COURSE CURRICULUM

The BFA Acting program at Texas State University is a four-year, conservatory-style, sequence-based program designed to help students fully develop as actors while also preparing them to become adaptable professionals in a constantly evolving industry. The curriculum is highly structured and progressive, beginning in the freshman year with foundational training in acting, voice, movement, and theatre activities, along with an introduction to theatrical design. In the sophomore year, students deepen their skills through courses in realism, characterization, improvisation, and advanced voice and movement techniques, including dialect work. The junior year focuses on expanding performance abilities and artistic understanding through physical acting, theatre history, stage combat, and acting for television and film, helping students gain versatility across different performance mediums. By the senior year, students transition into professional-level preparation, studying directing, Shakespeare, dramatic theory, and advanced screen acting, along with courses focused on the business side of acting and career readiness. Throughout the program, there is a strong emphasis on continuous skill development, discipline, and artistic growth, ensuring students build confidence, creativity, and technical expertise. The program also highlights the importance of developing students not only as performers but as global citizens, equipping them with critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability. Its location near major artistic hubs in Central Texas further enhances opportunities for exposure, networking, and real-world experience. Overall, the program combines rigorous training with professional preparation, enabling graduates to pursue careers in theatre, film, television, and related creative industries with a strong foundation and industry awareness.