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  • 3.00 Credits

    Study and practical application of the fundamental concepts of play directing: play selection, script analysis and interpretation, artistic choices, articulation of ideas, communication with actors, and critique. Rehearsal and presentation of realistic scenes. Offered winter semester even-numbered years. Prerequisites: THE 151, and THE 161, and (either THE 250 or THE 261), or by permission of instructor. Prerequisite:    Prerequisites: THE 151, and THE 161, and (either THE 250 or THE 261), or by permission of instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An orientation to the function of dramatics in education. Workshop exercises combined with background studies and theory. Skills for conducting creative dramatic activities with elementary and secondary students, exploring theatre games, and improvisations with ensemble. Offered winter semester.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An introduction to the basic theoretical and artistic concepts and procedures for designing a live performance. Physical scenery, lighting, projections, costumes, and makeup are considered as integrated parts of a unified design. Individual projects exploring varied design contexts. Students will participate in the production activities of the college. Offered winter semester of odd-numbered years. Prerequisites: THE 161 and THE 261, or permission of instructor. Prerequisite:    Prerequisites: THE 161 and THE 261, or permission of instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An exploration of the theory and techniques of lighting live performances. The basics of theatre electrics, including instrumentation, color, control systems, and paperwork techniques. Principles of lighting design, exploration of the qualities of light, and their manipulation in theatrical situations. Offered fall, odd-numbered years. Prerequisites: THE 161. Prerequisite:    Prerequisites: THE 161.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Study of the principles of costume design, including figure drawing and rendering techniques. An introduction to the history of costume. Final project will include the design of costumes for an assigned play. Offered fall semester of odd-numbered years. Prerequisites: THE 161 and THE 262 or permission of instructor. Prerequisite:    Prerequisites: THE 161 and THE 262 or permission of instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The study of the development of theatre from its origins up to the 17th century. The course emphasizes dramatic theory, playwriting styles, theatrical production styles, physical theatres, and the impact of theatre on society. Specifically, the course examines Asian theatre and the development of Western theatre. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: Fulfillment of general education Foundations - Writing. Prerequisite:    Prerequisite: Fulfillment of general education Foundations - Writing.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The study of the development of theatre from the Restoration period to the present with emphasis on dramatic theory, playwriting styles, theatrical production styles, physical theatres, and the impact of theatre on society. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: Fulfillment of general education Foundations - Writing. Prerequisite:    Prerequisite: Fulfillment of general education Foundations - Writing.
  • 1.00 - 9.00 Credits

    A study of special topics not regularly covered in the curriculum. Expectations of the student in this course approximate those in other 300-level courses. Offered on sufficient demand. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit when content varies. Prerequisite:    Prerequisites: Sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit when content varies.
  • 1.00 - 3.00 Credits

    Directed readings or research work in theatre literature or theatrical practice. Offered every semester. Prerequisites: Junior standing and permission of the instructor. Prerequisite:    Prerequisites: Junior standing and permission of the instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An eight-week course in the study, rehearsal, performance, and produciton of a touring play. Students gain a broad understanding of Shakespeare and the theatrical touring process through four weeks of rehearsals and four weeks of touring to outreach audiences. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Permissions of instructor by audition only. Prerequisite:    Prerequisite: Permissions of instructor by audition only.
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