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Mark-Anthony Zuniga, Senior Academic Advisor: TD_Advising@austin.utexas.edu
Winship Drama Building (WIN) 1.118
Which Theatre and Dance courses may be available to non-majors?
A limited number of Theatre and Dance courses are open to non-Theatre and Dance majors. Courses that read “open” typically have some seats reserved for majors and some for non-majors. Courses marked with an asterisk (*) are designed specifically for non-majors.
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T D 357T Topics in History, Criticism and Performance Studies (some sections require instructor consent)
Topics may include Writing for Black Performance, Confronting LGBTQ Oppression, The American Musical.
How do find out more about the content of a course?
Additional info for some courses may be found by reviewing the course syllabi from previous semesters.
How do I register for Theatre and Dance courses open to non-majors?
You may register for open T D courses via the online registration system when you register for your other courses. Please note that the demand for our non-majors' classes is extremely high. Course options vary each semester.
I tried to register for a class that reads as open but it gives me an error message, what do I do?
Courses that read as open have some seats reserved for majors and some for non-majors. If you attempt to register and receive an error message, then the remaining seats are only for current T&D majors. You may add yourself to the waitlist, if available. Unused seats will be released by the first day of classes.
The course I want is listed as closed, will there be a waitlist option?
It could be that the course will not have a waitlist or the waitlist is full. Keep checking the course schedule for changes.
How do I add myself to a waitlisted course?
To be offered a waitlist option, you must be enrolled in at least one other course, then try to add the T D course. You'll receive an error message, then the option to add to a waitlist should appear. Please review the other requirements on the Office of the Registrar’s page on Using Waitlists or speak with your Advisor.
I found a course listed as open, but it has prerequisites listed in the course description, what do I do?
Prerequisites are not enforced for T D courses listed as "open". Feel free to add the course to your schedule if a seat is available.
May I take a dance class beyond the beginner level that is listed as reserved to majors?
You may attend a Dance Placement class for T D 322C - Contemporary Technique and/or T D 322F - Ballet Technique. Dance placement classes are held during the first week of classes each fall and spring semester. Students should review the course schedule and contact the specific course instructor for placement class dates.
The dance placement class only determines the appropriate level of instruction for each individual student. It does not guarantee placement into reserved dance classes. If seats are available, non-majors may register for the course once the restriction has been lifted. Information detailing audition specifics can be found online.
How can I obtain permission to get into reserved Theatre and Dance courses?
The majority of reserved T D courses won't be available to non-majors. Receiving instructor consent doesn't guarantee a seat. Please contact Mark-Anthony Zuniga, the department Academic Advisor, during the beginning of fall/spring semesters to inquire about a specific "open; reserved" course.
May I audit a Theatre and Dance course for no course credit?
Due to the participatory nature of the majority of Theatre and Dance courses, auditing is not an option. Only lecture based courses may be audited, if seats are available during the first week of classes. Please review the General Information Catalog for instructions on auditing a course.
Can I be added to a Theatre and Dance course after the fourth day of classes?
From Registration to 4th day of classes, you must follow the waitlist. Students who do not attend the first class meeting may be dropped from the class.
From 5th to 12th day of classes, contact the instructor of the OPEN course to find out if late adds are permitted. Receiving consent doesn't guarantee a seat in the course due to class size limitations.
If consent is received, please change the subject line to Spring 2024 Late Add, then forward the email along with the information listed below to TD_Advising@austin.utexas.edu.
*Your First & Last Name
*Your EID
*TD course to be added (TD 3XX Title of course, Unique #XXXXX, Instructor Name)
*Course & Unique number of course to be dropped, if needed
Can I minor in Theatre or Dance?
While some colleges at UT might allow you to declare a minor in Theatre and/or Dance, the Department of Theatre and Dance does not offer a transcript-recognized minor.It is the student’s responsibility to identify courses available to them as non-majors that fulfill the requirements of their own college. These students should meet with an Academic Advisor in the college in which they are currently enrolled to discuss how to complete a minor for their particular degree plan.
The College of Fine Arts offers transcript-recognized minors in Arts Management & Administration, Art History and Studio Art. More information can be found online.
Can non-majors audition for Theatre and Dance productions?
At this time, only current Theatre and Dance majors may audition for departmental productions. However, non-majors may audition for:
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Most New Works Festival shows - The New Works Festival takes place during the spring semesters of every odd year. Auditions for the Spring 2025 festival shows may take place around January 2025. More information can be found online.
Where can I buy discounted student tickets for Theatre and Dance Productions?
Students may purchase discounted tickets online for some of our shows.
Want to get more involved? Join our student volunteer usher program!
All students enrolled at The University of Texas are eligible to join our student usher team (regardless of their major). Apply to be an usher HERE.
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