2022-2023 Course List

2022-2023


THEA

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

The study of lighting equipment, usage, techniques, and stage lighting design. S

Solving particular lighting design challenges. ALT-F

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