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THE 220 Stage Lighting
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Principles of stage lighting design and practice. Includes historical context, electricity and lamps, fixtures, dimming
equipment, control equipment, color media use and handling, design techniques, special effects and set up, and safety
procedures. Also includes care, maintenance, proper use of lighting equipment, organization of lighting work, and
operation.
Corequisite(s): THE 222
Offered: Fall.
THE 222 Stage Lighting Crew
1 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lab)
Organizing, setting up and operating of stage lighting for approved theatrical productions. Includes analysis of designer
information, cost estimates and budgeting, planning and execution of operations, and control board techniques for
rehearsals and performances.
Corequisite(s): THE 220
Offered: Fall.
THE 223 Scene Design
3 cr. hrs. 5 periods (2 lec., 3 lab)
Principles of scene design for various types of stage and models of productions. Includes historical context, theater
architecture, scenic elements, design process and research, development of working drawings, perspective rendering,
color use, period styles in furniture and architecture, and script analysis. Also includes cost estimates, material choices,
advanced construction techniques, paint mixing and application techniques, stage furniture overview, and set dressing
and finishing.
Offered: Spring.
THE 245 Principles of Dramatic Structure SUN# THE 2220
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Examination of the structural elements of major dramatic forms and styles. Includes role of the dramaturge; examination
of major themes; analysis of dramatic forms, styles, and actor-audience relationships; visualizing a text; and character
analysis. Also includes analysis of text for language and poetic elements, dramatic criticism, and play production as a
collaborative effort.
Offered: Spring.
THE 250 Intermediate Acting I
3 cr. hrs. 4 periods (2 lec., 2 lab)
Theory and practice of creating sustained character portrayals through the performance of a series of monologues, chosen
from a broad spectrum of both classical and contemporary theatrical literature. Includes participation in physical and vocal
exercises and improvisations, exercises to expand actor’s instruments, study of Shurtleff theory, nuances of auditions, and
technique of voice over. Also includes performance of audition monologues, audition scenes, audition songs, scenes for an
audition, commercial scripts, and oral report on audition experiences.
Prerequisite(s): THE 103, 111 or concurrent enrollment, 149.
Offered: Fall.
THE 251 Intermediate Acting II
3 cr. hrs. 4 periods (2 lec., 2 lab)
Performance-oriented class focuses on the practice and theory of pre-realistic styles of acting, and focuses on Shakespeare
through the use of verse and prose. Includes the performance and analysis of Commedia del Arte, Moliere (Neoclassicism),
and Restoration.
Prerequisite(s): THE 104 and 111 or concurrent enrollment, and THE 151 or 250.
Offered: Spring.
THE 296 Independent Studies in Theater
1-4 cr. hrs. 3-12 periods (3-12 lab)
Students work at various assigned tasks in theatrical settings under the guidance of an instructor. Includes the opportunity
for the student to design his/her own project with the instructor’s approval.
Information:
May be taken eight times for a maximum of eight credit hours.
Consent of instructor is required before enrolling in this course.
Offered: May not be offered this year, check class schedule.
THEATER
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