Musical Theatre Minor
Share your gifts and your voice with a minor in musical theatre.
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Tap Into Your Creativity
Combine your love of acting, singing, and dance in the Musical Theatre Minor at Concordia University Irvine. This program gives you the tools and training to perform confidently on stage — integrating technical skill, artistic expression, and storytelling grounded in faith.
You’ll study ballet, tap, jazz, and modern dance, while also refining your acting and vocal performance. The program encourages collaboration and creativity, helping you grow as both an artist and a communicator. You’ll also gain valuable production experience by participating in Concordia’s live theatre performances, a practicum requirement that puts your skills to work in real shows.
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FAQs
Can you do theatre in college without majoring?
Absolutely. Many students participate in theatre while majoring in other fields. At Concordia, the Musical Theatre Minor allows you to study performance, acting, and dance while pursuing any major. You’ll even have the opportunity to participate in our stage productions!
What degree should I get for musical theatre?
There’s no single degree that guarantees success in musical theatre, but you can build a strong foundation by combining your major with a minor in musical theatre. The program at Concordia blends acting, voice, and movement courses that complement majors such as:
- Business Administration, for those interested in arts management or production
- Liberal Arts, for students exploring creativity within the humanities
Church work programs, for students who want to bring artistry and music to worship leadership
Is studying musical theatre worth it?
If performing is part of who you are, it’s absolutely worth it. A musical theatre minor strengthens your stage presence, vocal range, and confidence — all valuable skills whether you pursue performance professionally or keep it as a lifelong passion. Some students use their training to teach, lead community theatre, or enrich church ministries through music and drama.
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