2013 – 2014 - Barton College

138 Arts and Sciences: Communication and Performing ArtsTHE 310. Advanced Acting. 3.This course will involve the rigorous study of advanced acting techniques, character analysis,rehearsal process, and presentation style in relation to selected monologues and scenes. Exercisesfor physical, vocal, and interpretive skills will be undertaken, and a final performance before anaudience is required. Fall, alternate years.Prerequisite: THE 110.THE 314. Theatre History. 3.This course will address the history of theatre from its origins to the present time with an emphasison primary motivators and innovators in the field. Key political, cultural and socio-economicfactors, and their influence on individuals and institutions will be studied, as well as major periodsand their representative dramatists. This will be an oral-intensive course with group and individualpresentations used to cover the material. This course is appropriate for non-majors, and there is noprerequisite, although THE 201 is advised. Fall, alternate years.THE 320. Musical Theatre Seminar. 4.This course will explore musical theatre as an essential component of the dramatic experience.Studies will include history, script analysis, character development, and performance techniques,using scenes and musical selections from a variety of shows. Students will be required to sing withlive and recorded accompaniment; vocal training is recommended, though not required. Studentsenrolled in THE 320 will be required to attend classes in THE 015, Movement and Dance forTheatre. Spring.Prerequisites: MUS 061, or 062 and THE 110 (Beginning Acting).THE 330. Directing. 3.This course will study the craft of play directing, including material selection, casting, rehearsals,and the principles of intention-driven composition (imagery, movement, tempo, and rhythm). Eachstudent directs exercises in class and produces a one-act play. Fall, alternate years.THE 340. Voice and Diction. 3.This course is designed to heighten awareness and improved execution of vocal communication.Public speaking is studied and employed as well as group and individual exercises to target specificareas of concern for students. Standard American English and the International Phonetic Alphabetare utilized. Spring, alternate years.THE 480. Special Studies in Theatre. 3.Directed individual research or creative work in theatre and special study in areas not coveredby course listings. Fall, Spring.Note: Also offered as THE 481 for one semester hour, and as THE 482 for two semester hours.