Apr 24, 2024  
2021-2022 College Catalog 
    
2021-2022 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


T = Theory (Instruction via lecture, recitation, discussion, demonstration, or seminar.)
L = Laboratory (Practical Application)
C = Clinical

 

Theatre

  
  • THR 113 - Theatre Workshop I


    1 Hour

    This is the first in a six-course sequence providing practical experience in the production and performance of a dramatic presentation with assignments in scenery, lighting, props, choreography, sound, costumes, make-up, publicity, acting, directing, and other aspects of theatre production.
  
  • THR 114 - Theatre Workshop II


    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: THR 113 
    This course is a continuation of THR 113 .
  
  • THR 120 - Theatre Appreciation


    3 Hours

    This course is designed to increase appreciation of contemporary theater. Emphasis is given to the theater as an art form through the study of history, theory of drama, and the contributions to modern media. This course places emphasis on playwright, actor, director, designer, and technician to modern media. Attendance at theater productions may be required.
  
  • THR 126 - Introduction to Theater


    3 Hours

    This course is designed to teach the history of the theater and the principles of drama. It also covers the development of theater production and the study of selected plays as theatrical presentations.
  
  • THR 131 - Acting Techniques I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: ENR 098  with grade of C or higher placement
    This is the first of a two-course sequence in which the student will focus on the development of the body and voice as the performing instruments in acting. Emphasis is placed on pantomime, improvisation, acting exercises, and building characterizations in short acting scenes.
  
  • THR 132 - Acting Techniques II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: THR 131 
    This course is a continuation of THR 131 .
  
  • THR 216 - Theatrical Make-Up


    2 Hours

    This course is a study of the materials and techniques of theatrical make-up.
  
  • THR 236 - Stagecraft


    3 Hours

    This course is a study of the principles, techniques, and materials in theatrical scenery and lighting.
  
  • THR 241 - Voice and Speech for the Performer


    3 Hours

    This is a beginning course in the effective and healthy use of the vocal instrument for performance. It is designed to approach both the physical and mental processes of vocal production and includes the following: learning a physical/vocal warm-up, dialect reduction, articulation, class performance, and written exams.
  
  • THR 281 - Stage Movement I


    3 Hours

    This is the first in a two-course sequence offering the student a basic introduction to movement for the stage for those interested in acting or dance. The course also includes consideration of role development through movement.
  
  • THR 282 - Stage Movement II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: THR 281 
    This course is a continuation of THR 281 .
  
  • THR 296 - Directed Studies in Theatre


    2 Hours

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
    This course deals with problems in theater and art management. Problems may be arranged in conjunction with other disciplines in the Fine Arts.