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Course Criteria
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2.00 Credits
A continuation of the study of tap technique taught in THR364, this course builds on that basic foundation and focurses on more complex steps (time step combinations, pull backs, turns), various rhythms, and advanced combinations. Students work to increase articulation, clarity, speed, vocabulary of steps, and performance skills through technique class and through learning choreography that is performed in the final student showcase. This course is a general elective.(Prerequisite: THR364)
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2.00 Credits
This course examines some of the influential choreographers and works of the 20th Century from the early pioneers of modern dance such as Loie Fuller, Isadora Duncan, Ruth St. Denis, and Doris Humphrey, through post modernism and the works of major contributors such as George Balanchine, Martha Graham, Alvin Ailey, Merce Cunningham, Twyla Tharp, Mark Morris, and others. Areas of study, through viewing, reading, lecture and discussion, and research projects include dance criticism, identification of 20th Century dance themes, aesthetics, music, and styles.
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2.00 Credits
This course is a further study and practice of the dance composition techniques. The class investigates areas of the creative process, methods of dance-making, exploration of new movement material, and compositional tools, implementing music and dance, dance criticism, and aspects of contemporary dance history. Through lectures, viewing, reading and research projects, students analyze choreography and apply various components to developing threir own studies in solo, duet, and trio works which are performed in a final student showcase. (Prerequisite: THR366)
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2.00 Credits
This course is a further study and practice of classical ballet technique and expands students' work upon material taught in THR367. With a focus on body alignment, increased strength and flexibility, and technical accuracy and proficiency, this class concentrates on more complex movement variations, increased ballet vocabulary, individual expression, artistry in execution of movement, and performance quality. Along with a complete barre and technique class, students work on choreographed pieces that are performed in a final student showcase. This course is an elective. (Prerequisite: THR367)
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to explore other topics and dance techniques in this discipline. The student may seek to develop skills learned in previous courses or the student may choose a completely different area of dance as desired. This is offered by the instructor on an "as needed" basis. The instructor establishes learning outcomes, teaching techniques, and assessment according to the students' needs.
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4.00 Credits
Studio course focusing on the basic fundamentals of stage direction. Script analysis and directorial concepts are executed throughout the semester in preparation for a final prepared performance in the form of a one act play or excerpt from a full-length play. As directing requires knowledge of many aspects of the theatrical art, this course is seen as a culminating activity taken after a solid foundation of other theatre course work. Attendance at area productions is required. (Prerequisite: THR241)
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4.00 Credits
Studio course focusing on the basic fundamentals of stage direction. Script analysis and directorial concepts are executed throughout the semester in preparation for a final prepared performance in the form of a one act play or excerpt from a full-length play. As directing requires knowledge of many aspects of the theatrical art, this course is seen as a culminating activity taken after a solid foundation of other theatre course work. Attendance at area productions is required. (Prerequisite: THR241)
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4.00 Credits
A comprehensive survey of the methods of incorporating drama in the life of the church. Students will be given a brief overview of the history and theory of drama in the church. The main thrust of the course will be dedicated to the writing, designing, building, acting, directing and producing original Christian dramas by the students to be incorporated into their specific area of church work (Director of Christian Outreach, Director of Christian Education, Pastor, layperson). Rehearsal outside of class and performance in campus chapel is required.
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4.00 - 16.00 Credits
Students participate in a first hand theatre experience at a local professional or semi-professional theatre. The student, through observation and/or direct involvement, learns practical application of drama theories and theatrical principles. The student and internship advisor select an appropriate internship site that meets the needs and interests of the student. (Prerequisite: Consent of advisor and department chair)
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