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Course Criteria
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1.00 Credits
An introduction to the study and practice of core costume construction skills. Topics include basic machine, hand sewing and patterning techniques.
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1.00 Credits
An experimental dialogue between Buddhist and Catholic Contemplative Practices as a ground for creating performance works; an interdisciplinary/interfaith/inter-institutional exploration. Students from both Brown and RISD will be participating. Instructor permission is required and will be granted on the basis of a) an interview with one of the teachers (which may be scheduled at the time of the first session), and b) a short statement of goals and intentions (reasons for taking the course) not to exceed one page, due to Erik_Ehn@brown.edu prior to the first session. Enrollment limited to 12.
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1.00 Credits
Examines the relationship between social and cultural identities and their representations in dramatic literature and performance. Students will be expected to read critical essays and plays, conduct research, and prepare to act in scenes that challenge the actor to confront the specifics of character and situation beyond the Eurocentric ideal. The goal is to strengthen the actor's ability to construct truly meaningful characters by removing any reliance of "type" and/or immediate "identification" with the characters they will portray. Instructor permission required. Enrollment limited to 18. DVPS
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0.00 - 1.00 Credits
In this course, students from various arts disciplines will develop interdisciplinary/intermedial projects inspired by the resources and architecture of the Granoff Center for the Creative Arts. They will also study a wide range of historic and contemporary collaborations, providing them with diverse models to emulate - or reject. This is primarily a studio course using the inside and outside of the Granoff Center as a canvas/studio/stage. Lectures, readings, media, guest artists, scholars, and field trips will be included. Instructor override required for registration. Mandatory S/NC.
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0.00 - 1.00 Credits
Costume design and rendering approaches to various genres of performing arts, including opera, musicals, and dance. Designed for the serious student of theatrical design. Advanced work on rendering emphasizing character, practicality, line, form, and color. Lab required.
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0.00 - 1.00 Credits
The examination of the working relationship between designer and director. An emphasis on the design abilities needed to communicate varied visual approaches. Developing the creative, theatrical vocabulary needed to turn a director's vision into a fully articulated set design. A substantial amount of plays will be read and researched. Drafting and model rendering techniques will be applied. Prerequisite: TAPS 1280F. Instructor approval required prior to registration. Enrollment limited to 10.
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1.00 Credits
Designed for dancers who have attained an advanced level in any dance technique. The purpose is to help such dancers come to understand both intellectually and kinesthetically the diversity of one of the few indigenous American art forms: modern dance. Enrollment limited to 40. S/NC.
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1.00 Credits
Designed for those who have had some experience in composition and would like to work, under supervision, on making dances. Emphasizes making full-length dances for small and large groups and demands a sophisticated use of space, dynamics, and music. Further emphasis on viewing and interpreting classic and contemporary works from a choreographic viewpoint. S/NC.
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1.00 Credits
An exploration of the major figures and trends in modern dance. While the main focus of the course is on American Dance, attention is given to earlier European and other dance traditions that have contribited to the American dance heritage. May be of particular interest Americanists, art historians, dancers, and theatre majors.
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1.00 Credits
This course focuses on the diverse styles, techniques and movement theories of Modern Dance. The students will practice the techniques and styles and will also study biographical material, view films, and attend live performances when possible. Enrollment limited to 40. S/NC.
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