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3.00 Credits
An introduction and exploration of basic theatrical engineering and technical planning. Students help build a show from the ground up and apply this knowledge while collaboratively designing and drawing technical solutions to theoretical scenery. No previous experience is necessary, but students who have taken Stagecraft will find this an excellent companion course. Three credit hours. A. ERVIN
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the principles of visual design and their role in the dramatic event. Particular emphasis on bringing the imagined world of the playwright to life through the use of space, light, and clothing. Historical and contemporary texts are explored through lectures, discussions, and projects. No prior experience is required. Enrollment limited. Four credit hours. A. THURSTON
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to exploration of scenic construction, lighting production, and prop-making concepts, techniques, equipment, and materials, emphasizing problem solving through research, experimentation, and collaborative learning. Students will be challenged to understand the interrelationship between stagecraft and other aspects of dramatic art. Out-of-class work is essential. Previous experience is not necessary. Four credit hours. A. ERVIN
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to playwriting for students interested in dramatic storytelling and new play development. Focus on: (1) close reading and analysis of representative plays in order to understand dramatic structure, characterization, rhythm, imagery, etc.; (2) creative experimentation through a series of writing exercises; and (3) participation in the process of workshopping class products, including offering and receiving constructive criticism. Each student will produce a set of thematically related 10-minute plays, the best of which will be included in the New Play Festival, April 30-May 2, 2009. Four credit hours. A. CONNER
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4.00 Credits
Concentration on the basic principles of dance movement: body alignment, coordination, strength and flexibility, forms of locomotion. Four credit hours. A. WENTZEL
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4.00 Credits
An overview of the foundational techniques of stage performance, with a focus on physical and vocal technique as well as character development. Enrollment limited. Four credit hours. A.
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4.00 Credits
An overview of the foundational techniques of stage performance, with a focus on invention and structured improvisational problems. Through the use of theater games and movement improvisation, performance skills will be approached from two perspectives: concentration and action. The process allows students, by responding to each other's imagination, energy, and style, to break through thinking and movement patterns that have limited them in the past. Enrollment limited. Four credit hours. A. WENTZEL
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4.00 Credits
Want to fly This newly created workshop is an opportunity for beginning and experienced dancers to explore the discipline of aerial fabrics, in which performers use fabric to wrap, suspend, swing and spiral their bodies in various positions. In this workshop environment we will focus on: 1) training and conditioning required for aerial dance; 2) fundamental wrapping techniques; 3) creative exploration of aerial fabrics in choreography. Each student will create a short solo presentation as a final project. Four credit hours. A. WENTZEL
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2.00 Credits
Want to fly An opportunity for beginning and experienced dancers to explore the discipline of aerial fabrics, in which performers use fabric to wrap, suspend, swing and spiral their bodies in various positions. In this workshop environment we will focus on: 1) training and conditioning required for aerial dance; 2) fundamental wrapping techniques; 3) creative exploration of aerial fabrics in choreography. Each student will create a short solo presentation as a final project. Two credit hours. WENTZEL
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to community-based theater practice and to civic engagement through the performing arts. The idea is to address social issues (including prejudice, privilege, oppression, etc.) through the theater-making process. In the first half of the semester, students learn about the history and theory of community-based theater and explore techniques and tools for devising original works. In the second half, students are directly engaged with diversity issues in service-learning projects, through work on campus or in the Waterville community. Four credit hours. A, U. CONNER
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