2001-2002 Academic Catalog

Arts Theatre THTR-123 Voice and Diction-W 3 hours Designed to assist the student in strengthening and maintaining the speaking voice. Areas of study include voice physiology, effective breathing for speaking, voice quality, and articulation. A brief examination ofmajorvocal problems is also given. THTR-141 Introduction to Theatre-A,W,Su 4 hours Involves study of the history and development of theatre. Dramatic literature is considered as a reflection ofman and culture during various periods, dealing with philosophy, religion, and sociopolitical thought. A brieflook at acting skills is also offered. THTR-142 Introduction to Technical Theatre-Sp 5 hours An overview course in all areas of technical theah·e, including design. Intended to give the student a broad understanding of the basic principles and procedures used in the design of scenery, costuming, lighting, sound, and production management. Practicum required. (Fee $25) THTR-143 Stage Movement-Sp 3 hours The course will be an intensive practicum in theah·ical stage movement designed for the individual with an interest in acting. Classes will consist of studio sessions incorporating movement exercises which stress/correct use ofthe mechanical and anatomical components of human movement. Emphasis will be given to increased awareness ofindividual movement characteristics and the application ofmovement variations to character development. Students will learn Laban Effort-Shape and various improvisational movement techniques. THTR-146 Theatre Participation-A,W,Sp 1 hour Students who participate in a Communication Arts-directed play may receive one hour of credit. Participation must occur over a minimum of four weeks of the rehearsal process. Credit may be applied only to the quarter in which the participation occurs, or the quarter itm11ediately following. Repeatable up to four hours. Credit/ No credit. Prerequisite: permission ofinstructor. THTR-148 PlayProduction-W 3 hours Provides an overview of the elements of play production (including direction, dramaturgy, design, producing, stage management, promotion, etc.) Through lecture and experience the student will be introduced to the practical aspects of producing a play. The ideas will be explored from a director's involvement with these elements. THTR-213 Dramatic Literature-Sp 4 hours Study of the historical development of dramatic styles, the01y, criticism, and construction. Can be applied to meet English or speech requirements, but not both. Drama st11de11/s fi'eq11e11/~J' express their creative talents and abilities on stage in such productions as "The Pirates of Penzance". THTR-235 Principles of Play Directing-Sp 4 hours Practical study of play directing methods and techniques applied through class projects. Students will direct and perform play cuttings from a variety of dramatic literature types during the quarter. The class is especially helpful to education majors who will have to assist in educational theatre productions. THTR-240 Stagecraft-A,W,Sp 2 hours The class is designed to acquaint the student with selected elements ofplay production. Students are assigned a project in an area of stagecraft, such as set conshuction/decoration, properties, lighting, or costuming in relation to the mounting of a theah·ical production. Credit/no credit; repeatable to six hours. THTR-241 Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation-A 5 hours The study of literature through the medium of oral performance involves development in analysis and performance skills. Interpreta– tion theories and techniques that deal with poetry, prose, and dramatic literature are presented. THTR-242 Stage Costume and Makeup Design-W 4 hours This course is designed to prepare the Theatre Arts students in the design and practical application of costume and makeup for perfor– mance. Attention is given to an understanding ofrelevant historical periods and theatrical styles. The01y and practice are both empha– sized. Prerequisite: COM 142 Intro. to Technical Theatre (Fee $40) THTR-243 Principles of Acting-W 3 hours Study in the principal theories of realistic acting is balanced with practice in experiencing character creation. Principles ofphysical and emotional character development are explored. THTR-245 Scenic Design-A 4 hours A theatre scenic design course which emphasizes the analysis and interpretation of the script, use ofresearch material and techniques of presentation. Includes an introduction to the standard practices of drafting. Practicum required. Prerequisite: THTR-142 Intro. to Technical Theatre. THTR-342 Theatre History-A 5 hours Analysis ofperformative modes of a given culture, within a historical study, reinforcing appreciation of the past and strengthen– ing the understanding of one's own culture as well as different cultures. General survey of theatre hist01y from the pre-Greek era to the present. Focus will be on prevailing philosophical orientation, major dramatists, theah·e architecture and staging practices, styles of performance, costume design, innovations, and development. THTR-346AdvancedActing-Sp 3 hours Designed to build upon knowledge and training learned in THTR- 243 Principles of Acting. Attention will be given to scene study, acting theory, and audition principles. THTR-347 Dramaturgy-Sp 5 hours Course provides background in specialized theatre research for students mterested in teaching theatre history, drama, dramatic literature, and directing productions at the secondary or college level. THTR-349 Stage Lighting Design-W 4 hours The study of stage lighting theory and practice. Students will complete exercises in lighting design. Material covered would include basic electricity, equipment, and instruments. Practicum required. Prerequisite: THTR-142 Intro. to Technical T71eatre. THTR-351 Advanced Directing-W 4 hours An advanced course exploring the direction ofperiod plays and stylistic genres other than realism. Student projects might include one-act or full-length plays. Students would become familiar with influential contemporary directors and directing theories. Prerequi– site: THTR-235 Principles ofPlay Directing. THTR-361 Teaching Creative Dramatics 3 hours For elementary and seconda1y education majors seeking a teaching license in speech. Acquaints students with creative dramatics and educational theatre productions for pre-K through grade 12. Includes role playing, improvisation, storytelling, theatre games, play therapy, pantomime, and drama production. Prerequisite: admission to teacher education program and/or major in communication arts. THTR-362 Teaching Secondary Drama-W 2 hours For majors seeking certification in speech education. Designed as an elective to meet the needs of students planning to teach secondary school drama classes and direct school plays and drama competit10ns. English education students may also be admitted to the course to meet the needs ofEnglish teachers who teach and direct secondary drama. Prerequisite: introduction to education blockorpermission of instructor.