2015-2016 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

THTR-2130 Dramatic Literature –Sp 3 hours Study of the historical development of dramatic styles, theory, criticism, and construction. Can be applied to meet English or speech requirements, but not both. THTR-2350 Directing I –Fa 3 hours Practical study of play directing methods, theories, and techniques applied through class projects. Students will direct scenes with complete artistic oversight, fulfilling every role and function of a director. This course is also helpful to education majors who will have to assist in educational theatre productions. THTR-2410 Advanced Performance Techniques –Sp 3 hours An advanced course in solo theatre performance where students learn performance techniques in monologues and monodrama. Special emphasis is placed on the solo presentation of multiple characters in both narrative and dramatic literature. Prerequisite: THTR-2430 Acting I or permission of instructor. THTR-2430 Acting I –Fa, Sp 3 hours Study in the principle theories of realistic acting is balanced with practice in experiencing character creation. Principles of physical and emotional character development are explored. THTR-2440 Stagecraft III –Fa 1 hour This course is designed to give the student an opportunity to work on the execution of an assigned design for the mainstage. The student may execute a set piece, costume, or lighting design. Prerequisite: THTR-1450 Stagecraft II. THTR-2460 Costume Design –Sp 3 hours Designed to provide the student with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills for designing costumes for a theatrical production. Each student will develop this craft through individual projects and work on a mainstage production. (Fee: $50) THTR-2470 Makeup Design –Fa, Sp 2 hours Designed to provide the student with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills for makeup design and execution for a theatrical production. Each student will develop this craft through individual projects and work on a mainstage production. (Fee: $150) THTR-2500 Introduction to Scenic Design –Sp 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student introductory overview of numerous aspects of scenic design, including history, technical issues, set construction, and contemporary design techniques for the traditional proscenium stage. There will be an emphasis on developing clear conceptual goals, supporting those goals with visual and text-based research, and translating those ideas into a cohesive scenic design. (Fee:$60) THTR-2510 The Arts and Social Change –Sp 3 hours The nature of this course is to provide background in theory and practical work in arts related areas that focus on efforts to work effectively on behalf of those who are politically, economically, behaviorally, or spiritually oppressed. (odd years) THTR-3420 Theatre History I –Fa 2 hours An analysis of performative modes of a given culture within a historical study, reinforcing appreciation of the past and strengthening the understanding of one’s own culture as well as different cultures. General survey of theatre history from the pre- Greek era to the present. Focus will be on prevailing philosophical orientation, major dramatists, theatre architecture and staging practices, styles of performance, costume design, innovations, and development. THTR-3430 Theatre History II –Sp 2 hours Survey of staging practices and innovations from mid-17th century to present, with study of representative plays from each era. THTR-3440 Stage Costume History –Fa 3 hours A general survey of western costuming for the stage from pre-Grecian to late twentieth century. This course provides an overview of the evolution of fashion as well as the social and cultural history affecting fashion change. (Fee: $40) THTR-3450 Stagecraft IV –Sp 1 hour This course is designed to give the theatre major with a design concentration an opportunity to work in the chosen area of their senior theatre project. The student will execute a design for a mainstage production and may assist in the design process. Prerequisite: THTR-2440 Stagecraft III. THTR-3460 Acting II –Sp 3 hours An advanced course which builds upon and expands realism to showcase performance of Greek playwrights, Moliere, Shakespeare, and post-modern styles. Intensive studio work includes exploration of the cultures surrounding styles, as well as audition skills. Prerequisite: THTR-2430 Acting I THTR-3470 Dramaturgy –Sp 3 hours This course provides background in specialized theatre research for students interested in teaching theatre history, drama, dramatic literature, and directing productions at the secondary or college level. THTR-3490 Stage Lighting Design –Fa 3 hours The study of stage lighting theory and practice. Students will complete exercises in lighting design. Material covered includes basic electricity, equipment, and instruments. Practicum and stage work required. (Fee: $35) (even years) THTR-3510 Directing II –Sp 3 hours An advanced course exploring the direction of period plays and stylistic genres other than realism. Student projects might include one-act or full-length plays. Students will become familiar with influential contemporary directors and directing theories. Prerequisite: THTR-2350 Directing I. THTR-3520 Scenic Painting –Sp 3 hours This course is designed to introduce students to scenic painting techniques. The student will hone painting skills through class projects. (Fee: $75) (even years) THTR-3530 2 hours Techniques of American Musical Theatre –Fa Structured as a studio dance class, basic steps and movements are taught for styles ranging from ballet, jazz, ballroom, and lyrical hip hop. Students gain skills from guest choreographers for performing in musical theatre. Appropriate for theatre and music students. (Fee: $75) THTR-3610 Theatre for Young People –Fa 2 hours For integrated language arts majors and theatre students desiring a theatre elective. Provides background and experience in theatre games, improvisation techniques, and educational theatre productions for pre-K through grade 12. Includes role-playing, play therapy, and dramatherapy theory. Prerequisite: admission to Teacher Education Program or theatre major or permission of instructor. (Fee: $60) (odd years) THTR-3650 Playwriting –Fa 3 hours This course is designed as a means of providing an opportunity for the student to concentrate on the writing of plays as a part of preparation for graduate work, ministry and worship, and the creation of new works for theatre. The emphasis will be on creative storytelling in dramatic form, including experimental work in varying formats. (even years) THTR-3850 2 hours Seminar in Arts Administration and Arts Law –Sp A seminar course providing background in arts administration and arts law, with significant research and presentation responsibilities for students. An overview of issues involved in the operation of arts organizations.(Fee: $75) THTR-4400 Professional Preparation Seminar –Fa 2 hours Prepares the senior theatre arts student for entry into the professional arts community and/or graduate study. Topics include audition/portfolio preparation and presentation, resumé writing, interviewing techniques, graduate study/assistantship options, professional union affiliation, etc. (Fee: $125) Page 197 2015–16 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions THTR-2130 – THTR-4400