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THEA
1710 Improvisation
(0-1-1)
An introductory course designed to enable students, individually and in groups, to learn
process-centered performance techniques using unscripted concepts. Students are
introduced to basic principles of stage movement, vocal technique and creative dramatics.
Corequisite: None.
Offered: Spring.
THEA
2100 Stagecraft
(3-0-3)
Students put theatrical theory into practice as they work on the technical and managerial
phases of productions. Students will learn the fundamental elements of stage design, set
construction, lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, properties, publicity, stage and house
management. Successful completion of a crew assignment will be required.
Prerequisite: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring, as needed.
THEA 2210 Voice and Diction
(3-0-3)
An introduction to vocal training for the production of Standard American Speech with
an emphasis on resonance, breath control, vocal relaxation and posture using the
International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and a variety of approaches to contemporary vocal
training.
Prerequisite: READ 0099, ENGL 0099, ENGL 0989 or satisfactory English scores to
place into co-requisite remediation or higher.
Offered: On demand.
THEA
2301 Scene Design for the Stage
(2-4-3)
This course will introduce the student to the fundamental elements of scenic design.
Several styles of staging, proscenium stage, black box, outdoor and variations of theatre
in the round, will be discussed. Students will learn the basics of stage drafting and scale
modeling in order to convey basic design ideas to others. Period design and decoration
will be discussed.
Prerequisite: THEA 2100.
Offered: On demand.
THEA
2306 Lighting Design for the Stage
(2-4-3)
This course will introduce the student to the fundamental elements of lighting design.
Through discussion of lighting equipment (dimming and fixtures) and accessories (color
medium, projeciton patterns, effect generators), technique and style, the student will gain
basic knowledge of stage lighting and its impact on theatrical production.
Prerequisite: THEA 2100.
Offered: Fall.
THEA
2312 Sound Design for Theatre
(2-4-3)
This course will acquaint the student with the process of sound design for theatrical
production. Basic instruction will deal with the equipment and technique necessary to
reproduce sound effects and background music for the stage.
Prerequisite: THEA 2100.
Offered: On demand.
THEA 2315 Computer Applications for Theatre
(2-2-3)
This course will provide the student with an overview of computer applications as they
relate to theatre production. CAD for stage design and computer enhanced stage
equipment will be discussed.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Technical Theatre Program or by permission of
instructor.
Offered: On demand.