Course Descriptions
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THEATRE
TA100 Introduction to Theatre
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
Studies the development, theory, and processes of creating live performances through human expression.
TA111 Fundamentals of Technical Theatre
3 credits (6 lec-lab hrs/wk)
A practical introduction to scenic
construction and/or design, stage
rigging, lighting hang and focus, and
lighting and sound operation. This course is structured to support the technical needs of the theatre program’s production each term. Course is suitable for local theatre group members.
TA141 Acting I: Fundamental Techniques
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
Studies the methods, techniques,
and theory of acting as an art form, with an emphasis on the theories of Stanislavski. Performance of laboratory exercises, improvisations, and short scenes and monologues from plays are the basic teaching approaches.
TA142 Acting II: Fundamental Techniques
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
Studies the methods, techniques, and theory of acting as an art form. Performance of laboratory exercises and extended scenes from plays and a Shakespearean monologue are the basic teaching approaches.
TA143 Acting III: Fundamental Techniques
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
Studies the methods, techniques, and theory of acting as an art form. Performance of laboratory exercises, scene cuttings, a one-act play, and a
classical monologue are the basic
teaching approaches.
TA153 Rehearsal and Performance
(From Audition to Closing Night)
1-3 credits (variable hrs)
Training in theatre production through rehearsal of a play for public performance. Includes stage crew, production people, and performers.
TA241 Intermediate Acting Techniques: Styles
3 credits (3 lec hrs wk)
Surveys styles and techniques of
acting including improvisation and
physical preparation, with the emphasis on exploring the idea of styles.
Emphasis is placed on the incorporation of non-mimetic dramaturgy into
performance.
TA242 Intermediate Acting Techniques: Shakespeare
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
Surveys styles and techniques of acting, including mime, improvisation, voice and physical preparation, with the emphasis on Shakespeare performance.
TA243 Intermediate Acting Techniques: Auditioning
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
Surveys styles and techniques of acting, including improvisation, voice and
physical preparation, with the emphasis on auditioning, portfolio development, and acting professionally.
TA254 Directing I: The Art of Directing
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
Practical exposure to the fundamentals
of play direction: conceptualization,
casting, staging, actor coaching, and design collaboration. Culminates in public performances of student-directed scenes or one-act plays.
Prerequisites: TA141 and TA142 with a “C” or better.
TA280 Field Experience
1-6 credits/term (3-18 lab hrs/wk)
This course offers career exploration and workplace experience within a widely defined number of supervised settings which provide professional experience in the field of Theater/Acting.
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
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