Theatre

Brief survey of the history of the theatre; elements of theatre; typical functions of the various personnel in theatre production; analysis of a play script; viewing and critique of live theatre performance. This course meets a General Education Core Curriculum requirement. Fall.

Basic acting techniques, emphasizing a structured approach. Includes scene work from play scripts. Fall.

A lecture-laboratory course; fundamental drafting and construction techniques for stage and studio scenery; hardware and basic procedures in lighting for stage/studio. Spring.

Methods of acting for television and film, incorporating movement, vocal quality, drawing on self for character exploration, how to read and interpret scripts, and how to work with directors and technical staff. Fall.

Selected play scripts from the Classic Greeks to the present; as literary art and from the perspective of production mechanics and theatre practioners. Prerequisite: ENGL 210. Spring.

This course deals with the visual design elements used in the stage and studio. Composition, color, spatial relationships, line, and movement for scene and costume are discussed. Topics include: design processes, artistic media for renderings, perspective techniques, and creating a ground plan and elevations. Prerequisite: THEA 250. Fall.

This course is an introduction to playwriting; emphasis on creating dialogue, writing theory and techniques; introduction to dramaturgy and staged reading. Prerequisite: ENGL 102. Fall every even year.