THEATER 1130 3 credits
Introduction to the Theater
A survey of the elements of the theater; units on dramatic literature, history of the theater, dance, dramatic theory and criticism, and technical theater. GE: FA

THEATER 1230 3 credits
Technical Theater I: Stagecraft
The basic principles and techniques of set construction, scene design and lighting are studied and practiced in production situations.

THEATER 1430 3 credits
Oral Interpretation of Literature
Theory and practice of the oral communication of the major prose and poetic forms of literature.

THEATER 1930 3 credits
Voice and Diction
The study of the speaking voice; vocalization, articulation and pronunciation of language. Emphasis upon actor training and individual improvement.

THEATER 2130 3 credits
Play Reading and Analysis
The contemporary repertoire and play analysis from the literary and theatrical standpoints: form, style, plot, character, theme, and staging requirements. Lecture and small group discussion.

THEATER 2220 3 credits
Play Production
Costuming, makeup and business organization, particularly geared toward educational theater. Through lecture, readings and laboratories, the history and construction of costumes, basic types of makeup and prosthetics, and business organization including public relations are studied.

THEATER 2230 3 credits
Technical Theater II: Lighting
Application of lighting design to the stage and natural environment; color principles, lighting instruments and control equipment. Production participation and labs.

THEATER 2500 1-3 credits
Topics in Theater
In depth study of topics of interest in theater. The topics to be studied will be identified in the course title.

THEATER 2730 3 credits
Acting I: Elements of Acting
The physical, vocal and interpretive aspects and elements of acting. Improvisatory exercises and rehearsal and performance of scenes from modern plays.

THEATER 2830 3 credits
Acting II: Advanced Scene Work
Character analysis, scene objectives, intentions, relationships, and physical and vocal characterization are studied through rehearsal and performance of scenes from Ibsen, Checkhov, Strindberg, and Shaw. P: THEATER 2730 or permission of instructor.

THEATER 2900 3 credits
Dance for Music Theater
A dance workshop class for learning several styles of dance found in the American musical tradition. Basic elements of choreography for musicals from solo to large group dance numbers.

THEATER 2950 3 credits
Movement for Theater
Fundamentals of movement and body awareness necessary for acting in theater. Exercises in dance, mime, combat, juggling, and physical comedy.

THEATER 3220 2 credits
Teaching Methods in Theater and Drama
Methods, procedures and institutional materials for high school curricular and cocurricular theater and drama programs.

THEATER 3230 3 credits
Advanced Oral Interpretation of Literature
A continuation of THEATER 1430 with an introduction to group performance in Reader's Theater. P: THEATER 1430.

THEATER 3250 3 credits
Technical Theater III: Scenic Design
An introduction to the world of scenic design for the theater. Basic skills of drafting and rendering are learned and artistic expression is cultivated.

THEATER 3330 3 credits
Play Direction
The basic principles and techniques of play direction, including the choice of play, the rehearsal schedule, the analysis of the play, interpretation, blocking and directing the actors are examined through lecture and practical experience.

THEATER 3400 3 credits
Drafting for the Theater
An introduction for drafting conventions used in theater. Basic skills of mechanical drafting and Computer Aided Drafting for scenery, furniture, and props are learned through practical exercises.

THEATER 3450 1-3 credits
Directed Studies in Theater
Supervised participation in writing, producing, stage managing, directing or acting in a theatrical production. May be repeated up to 6 credits.

THEATER 3920 3 credits
Acting III: Style Acting
The theory and practice of acting in plays from the classical theater with a special emphasis upon scene work from Shakespeare and Moliere. P: THEATER 2730 and THEATER 2830 or permission of instructor.

THEATER 4220 3 credits
Recent and Contemporary Drama
Social, intellectual and scientific forces characteristic of recent times as reflected through the medium of drama. Plays written by European, British and American writers will be read. GE: FA

THEATER 4530 1-3 credits
Independent Study
Independent pursuit of a creative project designed by the student and supervised by a staff member.

THEATER 4630 3 credits
History of Theater and Drama
A general survey of the rise and development of the theater and drama from Egypt to Shakespeare. GE: FA

THEATER 4660 1-8 credits
Cooperative Field Experience
Enhancement of the educational experience through placement of a student with a cooperating agency, business, industry, or institution. The nature of the assignment, type of experience, number of credits and evaluation procedure to be stipulated in a statement of agreement (learning contract) between the student and the department.

THEATER 4730 3 credits
History of Theater and Drama
A continuation of THEATER 4630. A general survey of the rise and development of the theater and drama from Moliere to Ibsen. P: Junior standing. GE: FA

THEATER 4830 3 credits
Seminar in Theater
A critical examination of one area within the theater field, the specific subject to be determined by the instructor, the needs of the student and the current problems in the field. This is an elective course and is not repeatable. P: senior standing, or junior standing and permission of the department.

THEATER 4930 3 credits
Studio Production
Individual student production and direction of dramatic scripts. P: THEATER 1230, THEATER 3330, and junior standing.