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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS (THEA)
 THEA 1101 Drama Survey I
(3) *
A survey of the discovery of theatre beginning in ancient Greece continuing through the rise of Realism. Students will study theatre as a developed art form through reading, viewing and discussing plays representing diverse eras of history.
Drama Survey II may be taken independently of Drama Survey I.
THEA 1102 Drama Survey II
(3) *
A survey of the discovery of theatre from the rise of Realism through contemporary drama. Students will study theatre as a developed art form through reading, viewing and discussing plays representing diverse eras of history.
Drama Survey II may be taken independently of Drama Survey I.
THEA 1180 Stagecraft
(3) *
A course designed to provide the student with theoretical and working knowledge of technical theatre. An emphasis is placed on the fundamental techniques and processes used in theatre productions. Students will work on a departmental production.
THEA 1184 Acting I
(3) *
A course designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of acting for the stage. Course will include achievement of a simple objective, self and sensory awareness, relaxation, concentration and beginning scene and text analysis.
THEA 2110 Introduction to Design
(3) *
A course designed to introduce students to the fundamental elements of the design process, with emphasis on script analysis and visual communication.
Prerequisites: Basic Drawing highly recommended for Design and Technical Track Majors
THEA 2200 Stunts /Fights for Stage, TV and Film I
(3) *
A performance course covering basic stage movement, acrobatics, faints, falls, flips, kicks, slapstick comedy, hand-to-hand combat, and stage weapons when applicable.
THEA 2201 Stunts/Fights for Stage, TV and Film II
(3) *
A continuation of THEA 2200, adding period weaponry such as, but not limited to quarterstaff, broadsword, rapier, dagger, food fights, etc. for the stage.
THEA 2205 Movement for the Actor
(3) *
A course designed to develop body awareness by exploring movement connected to impulse and instinct, focusing on integration of the mind, body and spirit.
THEA 2210 Voice and Diction
(3)
To introduce students to the process of voice production, methods of Linklater's freeing the voice with emphasis on relaxation and breathing, and applicable techniques for working with text.
THEA 2283 Stage Management
(3)
A course designed to provide student with introduction to, and basic training in, the area of stage management.
THEA 2285 Theatre Practicum
(1-3)
Designed for students to gain practical experience in and outside their area of focus.
Prerequisites: Roles/responsibilities for credit must be approved by faculty.
(May be taken for 1-3 hours of credit per semester.)
THEA 2286 Makeup for the Stage
(3) *
A study in the theories and application of stage makeup. Topics may include corrective, old age and character makeup, as well as prosthetics.
THEA 2330 Script Analysis
(3)
A study of major genres of dramatic literature designed to provide the director, actor, designer, dramaturge and/or technician with basic guidelines for text analysis. Students will develop and utilize skills to thoroughly analyze text.
Prerequisite: THEA 1101 or 1102
THEA 2351 Acting II
(3)
A continuation of THEA 1184 which explores further character development through advanced scene work and improvisational exercises.
Prerequisite: THEA 1184
THEA 3272 Creative Dramatics
(3) On demand
A course which introduces methods of creating, designing and utilizing drama to enhance teaching skills and foster the educational development of students.
Highly recommended for early childhood and secondary education majors
THEA 3305 Period Styles of Acting
(3)
A course designed to introduce students to period styles of acting and movement which may include: Greek, Elizabethan, Comedy of Manners, Farce, Realism and the Theatre of the Absurd.
Prerequisites: THEA 1184, THEA 2351
THEA 3310 Playwriting/Screenwriting
(3)
A course designed to stimulate critical and creative thinking through the creation of original material. Students will be guided in the completion of writing a play/screenplay.
Prerequisite: THEA 2330, grade B or better in ENGL 1101 & 1102, or consent of instructor
THEA 3345 Musical Theatre
(3)
A practical study of techniques and styles of musical theatre.
Prerequisite: THEA 1184
THEA 3360 Scenic Design
(3)
An advanced study of the Scenic Design process. Students will apply the principles of design to scenery through intense practical assignments. Emphasis is placed on communication through Drafting, Renderings and Models.
Prerequisite: THEA 2110
THEA 3370 Directing
(3)
A course designed to introduce students to the director's role in interpreting, choosing, rehearsing and staging a play. Course includes direction for performance of a short play.
Prerequisites: THEA 1184, THEA 2110, THEA 2330
THEA 3381 Lighting Design
(3)
An advanced study of the Lighting Design process. Students will apply the principles of design to lighting through intense practical assignments. Emphasis is placed on communication through Rendering, Magic Sheets, and Lighting Plots.
Prerequisite: THEA 2110
THEA 3385 Costume Design
(3)
A course that acquaints the student with the basic skills needed to design theatrical costumes, which includes patterning and cutting/draping.
Prerequisite: THEA 2110
THEA 3420 Theatre Management/Arts Management
(3)
A course which introduces the fundamentals of Arts management. Course will investigate and navigate through the conflicting issues, strategies and opportunities in management in the Arts.
THEA 4451 Auditioning
(3)
A course designed for developing audition techniques and examining guidelines for audition procedures with emphasis on practical auditions, resume, headshots, selection of audition material and compilation of an audition portfolio.
Prerequisite: THEA 1184, THEA 2351
THEA 4470-2 Special Topics
(1-3)
A series of courses designed to provide students with advanced material/study in either performance or design tracks.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
THEA 4484 Senior Thesis
(3)
A course in which senior Theatre Arts majors bring their training and emphasis into focus. Senior thesis projects may be track-specific special projects in acting, design, directing, stage-managing or playwriting.
All proposals must be approved by the Department Chair and are subject to scheduling and faculty supervisory commitments.
* Denotes courses in Theatre Arts that may satisfy Fine Arts requirement in the Core Curriculum.
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