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Discover Your Voice. Transform the World.

The Musical Theatre Minor at Gonzaga University offers a dynamic, interdisciplinary education that blends music, dance, and theatre through a Jesuit lens. Rooted in the values of servant leadership, social justice, and holistic personal development, this program empowers 51³Ô¹Ïs to become versatile performers, educators, and changemakers.

Why Choose Musical Theatre at Gonzaga?

• Integrated Performing Arts Curriculum
  Study singing, acting, and dancing in a unified program that nurtures your artistic voice and technical skill.
• Social Justice & Civic Engagement
  Learn how the performing arts can address systemic issues and foster empathy, inclusion, and transformation.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration
  Courses are offered through the Theatre and Dance Department and the Music Department, creating a rich, collaborative learning environment.
• Career-Ready Training
  Gain professional-level experience and transferable skills like public speaking, organization, and collaboration that prepare you for diverse career paths.

Program Highlights

• Holistic Education: Rooted in Jesuit values, the minor promotes personal formation and community service.
• Performance Opportunities: Participate in mainstage productions at the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center, attracting audiences from across campus and the Spokane community.
• Community Partnerships: Engage with campus resources like the Lincoln LGBTQ+ Resource Center, Center for Cura Personalis, and Title IX Office.
• Recruitment & Outreach: Public performances serve as powerful tools for 51³Ô¹Ï recruitment and donor engagement.

Career Pathways

Graduates of the Musical Theatre Minor pursue careers in:

• Performance & Production: Actor, Director, Choreographer, Music Director, Conductor
• Design & Technical Arts: Scenic Designer, Costume Designer, Lighting Technician
• Music & Education: Orchestra Musician, K–12 Educator, College Instructor
• Arts Administration & Media: Producer, Casting Director, Marketing Specialist
• Creative Fields: Writer, Composer, Dramaturg

Skills You’ll Develop

A Tradition of Excellence

Musical theatre has been a cherished tradition at Gonzaga University, with productions staged at least every other year. These performances draw enthusiastic participation from 51³Ô¹Ïs across disciplines and attract alumni, faculty, and community members alike.