Theatre

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Define and practice professional etiquette in an educational theatre setting
  2. Meet required standards regarding use of positive and flexible vocal techniques to communicate specific and distinctive interpretation in performance
  3. Meet required standards and develop a methodology for creating a role, applying concepts of spontaneity, creativity, movement, and emotional freedom to acting
  4. Meet required standards and develop a methodology for directing, designing, and/or managing a production in an educational theatre setting
  5. Meet required standards and develop a methodology for executing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting
  6. Chart the development of western theatre and relate it to theatre today

Degrees and Certificates

Classes

THE 101: Introduction to Acting

Class Program
Credits 3

Introduction to Acting is designed to develop basic acting skills and techniques with the focus on spontaneity, creativity, movement, and emotional freedom. Through script analysis and scene work, students gain a deeper understanding of particular works of dramatic literature and the expressions of human culture provided by the playwrights. Attendance or participation in on-campus Theatre productions is required; attendance at off-campus Theatre productions may be required. Required for Theatre majors and minors. Required for Musical Theatre minors. Introduction to Acting partially fulfills Professional Ethics requirement for Theatre majors.

Semester Offered
Offered fall semester, even-numbered years.
Notes

THE 111 Theatre Production Performance or THE 252 Musical Theatre Production, THE 113 Theatre Production Technical, and THE 101 Introduction to Acting or THE 202 Intermediate Acting satisfy Core Curriculum requirements in Professional Ethics.

THE 102: Movement for the Actor

Class Program
Credits 1

Movement for the Actor is an introductory course designed to explore a variety of movement and breath techniques as related to the craft of Acting. Course objectives include facilitating the development of an effective actor warm-up process and strengthening the student actor’s body by building core muscles, improving flexibility, physical endurance, and breath support. Required for Theatre majors.

Semester Offered
Offered spring semester, even-numbered years.

THE 103: Stagecraft and Stagecraft Lab

Class Program
Credits 3
Stagecraft and Stagecraft Lab are designed to provide an introduction to and practical application of modern technical theatre practices, backstage organization, scenic construction, stage lighting, and sound. Textual materials and lectures will be supported by hands-on lab projects as well as production experience. Students will demonstrate and practice techniques learned in the classroom during the lab portion of the course. Experience with power tools, scenic painting, theatrical lighting and sound equipment are all a part of the lab portion of the course. Stagecraft and Stagecraft Lab assist students in their Intellectual and Personal Development, preparing them for Meaningful Vocation. Students work individually and in groups on Theatre program productions. As part of this production work students are exposed to the unexpected interrelationship between the Arts and Quantitative Literacy. Students develop a knowledge of the basic skills of addition/subtraction and fractions when measuring, cutting and constructing scenery. Students develop a working knowledge of Scale and how it relates to our work in the theatre. Students are also exposed to the use of geometry as it relates to the study of Photometrics within the area of Stage Lighting, and to sound waves as they relate to the study of Stage Sound. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to demonstrate a basic level of competency in the following areas of technical theatre: Carpentry, Lighting, and Sound. Students begin to develop a methodology for executing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Stagecraft and Stagecraft Lab meets for three classroom hours and three laboratory hours per week. Required for Theatre majors and minors. Required for Musical Theatre minors. Recommended for ART and COM majors.
Core Tags
HON
Semester Offered
Offered fall semester.

THE 110: Theatre Appreciation

Class Program
Credits 3
Theatre Appreciation is meant to encourage an understanding and appreciation of Theatre from its beginnings to the present, including a study of various works of dramatic literature. Through the works of significant playwrights, Theatre, as a form of art, is defined and related to expressions of human culture and to other arts. Attendance at on-campus Theatre productions is required; attendance at off-campus productions may be required during summer semesters. Recommended for non-majors.
Core Tags
HF
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 111: Theatre Production-Performance

Class Program
Credits 1

Theatre Production-Performance is open to all students by audition. Students participate in an acting capacity in Theatre program productions. The Theatre Production-Performance student actor is expected to define and practice professional etiquette in an educational theatre setting. Student actors are also expected to meet required standards for developing a methodology for creating a role in a theatrical production for public performance. The Theatre Production-Performance student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Rehearsal expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after Actor’s Equity Association guidelines, which can be found at www.actorsequity.org. Attendance at scheduled meetings, evening rehearsals, and performances is mandatory, with specific requirements being based upon students’ individual assignments. Required for majors. Theatre Production - Performance partially fulfills Professional Ethics requirement for Theatre majors.

Semester Offered
Offered every semester.
Notes

THE 111 Theatre Production Performance or THE 252 Musical Theatre Production, THE 113 Theatre Production Technical, and THE 101 Introduction to Acting or THE 202 Intermediate Acting satisfy Core Curriculum requirements in Professional Ethics.

THE 112: Theatre Production-Performance

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Performance is open to all students by audition. Students participate in an acting capacity in Theatre program productions. The Theatre Production-Performance student actor is expected to define and practice professional etiquette in an educational theatre setting. Student actors are also expected to meet required standards for developing a methodology for creating a role in a theatrical production for public performance. The Theatre Production-Performance student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Rehearsal expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after Actor’s Equity Association guidelines, which can be found at www.actorsequity.org. Attendance at scheduled meetings, evening rehearsals, and performances is mandatory, with specific requirements being based upon students’ individual assignments. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 113: Theatre Production-Technical

Class Program
Credits 1

Theatre Production-Technical is meant to develop an understanding of the principles, methods and tools of modern technical theatrical production. Students participate in a production in a technical capacity as assigned by the Director of Technical Theatre based on student’s area of choice and Theatre program production needs. The Theatre Production-Technical student will develop a methodology for executing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Attendance at meetings, evening rehearsals and performances may be required based upon assignment. The Theatre Production-Technical student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Production, rehearsal and performance expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees or United Scenic Artists guidelines, which can be found at www./iatse.net/ and www.usa829.org/. Required for majors. Theatre Production - Technical partially fulfills Professional Ethics requirement for Theatre majors.

Semester Offered
Offered every semester.
Notes

THE 111 Theatre Production Performance or THE 252 Musical Theatre Production, THE 113 Theatre Production Technical, and THE 101 Introduction to Acting or THE 202 Intermediate Acting satisfy Core Curriculum requirements in Professional Ethics.

THE 114: Theatre Production-Technical

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Technical is meant to develop an understanding of the principles, methods and tools of modern technical theatrical production. Students participate in a production in a technical capacity as assigned by the Director of Technical Theatre based on student’s area of choice and Theatre program production needs. The Theatre Production-Technical student will develop a methodology for executing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Attendance at meetings, evening rehearsals and performances may be required based upon assignment. The Theatre Production-Technical student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Production, rehearsal and performance expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees or United Scenic Artists guidelines, which can be found at www./iatse.net/ and www.usa829.org/. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 121: Theatre Production-Performance

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Performance is open to all students by audition. Students participate in an acting capacity in Theatre program productions. The Theatre Production-Performance student actor is expected to define and practice professional etiquette in an educational theatre setting. Student actors are also expected to meet required standards for developing a methodology for creating a role in a theatrical production for public performance. The Theatre Production-Performance student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Rehearsal expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after Actor’s Equity Association guidelines, which can be found at www.actorsequity.org. Attendance at scheduled meetings, evening rehearsals, and performances is mandatory, with specific requirements being based upon students’ individual assignments. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 122: Theatre Production-Performance

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Performance is open to all students by audition. Students participate in an acting capacity in Theatre program productions. The Theatre Production-Performance student actor is expected to define and practice professional etiquette in an educational theatre setting. Student actors are also expected to meet required standards for developing a methodology for creating a role in a theatrical production for public performance. The Theatre Production-Performance student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Rehearsal expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after Actor’s Equity Association guidelines, which can be found at www.actorsequity.org. Attendance at scheduled meetings, evening rehearsals, and performances is mandatory, with specific requirements being based upon students’ individual assignments. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 123: Theatre Production-Technical

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Technical is meant to develop an understanding of the principles, methods and tools of modern technical theatrical production. Students participate in a production in a technical capacity as assigned by the Director of Technical Theatre based on student’s area of choice and Theatre program production needs. The Theatre Production-Technical student will develop a methodology for executing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Attendance at meetings, evening rehearsals and performances may be required based upon assignment. The Theatre Production-Technical student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Production, rehearsal and performance expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees or United Scenic Artists guidelines, which can be found at www./iatse.net/ and www.usa829.org/. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 124: Theatre Production-Technical

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Technical is meant to develop an understanding of the principles, methods and tools of modern technical theatrical production. Students participate in a production in a technical capacity as assigned by the Director of Technical Theatre based on student’s area of choice and Theatre program production needs. The Theatre Production-Technical student will develop a methodology for executing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Attendance at meetings, evening rehearsals and performances may be required based upon assignment. The Theatre Production-Technical student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Production, rehearsal and performance expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees or United Scenic Artists guidelines, which can be found at www./iatse.net/ and www.usa829.org/. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 131: Theatre Production-Performance

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Performance is open to all students by audition. Students participate in an acting capacity in Theatre program productions. The Theatre Production-Performance student actor is expected to define and practice professional etiquette in an educational theatre setting. Student actors are also expected to meet required standards for developing a methodology for creating a role in a theatrical production for public performance. The Theatre Production-Performance student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Rehearsal expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after Actor’s Equity Association guidelines, which can be found at www.actorsequity.org. Attendance at scheduled meetings, evening rehearsals, and performances is mandatory, with specific requirements being based upon students’ individual assignments. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 132: Theatre Production-Performance

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Performance is open to all students by audition. Students participate in an acting capacity in Theatre program productions. The Theatre Production-Performance student actor is expected to define and practice professional etiquette in an educational theatre setting. Student actors are also expected to meet required standards for developing a methodology for creating a role in a theatrical production for public performance. The Theatre Production-Performance student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Rehearsal expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after Actor’s Equity Association guidelines, which can be found at www.actorsequity.org. Attendance at scheduled meetings, evening rehearsals, and performances is mandatory, with specific requirements being based upon students’ individual assignments. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 133: Theatre Production-Technical

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Technical is meant to develop an understanding of the principles, methods and tools of modern technical theatrical production. Students participate in a production in a technical capacity as assigned by the Director of Technical Theatre based on student’s area of choice and Theatre program production needs. The Theatre Production-Technical student will develop a methodology for executing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Attendance at meetings, evening rehearsals and performances may be required based upon assignment. The Theatre Production-Technical student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Production, rehearsal and performance expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees or United Scenic Artists guidelines, which can be found at www./iatse.net/ and www.usa829.org/. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 134: Theatre Production-Technical

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Technical is meant to develop an understanding of the principles, methods and tools of modern technical theatrical production. Students participate in a production in a technical capacity as assigned by the Director of Technical Theatre based on student’s area of choice and Theatre program production needs. The Theatre Production-Technical student will develop a methodology for executing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Attendance at meetings, evening rehearsals and performances may be required based upon assignment. The Theatre Production-Technical student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Production, rehearsal and performance expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees or United Scenic Artists guidelines, which can be found at www./iatse.net/ and www.usa829.org/. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 141: Theatre Production-Performance

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Performance is open to all students by audition. Students participate in an acting capacity in Theatre program productions. The Theatre Production-Performance student actor is expected to define and practice professional etiquette in an educational theatre setting. Student actors are also expected to meet required standards for developing a methodology for creating a role in a theatrical production for public performance. The Theatre Production-Performance student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Rehearsal expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after Actor’s Equity Association guidelines, which can be found at www.actorsequity.org. Attendance at scheduled meetings, evening rehearsals, and performances is mandatory, with specific requirements being based upon students’ individual assignments. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 142: Theatre Production-Performance

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Performance is open to all students by audition. Students participate in an acting capacity in Theatre program productions. The Theatre Production-Performance student actor is expected to define and practice professional etiquette in an educational theatre setting. Student actors are also expected to meet required standards for developing a methodology for creating a role in a theatrical production for public performance. The Theatre Production-Performance student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Rehearsal expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after Actor’s Equity Association guidelines, which can be found at www.actorsequity.org. Attendance at scheduled meetings, evening rehearsals, and performances is mandatory, with specific requirements being based upon students’ individual assignments. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 143: Theatre Production-Technical

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Technical is meant to develop an understanding of the principles, methods and tools of modern technical theatrical production. Students participate in a production in a technical capacity as assigned by the Director of Technical Theatre based on student’s area of choice and Theatre program production needs. The Theatre Production-Technical student will develop a methodology for executing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Attendance at meetings, evening rehearsals and performances may be required based upon assignment. The Theatre Production-Technical student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Production, rehearsal and performance expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees or United Scenic Artists guidelines, which can be found at www./iatse.net/ and www.usa829.org/. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 144: Theatre Production-Technical

Class Program
Credits 1
Theatre Production-Technical is meant to develop an understanding of the principles, methods and tools of modern technical theatrical production. Students participate in a production in a technical capacity as assigned by the Director of Technical Theatre based on student’s area of choice and Theatre program production needs. The Theatre Production-Technical student will develop a methodology for executing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Attendance at meetings, evening rehearsals and performances may be required based upon assignment. The Theatre Production-Technical student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Production, rehearsal and performance expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees or United Scenic Artists guidelines, which can be found at www./iatse.net/ and www.usa829.org/. Required for majors.
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

THE 202: Intermediate Acting

Class Program
Credits 3

Intermediate Acting is a continuation of the development of basic acting and communication skills through advanced analysis and scene study. In Intermediate Acting, emphasis is placed on the development of each student’s individual actor process. Period styles, monologue/audition techniques, and/or improvisation may be included. Students develop a methodology for creating a role, applying concepts of spontaneity, creativity, movement, and emotional freedom to acting Students gain a deeper understanding of particular works of dramatic literature and the expressions of human culture provided by the playwrights. Attendance or participation in on-campus Theatre productions is required; attendance at off-campus Theatre productions may be required. Not recommended for non-majors. Intermediate Acting partially fulfills Professional Ethics requirement for Theatre majors.

Prerequisites

THE 101 or permission of instructor

Semester Offered
Offered fall semester, odd-numbered years.
Notes

THE 111 Theatre Production Performance or THE 252 Musical Theatre Production, THE 113 Theatre Production Technical, and THE 101 Introduction to Acting or THE 202 Intermediate Acting satisfy Core Curriculum requirements in Professional Ethics.

THE 203: Stagecraft II & Lab

Class Program
Credits 3
Stagecraft II & Lab are designed to provide continued instruction and further practical application of modern technical theatre practices, backstage organization, scenic construction, stage lighting and sound. Textual materials and lectures will be supported by hands-on lab projects as well as production experience. Students will demonstrate and practice techniques learned in the classroom during the lab portion of the class the class, as students continue to develop a methodology for executing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Experience with power tools, scenic painting, theatrical lighting, and sound equipment are all a part of the lab portion of the course. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to demonstrate advanced levels of competency in the following areas of technical theatre: Carpentry, Lighting, Sound, and/or other specific technical theatre topics as covered in the class. Major production involvement in a leadership capacity such as Crew Chief, Master Carpenter, or Master Electrician, as well as construction support for Theatre program productions is expected. This class meets for three classroom hours and three laboratory hours per week.
Semester Offered
Offered at program discretion and taught concurrently with THE 103.

THE 212: Acting for the Camera

Class Program
Credits 3

Acting for the Camera involves an examination of specialized acting techniques used for performance in the mediums of television and/or film through a variety of scene work and exploratory activities. Students will perform and serve as technical crew. In addition to class time, rehearsal and studio work are required.

Prerequisite Courses
Semester Offered
Offered spring semester, odd-numbered years.

THE 222: Concepts of Design and Production I

Class Program
Credits 3
Concepts of Design and Production I is meant to encourage an understanding of the principles, methods and tools of theatrical design and the practical realization of the three (3) primary areas of design (costume, scenery and lighting) onstage. Students develop a methodology for designing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Students receive instruction in the areas of design considerations, script analysis, historical period research, sketching, rendering, drafting and modeling techniques, along with the considerations of the practical realization of stage designs. Students will come to understand the properties of space, shape, line, form and color as they are used in theatre through class lecture, hands-on projects, and possible practical experience working on theatrical productions as assistant designers. Required for Theatre majors.
Semester Offered
Offered concurrent with THE 332, spring semester, even-numbered years.

THE 231: Stage Makeup

Class Program
Credits 3
Stage Makeup is meant to encourage an understanding and appreciation of the principles and methods of stage makeup. Students will receive instruction in basic corrective stage makeup, basic special effects makeup and old-age makeup, and makeup for various periods and styles of theatre among other topics. This application-based course allows students to practice makeup designs during each class period. A materials fee of $100 is charged to purchase required personal makeup kit which is retained by the student after the course.
Semester Offered
Offered spring semester, odd-numbered years.

THE 241: Musical Theatre Workshop

Class Program
Credits 3
Musical Theatre Workshop explores the role of the actor/dancer/singer in musical theatre and what it means to be part of a musical theatre production. Students will develop movement skills for acting and for musical theatre, and examine the functions of characterization, music, lyrics, movement, choreography, dialogue, and theatrical design, and how they are integrated into one dramatic effort. Students will learn a dance combination, and subsequently apply movement skills to fully analyzed, memorized scenes from musicals. Rehearsals may be held during scheduled class hours and scheduled rehearsal sessions outside of class time may also be required. Required for Musical Theatre minors.
Semester Offered
Offered fall semester, odd-numbered years.

THE 251: Musical Theatre Production

Class Program
Credits 3
Musical Theatre Production applies acting, singing, and movement skills through a fully-produced musical theatre, collaborative production. As part of course study, students will also complete dramaturgical research to develop an appreciation of the historical significance of the production and its place in the history of Musical Theatre. Students are cast by the directors of the production, with casting decisions based on many factors including, but not limited to, production needs, and student s’ ability and availability. The Musical Theatre Production student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Rehearsal expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after Actor’s Equity Association guidelines, which can be found at www.actorsequity.org. Attendance at scheduled meetings, evening rehearsals, and performances is mandatory, with specific requirements being based upon students’ individual assignments.
Semester Offered
Offered concurrent with THE 252, spring semester, even-numbered years.

THE 252: Musical Theatre Production

Class Program
Credits 1

Musical Theatre Production applies acting, singing, and movement skills through a fully produced musical theatre, collaborative production. Students are cast by the directors of the production, with casting decisions based on many factors including, but not limited to, production needs, and student s’ ability and availability. The Musical Theatre Production student is expected to perform the duties typically associated with his/her assigned role in a manner consistent with legitimate, professional theatre. Rehearsal expectations of students enrolled in this course are modeled after Actor’s Equity Association guidelines, which can be found at www.actorsequity.org. Attendance at scheduled meetings, evening rehearsals, and performances is mandatory, with specific requirements being based upon students’ individual assignments. Musical Theatre Production partially fulfills Professional Ethics requirement for Theatre majors.

Semester Offered
Offered concurrent with THE 251, spring semester, even-numbered years.
Notes

THE 111 Theatre Production Performance or THE 252 Musical Theatre Production, THE 113 Theatre Production Technical, and THE 101 Introduction to Acting or THE 202 Intermediate Acting satisfy Core Curriculum requirements in Professional Ethics.

THE 301: History of the Theatre

Class Program
Credits 3

History of the Theatre is meant to encourage an understanding of the development of western Theatre from the Ancient Greeks to Contemporary Theatre. Through lectures and in-class discussions the class will consider relevant plays, playwrights, actors, audiences, critics, theatre spaces, performance, design, and production practices as they chart the development of western theatre and relate it to theatre today. History of the Theatre is a content driven course that will draw students’ attention to the exchange of ideas as it relates to the historical development of theatre. Students will also consider cultural responses to artistic challenges and the cultural need for aesthetic expression. Required for Theatre majors and minors.

Core Tags
GL
Semester Offered
Offered spring semester, odd-numbered years.

THE 305: Advanced Acting

Class Program
Credits 3
Advanced Acting is a continuation of the development of acting and communication skills. In Advanced Acting, emphasis is placed on preparing the student to enter the work force. Each actor should leave with a refined actor process that includes a strong monologue portfolio. Period styles, monologue/audition techniques, and/or improvisation may be included. Students continue to develop a methodology for creating a role, applying concepts of spontaneity, creativity, movement, and emotional freedom to acting. Students gain a deeper understanding of particular works of dramatic literature and the expressions of human culture provided by the playwrights. Attendance or participation in on-campus Theatre productions is required; attendance at off-campus Theatre productions may be required.
Prerequisites
THE 202 or permission of instructor
Semester Offered
Offered spring semester, even-numbered years.

THE 332: Concepts of Design and Production II

Class Program
Credits 3
Concepts of Design and Production II is meant to encourage a further understanding of the principles, methods, and tools of theatrical design. Students select one (1) of the three (3) primary areas of design (costume, scenery, and lighting) to focus on in consultation with the professor. Students continue to develop a methodology for designing technical elements of a theatrical production in an educational theatre setting. Students receive advanced instruction in their chosen area of design’s considerations, script analysis, historical period research, sketching, rendering, drafting, and modeling techniques, along with the considerations of the practical realization of stage designs. Students will come to further understand the properties of space, shape, line, form, and color as they are used in theatre through more hands-on projects, and practical experience working on theatrical productions as designers.
Semester Offered
Offered concurrent with THE 222, spring semester, even-numbered years.

THE 402: Directing Capstone

Class Program
Credits 3

Directing Capstone engages student directors in a discussion of Theatre as an art form, including practice and training in communication with the actors, production concept, and rehearsal processes. Student directors also have the opportunity to apply and develop an overall “sense of direction.” Training includes student-directed scene work and one-act plays. Student directors are also expected to meet required standards and apply their developed methodology for directing a production in an educational theatre setting. Attendance at evening rehearsals and performances is required. Directing Capstone fulfills Professional Writing and Communication requirement for Theatre majors.

Semester Offered
Offered at program discretion.
Notes

Directing Capstone satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Professional Writing and Communication.

THE 450: Acting Capstone

Class Program
Credits 3

Acting Capstone is an intensive study involving a particular acting project, selected in collaboration with program faculty. The Acting Capstone culminates in a public performance, which may be completed in collaboration with other advanced program majors. Further development of acting and communication skills, period styles, monologue and audition techniques, and/or improvisation may be included. In Acting Capstone, Theatre as an art form, production concept, the production process, and communication with the production staff & director are also discussed and applied. Students in Acting Capstone demonstrate their developed methodology for creating a role, applying concepts of spontaneity, creativity, movement, and emotional freedom to acting, as they help develop a realized production in an educational theatre setting. Acting Capstone fulfills Professional Writing and Communication requirement for Theatre majors.

Prerequisites

THE 102, THE 103, THE 111, THE 113, THE 202, & 212 or 305

Semester Offered
Offered at program discretion.
Notes

Acting Capstone satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Professional Writing and Communication.

THE 460: Technical Theatre Capstone

Class Program
Credits 3

Theatre as an art form, production concept, the production process, and communication with the production staff & director are discussed and applied in Technical Theatre Capstone to develop a realized Theatre program production for the Technical Theatre student. Training includes work on a Theatre program production as a member of the Production Staff (Designers, Technical Director, etc.) where the student will meet required standards and execute their developed methodology for designing, and/or managing a production in an educational theatre setting. Public performance of the production is part of the course. Technical Theatre Capstone fulfills Professional Writing and Communication requirement for Theatre majors.

Prerequisites

THE 103, THE 111, THE 113, THE 222, THE & 332

Semester Offered
Offered at program discretion.
Notes

Technical Theatre Capstone satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Professional Writing and Communication.

THE 481: Topics in Theatre

Class Program
Credits 3
Topics in Theatre features an intensive investigation of a select aspect of Theatre as a form of art. The following titles are offered as examples of topics for the course: Improvisation, Dialects for the Stage, Scenic Painting. Before registering for THE 481, students should contact the instructor and find out the topic for the course. Students may repeat the course in an independent study format providing the topic is different appropriate paperwork is submitted to register the student for the Independent Study. Students may take multiple times for credit.
Semester Offered
Offered at program discretion.

THE 491: Independent Study

Class Program
Credits 1 3
Independent Study in Theatre involves an intensive study and application of an aspect of Theatre to be selected in consultation with Theatre faculty. Subject to Independent Study rules and regulations.

THE 492: Independent Study

Class Program
Credits 1 3
Independent Study in Theatre involves an intensive study and application of an aspect of Theatre to be selected in consultation with Theatre faculty. Subject to Independent Study rules and regulations.

THE 495: Theatre Internship

Class Program
Credits 1 12

Theatre Internship incorporates experiential learning in theatre production skills in a setting outside the College Theatre program. Individual projects to be selected in consultation with Theatre faculty. Subject to Internship rules and regulations. Required for Theatre Majors.

Semester Offered
Offered at program discretion.
Notes

Theatre Internship satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Professional Civic Engagement.

THE 496: Theatre Internship

Class Program
Credits 1 12

Theatre Internship incorporates experiential learning in theatre production skills in a setting outside the College Theatre program. Individual projects to be selected in consultation with Theatre faculty. Subject to Internship rules and regulations. Required for Theatre Majors. Theatre Internship fulfills Professional Civic Engagement requirement for Theatre majors.

Semester Offered
Offered at program discretion.