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THEATRE 1130
3 credits
Introduction to the Theatre
- A survey of the historical, literary and practical elements of the theatre.
- Components: Lecture
- GE: Fine Arts
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THEATRE 1230
3 credits
Stagecraft
- An introduction to scenery and lighting for theatrical production; includes sections on health and safety, construction, planning and research. Involves work on theatre productions.
- Components: Laboratory, Lecture
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THEATRE 1340
3 credits
Introduction to Design
- An introduction to the elements and principles of design as applied to theatre. Includes theatre-specific rendering techniques and design projects. (Fall)
- Components: Lecture
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THEATRE 1430
3 credits
Oral Interpretation of Literature
- Theory and practice of the oral communication of the major prose and poetic forms of literature.
- Components: Lecture
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THEATRE 1930
3 credits
Voice and Diction
- The study of the speaking voice; vocal production, articulation, pronunciation and interpretation text. (Every other Spring - even years)
- Components: Lecture
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THEATRE 2220
1 credit
Practicum I
- Supervised participation in productions, including but not limited to smaller acting roles, run crew, assistant directing or assistant stage managing, and assisting with props, costumes, set, construction and/or lighting.
- Components: Laboratory
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: consent of instructor
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THEATRE 2500
1 - 3 credits
Topics in Theatre
- In depth study of topics of interest in theatre. The topics to be studied will be identified in the course title.
- Components: Lecture
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: consent of instructor
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THEATRE 2730
3 credits
Beginning Acting
- Introduction to modern acting methods and the development of vocal and physical instruments through monologue and scene study. (Every other Fall - odd years)
- Components: Laboratory, Lecture
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THEATRE 2900
3 credits
Dance for Musical Theatre
- 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.
- Components: Lecture
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THEATRE 2950
3 credits
Movement for Theatre
- An exploration of the fundamentals of movement and body awareness which is necessary for acting in theatre.
- Components: Lecture
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THEATRE 3130
3 credits
Play Analysis
- An introduction to Formalist analysis of dramatic literature emphasizing a play's plot, character, themes, dialogue, images, tempo/rythm and production values. Representative works from the dramatic literary canon will be read and analyzed through lecture and small group discussion. (Every other Fall - odd years)
- Components: Lecture
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: THEATRE 1130
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THEATRE 3210
3 credits
Lighting Design
- Discussion and project work in the development and presentation of lighting for the theatre. (Every other Spring - even years)
- Components: Laboratory, Lecture
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: THEATRE 1230 and THEATRE 1340 and THEATRE 3130
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THEATRE 3220
3 credits
Theatre Teaching Methods
- Methods, procedures and instructional materials for teaching theatre in the secondary school curriculum.
- Components: Lecture
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THEATRE 3240
3 credits
Costume Design
- Discussion and project work in the development and presentation of costumes for the theatre.
- Components: Laboratory, Lecture
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: THEATRE 1230 and THEATRE 1340 and THEATRE 3130
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THEATRE 3250
3 credits
Scenic Design
- Discussion and project work in the development and presentation of scenery for the theatre. (Every other Spring - odd years)
- Components: Laboratory, Lecture
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: THEATRE 1230 and THEATRE 1340 and THEATRE 3130
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THEATRE 3400
3 credits
Drafting for the Theatre
- Introduction and study of mechanical drafting techniques used in theatre.
- Components: Lecture
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THEATRE 3450
1 credit
Practicum II
- Advanced participation in productions, including, but not limited to acting in a main role, stage managing, and designing.
- Components: Laboratory
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: THEATRE 2220 and permission of the instructor
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THEATRE 3830
3 credits
Advanced Scene Study
- Advanced scene work for the actor. Emphasis will be placed on character analysis, identifying scene objectives, playing intentions, relationships with other characters, and developing a physical and vocal characterization. Scenes will be chosen from modern dramatic literature. (Every other Fall - even years)
- Components: Laboratory, Lecture
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: Theatre 2730
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THEATRE 3920
3 credits
Classical Acting
- In depth exploration of the heightened textual demands and complex vocal and physical skills needed to perform classical theatre, with particular emphasis on Shakespearean and Greek drama. (Every other Spring - odd years)
- Components: Laboratory, Lecture
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: THEATRE 3830
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THEATRE 4210
3 credits
Dramatic Literature I
- Survey of dramatic literature from 1660-1945. (Every other fall - odd years)
- Components: Lecture
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: THEATRE 1130
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THEATRE 4220
3 credits
Dramatic Literature II
- A continuation of THEATRE 4210. A survey of dramatic literature from 1945 to the present. (Every other Spring - even years)
- Components: Lecture
- GE: Fine Arts
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: THEATRE 1130
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THEATRE 4530
1 - 3 credits
Independent Study
- Supervised exploration of a particular specialization in theatre.
- Components: Independent Study
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THEATRE 4630
3 credits
Theatre History I
- A general survey of the rise and development of the theatre and drama from its western origins to Shakespeare. (Every other Fall - even years)
- Components: Lecture
- GE: Fine Arts
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: THEATRE 1130
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THEATRE 4660
1 - 9 credits
Cooperative Field Experience
- Enhancement of the educational experience through placement of a student with a cooperative 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 department.
- Components: Field Studies
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THEATRE 4730
3 credits
Theatre History II
- A continuation of Theatre 4630. A general survey of the rise and development of the theatre and drama from the Restoration to the present. (Every other Spring - odd years)
- Components: Lecture
- GE: Fine Arts
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: THEATRE 1130
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THEATRE 4830
3 credits
Seminar in Theatre
- A critical examination of an area within the theatre field, the specific subject to be determined by the instructor, the needs of the students and the current problems in the field.
- Components: Lecture
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: consent of instructor
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THEATRE 4930
3 credits
Senior Capstone
- Senior thesis project in acting, directing and design.
- Components: Independent Study
- Prereqs/Coreqs: P: consent of instructor