THE 103. DESIGN AND STAGECRAFT
2 lec. 2 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

The design and construction of scenery for theatrical performances. Topics may involve design on paper, building of models, construction methods for actual production and the study of lighting.

THE 105. INTRODUCTION TO THE THEATER
2 lec. 2 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

The elements of theater are examined with the objective of understanding the forms and practices of modern theater and their historical evolution. Concepts from lecture material are put to practical use in laboratory exercises.

THE 106. PLAY PRODUCTION
2 lec. 2 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

The techniques of theater practice; the selection of plays, choosing the casts, and directing and organizing of productions; the theory and practice of acting, costuming and scene design. The application of these techniques to various media and special-purpose presentation.

THE 109. ACTING I
2 lec. 2 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

This course introduces the student to the basic skills of acting; the development of imagination, self-awareness, body control and voice; the techniques of stage movement; textual analysis; creation of character; rehearsal; the application of these skills to various media and special-purpose presentation.

THE 110. HOW TO AUDITION
1 lec. 0 lab. 1 cr. hr.

This course develops the basic skills needed to complete a successful audition. Topics covered include: interviews, professional pictures and resumes, audition monologues, finding an agent or manager and cold readings.
Pre- or Corequisite: THE 105 or permission of instructor.

THE 120. PERFORMING SKILLS FOR THE CLASSROOM

3 lec. 0 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

This course empowers the education student with various performance skills to captivate and effectively convey information to students. Lessons involve the use of physical and vocal animation and enthusiasm, classroom humor, space, storytelling, role-playing, props, suspense and surprise. (Note: This course is intended for students preparing to be teachers.)

THE 161. THEATER PRACTICUM I
2 lec. 2 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

This course will enable the students to put theory into practice by experiencing first hand the creation of a live performance of a professional play from start to finish. This includes securing the rights to a play, pre-production meetings, casting, acting, stage managing, creating sets, lights, costumes, sound, props, multimedia, makeup, publicity and programs. The course will culminate in a series of public performances.
Pre- or Corequisite: THE 105 or permission of instructor.

THE 201. PLAY DIRECTING
2 lec. 2 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

Students will experience first-hand the theatre director’s role including his/her relation to the play, script, character analysis, the elements of drama, use of dialogue, dramatic devices, blocking and staging, casting, rehearsals and production. Also explored will be the director’s relationship to the producer, as well as the technical aspects of the production -- lights, set, sound, costumes, props and multi-media.

Prerequisite: THE 105.

THE 209. ACTING II
2 lec. 2 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

This course further develops the basic skills of acting that were introduced in Acting I. These skills include the development of imagination, emotional recall, sense memory, listening, body control, voice, improvisation, stage movement, textual analysis, creation of character, action and objective, rehearsal, and especially Scene Study, including the application of these skills to various media.
Prerequisite: THE 109 or instructor permission.

THE 220. PERFORMING FOR THE MEDIA
2 lec. 2 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

This course provides an opportunity to study the practical approaches to performance for the media. It is a study in contemporary performance with a basic and essential knowledge of on-camera acting for film and television, corporate presentations, reporting, as well as voice-over recording. There will also be some opportunity for self-directed learning with group performances in the television studio and audio production suites, as well as performing in student-directed video projects. The course places an emphasis on voice production and on-camera acting/performing techniques.
Prerequisite: COM 101 or SPE 101 or THE 109.

THE 261. THEATER PRACTICUM II
2 lec. 2 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

This course is an opportunity for the advanced performing arts student to take a leadership role in the creation of a live performance of a professional play from start to finish. This includes securing the rights to a play, pre-production meetings, casting, acting, stage managing, creating sets, lights, costumes, sound, props, multi-media, makeup, publicity and programs. The course will culminate in a series of public performances.
Prerequisite: THE 161.

THE 271. SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT I
1 cr. hr.

A special learning experience designed by one or more students with the cooperation and approval of a faculty member. Proposed study plans require departmental approval. Projects may be based on reading, research, travel, work experience, or other activities that advance the student’s knowledge and competence in oral communication, theatre or related subjects. The student’s time commitment to the project will be approximately 35-50 hours.

THE 272. SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT II
2 cr. hrs.

Similar to THE 271, except that student’s time commitment to the project will be approximately 70-90 hours.

THE 273. SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT III
3 cr. hrs.

Similar to THE 271, except that student’s time commitment to the project will be approximately 105-135 hours.