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  • 3.00 Credits

    A comprehensive survey of Western (and influential non-Western) theatre from the 18th century to the present. Open to all university majors. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, a student will be able to: (1) Outline dramatic literature and staging conventions of Western (and influential non-Western) theatre from the 18th century to the present. (2) Explain the main cultural contexts for theatrical production in those periods. (3) Describe how earlier theatre can and does inform contemporary practice. (4) Apply research techniques and experience to artistic concerns. (5) Expand skills in critical and creative thinking through written and oral communication.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduction to Theatre is a beginning survey of the theatre arts - a starting point toward a general appreciation of the dramatic form and theatrical process. The course explores theatre's historical significance and its contemporary relevance. Students will actively participate in several theatrical activities in the roles of playwrights, critics, actors and designers over eight weeks to develop some understanding of the collaborative process that goes into staging a play, in order that they may become informed artistic audiences in the future. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Demonstrate the unique synthesis that shapes the theatrical process exploring how all disciplines and elements of all the arts combine to create great theatre. (2) Explain the diverse roles required in the production process. (3) Develop creative expression skills in the areas of playwriting, theatre criticism, acting and theatrical design. (4) Answer the question "why is theatre still important in today's changing world?" (5) Examine the cultural and historical significance of theatre through several historical periods of theatre excellence and distinction - including a look at the master playwrights and major innovations in style and design. (6) Develop awareness of the cultural and ethnic diversity reflected in theatre. (7) Develop student play analysis skills such that they may effectively discuss their personal aesthetic response to a theatrical work with discipline - informed appropriate vocabulary.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Song Analysis through the use of text lyric and music. Students apply script and score analysis and fundamentals of acting to song interpretation and performance. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to: (1) Analyze a role from the traditional musical theatre repertoire. 2) Apply fundamentals of acting to song. 3) Utilize lyric, music, and vocal technique in performance.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Song Analysis through the use of text lyric and music. Students apply script and score analysis and fundamentals of acting to song interpretation and performance. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to: (1) Analyze a role from the traditional musical theatre repertoire. 2) Apply fundamentals of acting to song. 3) Utilize lyric, music, and vocal technique in performance.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Advanced crew assignments and auditions for roles in theatre productions. Course Objectives (1) Gauge and adjust specific performance attributes based on audience response. (2) Prepare for and experience the audition process. (3) Establish a performer/audience rapport. (4) Examine the "Tech" process and how it affects the performer. (5) Utilize vocal, dance and acting skills to enhance character and plot development within a given production. (6) Exploit specific character traits and qualities discovered during the rehearsal/performance process. (7) Build a resume of performance roles that can lead to future employment as a working professional entertainer.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Advanced crew assignments and auditions for roles in theatre productions. Course Objectives (1) Gauge and adjust specific performance attributes based on audience response. (2) Prepare for and experience the audition process. (3) Establish a performer/audience rapport. (4) Examine the "Tech" process and how it affects the performer. (5) Utilize vocal, dance and acting skills to enhance character and plot development within a given production. (6) Exploit specific character traits and qualities discovered during the rehearsal/performance process. (7) Build a resume of performance roles that can lead to future employment as a working professional entertainer.
  • 2.00 Credits

    An introduction to text analysis using a variety of techniques. Scripts will be analyzed and related back to the student's specific area of study. For Theatre Majors. Course Objectives (1) Discuss different techniques used to investigate the crucial parts of the superstructure of a play. (2) Understand plot, character, theme, exposition, obstacle, dramatic conflict. (3) Be a viable member of the production team. (4) Discuss in a more informed way different playwrights and their approaches. (5) Understand wholly their input as theatre artisans.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course introduces students to the collaborative processes and aesthetics essential to making devised theatre. Devised theatre is a collaborative, often improvisational form of work by a group of people that is often physically driven, and may utilize non-traditional narrative structures and aesthetics. A devised piece of theatre has a unified vision shaped through continuous group discussion and employing a variety of theatrical practices. Beginning with the exploration of an idea based in literature, images, historical or political events, devisers then develop a structure and sequence through a rehearsal process that culminates in performance. BFA Theatre Arts Major or by permission. Course Objectives Explain the process of making devised theatre. (2) Develop a piece of devised theatre in collaboration with other artists. (3) Research resource materials for devised theatre. (4)Develop skills in non-traditional theatrical narratives an aesthetics. Listed Topics Devised Theatre, Physical Theatre, Theatre Making. Devised Theatre and its orgins. Performance, rituals. Improvistation Mime, dance, and performance art. Music, lighting, sound.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course allows students to continue developing the collaborative processes and aesthetics essential to making devised theatre. Devised theatre is a collaborative, often improvisational form of work by a group of people that is often physically driven, and may utilize non-traditional narrative structures and aesthetics. A devised piece of theatre has a unified vision shaped through continuous group discussion and employing a variety of theatrical practices. Beginning with the exploration of an idea based in literature, images, historical or political events, devisers then develop a structure and sequence through a rehearsal process that culminates in performance. BFA Theatre Arts Major or by permission. Course Objectives Demonstrate acting, movement, writing, or directing skills in the process of making devised theatre. (2) Produce a piece of devised theatre in collaboration with other artists. (3) Utilize a revision process in acting, movement, or writing for devised theatre (4)Employ in non-traditional theatrical narratives and aesthetics in the creation of original or devised work. Listed Topics Devised Theatre, Physical Theatre, Theatre Making. Devised Theatre and its orgins. Performance, rituals. Improvistation Mime, dance, and performance art. Music, lighting, sound.
  • 2.00 Credits

    The student will be encouraged to discover the possibilities of the imagination and to cultivate spontaneity, and will be provided with opportunities to exercise their possibilities. The student will learn basic improvisational performance skills, and will use their skills to create original work. Course Objectives (1) Explore their imaginations with a greater level of freedom than most technique classes. (2) Better utilize their improvisational skills in the creation of a dramatic character. (3) Develop and recreate dramatic scenes through the use of various improvisational exercises. (4) Utilize their skills to create original work. (5) Expand their ability to work more effectively with groups.
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