2021-2022 Course List

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Prerequisites:

Consent 

A performance based class concentrating on using the song as the basis for acting.

Introductory survey of American Musical Theatre history and repertoire as well as performance techniques for the singing actor. ALT-F

Study and exercises in vocal development emphasizing the demands of stage speech. S

Theatre speech including study of the International Phonetic Alphabet. F

A study and practice of dialects most often used in performance. ALT-S

A continuation of Stage Dialects I. ALT-F

Advanced scene studies with a focus on analysis and the varied approaches to developing motivations. ALT-S

The development of individual performance craft and advanced acting methodologies. ALT-F

Advanced scene studies in classical and stylized dramatic literature. ALT-S

Development of performance craft for the media. ALT-S

An exploration of basic skills involved in unarmed combat and a variety of historical weapons systems with primary emphasis on theatricality and safety. F

Exposes students to the functions of theatre managers through case studies, discussions, practical application and readings. ALT-S

Advanced studies in script analysis, actor psychology, and staging techniques culminating in performance projects with critical analysis. S

Development of techniques and skills in the creation of scenery. F

Refinement of model building and drawing skills in theatrical design. S

A visual appreciation of assorted cultures through the study of their architecture, decoration, furniture, utensils, etc.

Provides information on materials and techniques of scenic painting with a large amount of lab time for experimentation with technique. ALT-F

Enhances the advanced theatre student's ability to show complex elements of a theatrical design in a clear manner using accepted theatrical drafting methods. ALT-F

Explores duties and construction techniques of the theatre technical director including budgeting, stage machinery, theatrical systems, and project management. ALT-F

Theory and techniques in costume design and execution. F

Advanced costume design theory and techniques. ALT-S

Concepts and application of costume design and production for the Dance.

Survey of costume history from ancient Egypt to 1900. ALT-S

Practical application of advanced makeup techniques. ALT-S