There is no formal department attendance requirement for the 2023/2024 production season. Each instructor is encouraged to make decisions about requiring or encouraging attendance at department productions based on the learning outcomes for their course(s).
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Faculty are encouraged to include information in course syllabi to help students take advantage of the department’s production season and access discounted tickets. The range of options in sample syllabi statements below provides template language for instructors who intend to require productions as well as for instructors who simply want to encourage attendance.
Faculty requiring student attendance should determine their own method for verification (photo prior or after the event, short writing prompt, quiz, etc.). Please note that photography and videography is strictly prohibited in the theatre spaces during performances.
Sample syllabi language:
Required Attendance Option
This course requires students to attend Department of Theatre and Dance productions as part of the 2023/2024 season. Information on discounted tickets for major and non-major students can be found at: theatredance.utexas.edu/discounted-student-tickets. Students with questions or concerns related to ticketing or attending performances as part of this requirement should first contact their instructor to discuss available options.
Students interested in attending shows for free by participating in our volunteer usher program or in applying for paid positions as part of our front of house team may request more information by emailing tadticketing@austin.utexas.edu
Encouraged Attendance Option
Students in this course are encouraged to attend Department of Theatre and Dance productions to enhance course content. Information about discounted student tickets for major and non-major students can be found at: theatredance.utexas.edu/discounted-student-tickets
Students interested in attending shows for free by participating in our volunteer usher program or in applying for positions as part of our front of house team may request more information by emailing tadticketing@austin.utexas.edu
