Course Descriptions
THE 100: Introduction to the Theatre
Understanding and appreciating the arts of the theatre, development of dramatic forms and practices, consideration of the elements of contemporary theatrical practice. Analysis of plays. Attendance at selected play productions required. Gen. Ed. IIIA or VII (AH).
THE 110: Stagecraft
Problems of stagecraft dealing with the scenic process—use of materials, construction and handling of scenery—and basic stage electricity. Lecture and lab.
THE 130: Theatre Arts Practicum I
Study and practice of technical production through participation in departmental productions. May be retaken to a maximum of three hours.
THE 135: Acting I
Investigation and practice of the fundamentals in the acting process. Course work will include physical and mental preparation for the actor, improvisation, and beginning scene work.
THE 150: Improvement of Voice and Articulation
Basic theory and speech production; phonetic and vocal drills for improvement of voice and articulation; adapted to students’ individual speech needs.
THE 200: Theatrical Makeup
Techniques in application and design of stage makeup, both straight and character.
THE 210: Advanced Stagecraft
A continuation of THE 110 with emphasis on lighting, sound, and properties. Prerequisite: THE 110.
THE 220: Costume Construction
Study and practical experience in garment construction and related costume crafts as used in theatre costume design. 2 Lec/2 Lab.
THE 235: Acting II
Study and practice in analysis, character development and rehearsal as related to scene study; emphasis on twentieth-century acting styles. Prerequisite: THE 135.
THE 280: Acting for Musical Theatre
Study of Musical Theatre as an art form, and an examination of the acting process and how it applies to the musical genre; performance work is included. Prerequisite: THE 135.
THE 285: Theatre Dance I
A beginning course in dance for the stage. Starting with basic work in ballet, jazz and musical theatre styles to develop strength and coordination. The class encompasses center floor work and dance combinations. May be retaken to a maximum of eight hours.
THE 300: Stage Management
An in-depth study of the work and responsibilities of the stage manager in theatrical production. Prerequisites: THE 110 and 235 or departmental approval.
THE 310: Scenic Design
Principles of composition, scale, perspective, and color applied to the stage; production of ground plans, sketches, and models. Prerequisite: THE 110 or instructor approval.
THE 311: Stage Lighting
Examination of theories of lighting with application to the stage, mixed media and dance. Consideration given to color principles, lighting instruments and control equipment. Prerequisite: THE 110 or instructor approval. Lecture and lab.
THE 320: Costume Design
Design and execution of theatrical costumes with emphasis on originality, color and line. Attention given to costumes of various periods and styles.
THE 330: Theatre Arts Practicum II
Continuation of THE 130. May be retaken to a maximum of three hours. Prerequisite: THE 130 or departmental approval.
THE 335: Acting III
Advanced study and rehearsal in verse drama, concentrating on language and action analysis, and character development for performance; emphasis on Shakespearean scripts. Prerequisites: THE 135; THE 235 or departmental approval.
THE 340: Audition Workshop
Study and practice in theatrical auditioning, resume creation and actor’s self-presentation; performance workshop in approach. May be retaken to a maximum of four hours. Prerequisite: instructor approval.
THE 341: Directing
An introduction to the principles of play directing. Study of play selection and analysis, characterization, composition, blocking, and casting and rehearsal procedures. Prerequisite: THE 235 or instructor approval.
THE 348: Touring Showcase
Creation, rehearsal and performance of theatre showcase for student recruitment in the region. Audition for enrollment is required. May be retaken to a maximum of eight hours.
THE 349: Applied Learning in Theatre Arts
Work in placements related to academic studies. One to eight hours credit per semester or summer. Total hours: eight, associate; sixteen, baccalaureate. A
minimum of 80 hours employment required for each semester hour credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
THE 349 A-N: Cooperative Study: Theatre Arts
Work in placements related to academic studies. One to eight hours credit per semester or summer. Total hours: eight, associate; sixteen, baccalaureate. A minimum of 80 hours employment required for each semester hour credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
THE 385: Theatre Dance II
Upper division dance course. Emphasis is placed on technique and polish through more advanced combinations and a greater diversity of styles. Ensemble work, tap, jazz, and partnering will be included. May be retaken to a maximum of eight hours. Prerequisite: THE 285.
THE 390: Theatre History I
Intensive examination of development of theatre from the Greeks to the French Renaissance.
THE 391: Theatre History II
Development of theatre from the English Restoration to the modern period.
THE 430: Dramatic Literature
Survey of the major periods and genres of world dramatic literature, from the Greeks to the present; selected readings from the major playwrights, critics, and theorists. Cross listed as ENG 430. Credit will not be awarded to students who have credit for ENG 430.
THE 435: Acting IV
Advanced study and rehearsal in period styles. Practice in character analysis and technique for performance. Exact course content may vary with instructor or needs
of students. Prerequisites: THE 135; THE 235 or departmental approval.
THE 442: Independent Study in Play Direction
Direction of a studio or major production under faculty guidance. Student must have the independent study proposal form approved by faculty supervisor and department chair prior to enrollment. Prerequisites: THE 341 and departmental approval.
THE 490: Special Topics in Theatre Arts
Presentation of course material of a timely, specialized or topical nature. Specific course orientation will appear beside title. May be retaken to a maximum of nine hours, if the subject matter is different.
THE 495: Senior Seminar
Majors with senior standing only. A capstone experience in theatre. Synthesis of students’ total theatre education as well as creation of a professional resume and correspondence techniques.
THE 499: Independent Study in Theatre Arts
Independent study in theatre production research. May be retaken to a maximum of six hours. Student must have the independent study proposal form approved by faculty supervisor and program coordinator prior to enrollment. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
