| THR
130 |
TECHNICAL
THEATRE (FA) (3
hours) |
|
The course will study
the fundamentals of stage construction
which includes basic drafting and
construction tools, their application
and safety requirements, construction
materials, scenic effects and the
practical construction of two- and
three-dimensional scenery. Students
will apply their skills on two main
stage productions through the semester.
[Required
Courses] |
| THR
235 |
STAGE
MAKE-UP (1
hour) |
|
The
course examines all areas of stage
make-up and mask construction, providing
skills and techniques used in basic
stage and corrective make-up, character
make-up, and stylized make-up.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
250 |
ACTING (FA) (3
hours) |
|
Designed to give the
student the basic fundamentals of
voice control, disciplined body movement,
and self-expression through physical
presence. Includes
exercises in concentration, adaptation
techniques, improvisation, short
scenes, and monologues. Open
to all students. Check
university calendar for required performance
dates
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
270 |
BASIC
COSTUMING (2
hours) |
|
Costume
history from the Egyptians to contemporary
society. Students will gain a general
knowledge of costume styles and trends.
Instruction will also include basic
sewing skills. The students will
learn and use the basic tools and
materials necessary for sewing as
well as how to operate a sewing machine,
read a pattern, sew on a button,
hook and eye, snap, hem, set in a
zipper and more.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
320 |
MIME (FA) (3
hours) |
|
A
study of non-verbal communication
that will concentrate on the principles
of the illusionist, clown, wandering
minstrel, and juggler. Techniques
and methods from classical mime to
street mime. Open to all students.
Check college calendar for required
performance dates.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
340 |
READERS
THEATRE/SCRIPTING (FA) (3
hours) |
|
Aimed
toward an ordered development of
the expressive powers of the student
through practice in oral interpretation
of literature; analyzing an author's
meaning, responding to it, and communicating
that meaning to an audience. The
course uses forensics and scripting
techniques.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
350 |
PRODUCTION (0-1
hours) |
|
The
course uses the skills, theatrical
techniques, and theories studied
in all theatre classes through the
rehearsal and production of two shows
per semester. This class can be repeated
for credit, (majors must take it
4 times) and allows the student practical
experience on the main stage. This
can also be repeated for non-credit
and will appear on the student's
transcript.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
355 |
ADVANCED
ACTING (FA) (3
hours) |
|
A
study of advanced skills and techniques
in acting that focus on character
study, improvisation, dialects, and
styles in theatre. Both the psychological
and technical approach to analysis
of character are studied. Prerequisite:
THR 250.
[Required
Courses]
|
| FATHR
360 |
YOUR
LIFE IN ART (FA/CS/IS) (3
hours) |
|
This
course provides the student with
the basic knowledge and tools of
play analysis and how it can be
used in their everyday life. Through
play analysis the student learns
to discover the artist’s
point of view in the visual arts,
music, theatre, literature and
themselves. They will discover
the theories behind psychology,
sociology and the sciences that
are at work within the conflict
of a play and art. Ultimately the
student will define art and the
purpose of art in their life and
in the global society. This is
the introductory course in theatre
for theatre majors.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
380 |
CHILDREN'S
THEATRE (FA) (1-3
hours) |
|
A
study of acting and staging that
relate to children's experiences
and literature. A direct application
of the learning results in a touring
production for children. This
class can be repeated for credit. Prerequisite:
THR 250 and consent of the instructor.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
410 |
PLAYWRITING (FA/H) (3
hours) |
|
Principles
of dramatic construction and practice
in the writing of one-act and three-act
plays. Experimental production or
laboratory testing of the written
product when possible. Prerequisite:
FATHR 360 or consent of instructor.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
418 |
THEORY
AND CRITICISM (FA/WCF/H) (3
hours) |
|
A
study of the developments in theatre
from the Greeks to the modern world
with special interest given to contemporary
theories in experimental theatre,
film, and TV. The study will follow
the value systems through the ages.
Prerequisite: FATHR 360.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
419 |
THEATRE
HISTORY (FA/CS/WCF/H) (3
hours) |
|
The
study of theatre in the western world
from its primitive origins through
the Greek, Roman, Medieval, Renaissance,
Restoration, 18th and 19th Century Drama, and modern periods
of the theatre.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
460 |
FUNDAMENTALS
OF DIRECTING (FA/H) (3
hours) |
|
Study
of the principles of play direction
with concentration on dramatic analysis,
conflict-tension, characterization,
and composition. Casting and rehearsal
procedures culminate in one-act plays.
Recommended especially for theatre-communication
majors, and teachers responsible
for play production at elementary
and secondary levels. Prerequisite:
THR 360. Check university calendar for
required performance dates.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
470 |
COSTUME
DESIGN (H) (2
hours) |
|
The
study of the basic elements and principles
of costume design. Students will
learn to understand character concept
and color, render sketches and working
drawings, prepare a budget, select
fabric, draft a pattern, and build
a costume. Prerequisites: THR 260
and FATHR 360 or consent of the instructor.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
531 |
SCENE
DESIGN (FA/H) (3
hours) |
|
A
basic study of the theories and practices
in the application of three-dimensional
design to the stage. A thorough training
in lighting theories, perspective
drawing, drafting, rendering, and
construction of scenic models is
provided.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
533 |
THEATRE
MANAGEMENT (H) (3
hours) |
|
A
study of principles in starting a
theatre and producing the play. Emphasis
on ideology and history of modern
independent theaters, and methods
in administration, business procedures,
publicity, program planning, and
house managing; for students seeking
teacher certification in secondary
education, setting up forensic and
debate tournaments.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
596 |
THEATRE
SEMINAR (SIE/H) (2
hours) |
|
The
course provides a synthesis of previous
courses and then allows the student
to advance in a particular area of
study. The study results in a research
paper of a documented performance. This
course is the senior integrative
experience for theatre majors.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THR
598 |
INDEPENDENT
STUDY (H) (variable
hours) |
|
Open
to junior and senior theatre majors.
Area of study determined in consultation
with theatre program staff.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THRPE
100 |
Ballet
I (1
hour) |
|
[Required
Courses]
|
| THRPE
101 |
Ballet
II (1
hour) |
|
[Required
Courses]
|
| AR
111 |
DRAWING
I (FA) (3
hours) |
|
A
foundation course for beginners and
students wishing to review the basic
fundamentals of drawing. Emphasis
is placed on sharpening "seeing" skills
and using a variety of media. No
previous art classes are necessary.
[Required
Courses]
|
| AR
153 |
BASIC
DESIGN (FA) (3
hours) |
|
A
foundation course that explores the
use of the elements of art and the
principles of design in composition
and visual communication. Both 2-dimensional
and 3-dimensional designs will be
created. Emphasis is placed on improving
creative problem-solving skills.
No drawing ability is necessary.
[Required
Courses]
|
| AR
342 |
ACRYLIC/WATERCOLOR
PAINTING (FA) (3
hours) |
|
The
study of color theory and composition
using the water-based media of acrylic
and watercolor paint. Students will
develop skills in handling the media
and will experiment with communicating
concepts through visual images.
[Required
Courses]
|
| MU
151v, 152v, 251v, 252v |
PRIVATE
VOICE (1-2
hours)
|
|
Lower-level
voice study.
[Required
Courses]
|
| MU 105 |
MUSIC APPRECIATION (FA/CS) (3 hours) |
| |
Introduction to music: history, styles, forms and composers. Lecture, discussion, listening, analysis of live and recorded music. Required attendance of selected concerts and recitals.
[Required Courses]
|
| MU
330 |
THE
BROADWAY MUSICAL (FA) (3
hours) |
|
Historical/stylistic
development of the American Musical
from eighteenth century origins to
the present.
[Required
Courses]
|
| THRPE
116 |
Musical
Theatre Dance (1
hour) |
|
[Required
Courses]
|
| THRPE
118 |
Jazz/Tap
I (1
hour) |
|
[Required
Courses]
|
| THRPE
218 |
Jazz/Tap
II (1
hour) |
|
[Required
Courses]
|
