.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (520) 461-6623 or [email protected]. You can also obtain further information from my faculty advisor Laura A. McCammon, Ed.D. at (520) 621-8741 [email protected]. If you have questions concerning your rights as a research subject, you may call the University of Arizona Human Subjects Protection Program office at (520) 626-6721.
 
 
 
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Could you please describe the mission and philosophy of your Musical Theatre program?
   
 
 
 
General Theatre Study
 
 
How many classes in theatre history are included as part of the curriculum?
None 1 Class 2 Classes 3 Classes 4 or more Classes
Please select one
 
 
 
Does your program include musical theatre history as part of the curriculum?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
If you answered "yes" above, is musical theater history incorporated as a section in a theatre history course or is it a separate course required as part of the curriculum?
   
 
 
Your undergraduate program incorporates a study of dramatic structure as part of the curriculum.
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
 
 
 
 
Does your undergraduate program have a general education component that is required by the University/College?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
If you answered “yes” above, what are the general education requirements that are included within your curriculum?
   
 
 
 
Please use the space below to provide any additional comments you would like to share regarding both general theatre education and general education included in your curriculum.
   
 
 
 
Program Focus
 
 
Classical, Period acting techniques are a primary focus and required as part of the core curriculum.
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
 
 
 
Approximately how much in-class time each week is devoted to the study of and training in acting techniques?
< 3 Hours 3-8 Hours 8-12 Hours > 12 Hours Not Applicable
 
 
 
Approximately how much time off-campus each week is each student expected to dedicate to the study of and training in acting techniques?
< 3 Hours 3-8 Hours 8-12 Hours > 12 Hours Not Applicable
 
 
 
Individual vocal training is provided to Musical Theatre students.
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
Freshmen
Sophomores
Juniors
Seniors
 
 
Approximately how much time each week is devoted to the study of and training in training in vocal technique?
< 3 Hours 3-8 Hours 8-12 Hours > 12 Hours Not Applicable
In-Class
Off-Campus
 
 
 
Is dance training is included as part of the core curriculum?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
If you answered “yes” to the above question, please select the dance styles from the list below where focused training is provided and indicate how many classes are required versus how many classes are optional.
No. of Required Classes No. of Optional Classes Additional Comments
Ballet
Modern
Jazz
Tap
 
 
If dance is part of the core curriculum how much in-class time each week is devoted to the study of and training in dance techniques?
< 3 Hours 3-8 Hours 8-12 Hours > 12 Hours
 
 
 
Basic music theory and sight singing is part of the undergraduate program.
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
 
 
 
Successful academic achievement (i.e. minimum GPA, demonstration of technical improvement) is required for advancement into: (please check all that apply)
1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year
 
 
 
 
If you indicated above that academic achievement is required, what are the academic requirements to be advanced?
   
 
 
Successful auditions are required for advancement into: (please check all that apply)
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
 
 
 
Performance opportunities in studio or main-stage productions are available to students.
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
1st Year Students
2nd Year Students
3rd Year Students
4th Year Students
 
 
At least one principal and/or supporting role in a main-stage production are offered to all students.
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
1st Year Students
2nd Year Students
3rd Year Students
4th Year Students
 
 
 
Can you please provide additional information regarding your program’s focus and core curriculum requirements?
   
 
 
 
Professional Development Study
 
 
 
Does your undergraduate program provides specialized training in audition techniques and resume construction?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
If you answered “yes” to the above question, what are the course(s) are included in your curriculum?
   
 
 
Your undergraduate program provides internship opportunities to students with professional theatres during their course of study.
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
 
 
 
Your program offers professional seminars, lectures and/or master classes to students during the academic year.
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
 
 
 
Your program provides a showcase of talent, presenting your student’s skills to artistic directors, theatrical agents, casting agents and other industry professionals
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
 
 
 
 
If your program does offer a showcase as part of the curriculum, please provide a brief description of the showcase, the process used to develop each showcase, where the showcase is located and any other information you believe would be beneficial. If your program does not provide a showcase, please include a brief comment as to the program’s philosophy on professional development training for students in your program.
   
 
 
 
Program "Success"
 
 
Your undergraduate program has a measuring system used to measure the “success” of your program, training students to become the next generation of musical theatre performers.
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
 
 
 
Your undergraduate program has a method established to track graduates’ employment.
Not Applicable Low Priority Medium Priority High Priority
 
 
 
What percentage of students move to a theatrical center, such as New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, upon graduating from the program?
< 10% 10-25% 25-50% 50-75% > 75% Not Applicable
 
 
 
What percentage of graduating students have transitioned into a professional career as a performer that serves as their primary source of income/employment?
< 10% 10-25% 25-50% 50-75% > 75% Not Applicable
 
 
 
 
Please provide comments on your program’s definition of success, both as a curriculum and for your students.
   
 
 
 
Program Evolution
 
 
 
In which year did your program become part of study options to students at your institution?
   
 
 
 
How has your program evolved since its inception to adapt to the ever changing needs and demands of the professional musical theatre industry?
   
 
 
 
What does your program currently identify as future trends in the industry? And, how does the faculty seek to incorporate these future trends into the curriculum?
   
 
 
 
Your Personal Input
 
 
 
I would welcome any further comments you may have concerning your program and the topic of educating the emerging musical theatre professionals of tomorrow.
   
 
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