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  • THEA 0350: Dramaturgy

    3.00 Credits
    Westfield State University

    This courses applies aspects of script analysis, dramatic theory and criticism, and theatre history to the study of individual works of drama. Dramaturgy involves the study of the principles of dramatic composition, structure, style, and theory as they relate to a dramatic work, and research on that work's historical setting and time of composition, on its author'sbody of work, on its published criticism, and on its production history. Students will learn what makes a dramatic work theatrically viable, how to assess its strengths and weaknesses, and how to rectify its shortcomings. Prerequisite: THEA 0260 or ENGL 0365.
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  • THEA 0353: Theatre Workshop

    6.00 Credits
    Westfield State University

    This is an intensive course for students who have acquired the basic skills of stagecraft and theatrical production, and who are interested in learning their application to the execution of theatrical designs. It is a hands-on, experiential course in which students develop and put to practical use a number of theatre and stagecraft technology skills. Students will build and paint scenery, hang and focus lights, collect and record sound, participate in costume construction, collect and build properties, and have the opportunity to serve on the running crews for the semester's theatrical offerings. Each student is required to fulfill assigned hours and to attend work calls outside of regularly scheduled class and shop hours. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. (formerly ENGL 0353)
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  • THEA 0354: Costume Design

    3.00 Credits
    Westfield State University

    Students will acquire an appreciation and an understanding of costume design as a unique form of artistic expression. Students will learn about style, about the designer's creative process, and how to analyze and interpret play scripts and characters from the costume designer's perspective. They will also learn about the processes of executing costume design, including the tools and techniques of costume construction. The course will provide a cultural and historical perspective, revealing how the pressures of place and time have influenced the fashions of various periods and how costume design has evolved and developed over time. Criteria will be established to enable students to evaluate and to articulate their reactions to costume designs and to the design experience. (formerly ENGL 0354)
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  • THEA 0355: Theatre Applications

    3.00 Credits
    Westfield State University

    This course is designed to give students an intensive instructional experience in theatrical production and technology. Students will learn the dayto- day responsibilities, expectations, and problem solving techniques in a multitude of production areas. Students will learn the techniques and processes connected with such production responsibilities as designing, stage managing, construction, and publicity and promotion. May be taken twice for credit. (formerly ENGL 0355)
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  • THEA 0356: Stagecraft Techniques

    3.00 Credits
    Westfield State University

    Construction techniques and terminology, the use and safe operation of tools, carpentry skills, reading blueprints, and scene painting techniques are included in this course which serves as preparation for THEA 0353 Theatre Workshop. (formerly ENGL 0356)
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  • THEA 0357: Acting II

    3.00 Credits
    Westfield State University

    Working on a role, students apply the elements of Acting I to text, character analysis, and performance. Scenes and short works will be performed for class criticism. Prerequisite: THEA 0252. (formerly ENGL 0357)
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  • THEA 0358: Acting Seminar

    3.00 Credits
    Westfield State University

    A topics course. Topic will depend upon the playwright and the play chosen for production. Acting seminar is a culminating course designed to apply the skills learned in introductory acting courses. The semester will be devoted to preparing, performing, and evaluating a theatre work for the public. May be taken four times for credit. Prerequisites: THEA 0252 and THEA 0357; or permission of the instructor. Enrollment by audition; open to all students who qualify. (formerly ENGL 0358)
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  • THEA 0359: Acting For Film And Television

    3.00 Credits
    Westfield State University

    Students will learn how to apply the craft of acting to the demands of acting on-camera for film and television, as well as the techniques and craft required for on-camera acting. Students will be introduced to such aspects of on-camera acting as the terminology of the media, cold reading techniques necessary for auditioning, the camera shots and camera angles, the limitations of the frame, professional behavior on a set, and the actor's responsibility. Students will engage in a number of exercises as well as monologue and scene work for the camera. Prerequisite: THEA 0252 and THEA 0357.
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  • THEA 0360: Theatre Production

    6.00 Credits
    Westfield State University

    This is an intensive hands-on course for students interested in learning and gaining experience in standard technical craft practices for the theatre. The class will familiarizes student particularly with the specific equipment and skills needed for the preparation and construction of costumes for a theatrical production. Students will also learn and apply fundamental construction tools, techniques and skills in other technical/craft areas of scenery lighting, sound, scene painting, makeup, and properties. Student may also participate in the running crews for the semester's theatrical productions. Each student will be required to fulfill assigned hours and to attend work calls outside the regularly scheduled class and shop hours. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor is required for admission to the course. (formerly ENGL 0360)
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  • THEA 0362: Research Seminar in Theatre

    3.00 Credits
    Westfield State University

    Advanced research in theatre, including guided individual study of an approved topic. Members of the department will assist students whose special interests coincide with their specialized areas. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. (formerly ENGL 0362)
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