Musical Theatre Major (BFA) | Samford University

Earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Musical Theatre at Samford University. Hone your acting, singing, and dancing skills through rigorous training and performance opportunities, preparing for a successful career in musical theater.

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Musical Theatre

Hone your acting, singing and dancing skills through rigorous training and performance opportunities, preparing for a successful career in musical theater.

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Is This Program for Me?

Are you drawn to storytelling through song, movement and drama? Samford’s Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre immerses you in rigorous training across acting, singing and dance—preparing you for professional work on stage or screen. This program is ideal for students seeking a full-time, conservatory-style experience rooted in Christian values, artistic excellence and creative collaboration.

This program is a great fit for students who:

Want a career in musical theatre performance
Are ready for intensive, triple-threat training in music, acting and dance
Value performance, rehearsal and production opportunities from day one
Thrive in a demanding program that balances artistry with intentional mentoring

View the guidelines for the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre.

What Makes Us Different?

The BFA in Musical Theatre at Samford integrates professional training with spiritual and intellectual growth, giving you the technical skills and creative character to shine onstage.

Interdisciplinary Curriculum

Rigorous coursework in singing, acting and dance

Mainstage Productions

Recent shows include Urinetown, A Christmas Carol, Little Women, 1776, Children of Eden, Nice Work if You Can Get It, Pretty Funny, On the Town, Jane Eyre, Bat Boy and the Wizard of Oz.

International Exposure

Perform at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and study abroad in London

Internships & Partnerships

Real-world experience through regional theatre internships in places like Flat Rock, Barter, Lexington Children’s Theatre and Charleston Stage

Shape Your Academic Journey

This BFA is built on a foundation of performance, technique and artistry. You’ll refine your craft through structured classes, specialized training and practical stage experience.

Students Will

Collaborate across production teams and ensemble casts
Audition confidently with strong, polished material
Adapt to musical performance demands on professional stages
Master singing, dance and acting techniques for diverse musical theatre styles

Prepare to Succeed

Samford’s BFA in Musical Theatre prepares students to step confidently into the world of professional performance. Through mainstage roles, studio intensives and real-world experience, graduates develop the artistic, technical and professional tools needed to succeed on stage, on screen or in graduate study. The program’s blend of performance opportunities and mentorship ensures students graduate with polished audition materials, strong resumes and industry awareness.