22 courses with the subject THTR, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
THTR 1101Voice and Movement3
This course introduces students to the fundamental interconnectedness of physical and vocal techniques that provide a basis for a career in the performing arts, as well as other fields in which public speaking and presenting is necessary for success. Theoretical approaches will include the work of both established theories as well as those that are new and emerging in the field. Through daily practice, students will develop a deeper and more personal understanding of their work as performers. Offered: Fall.
Explores the development of film from aesthetic, historical and cultural perspectives. Includes the work of past and present filmmakers in an attempt to analyze and evaluate the changing nature of film in every aspect. Asks students to examine the profound personal impact that this medium has had in their lives. Offered: Fall, Spring.
Become an educated spectator and explore the magic of theatre through viewing and reading plays, studying the richness and diversity of drama, and looking critically at the methods and styles of actors, directors, playwrights, and designers. Offered: Fall, Spring.
Media (3 cr) This course explores the role of television and digital media from a variety of perspectives including television's early beginnings through today's digital media industry. Narrative structure will be explored through comparisons of live theatre and television/digital media. Through the examination and evaluation of different genres, styles, and production processes, students will explore the profound personal impact that television and digital media has in their lives. Offered: Fall, Spring.
Immerse yourself in the world of theatre as you experience a range of productions, exploring styles, genres and production forms from diverse cultural and ethnic traditions. Explore the creative process of theatre artists, discovering how playwrights and directors bring their visions to life. Gain insight into the artistic goals and methods of Twin Cities theatres and enhance your ability to respond to theatre with both knowledge and enjoyment. There is an additional fee for this course. Offered: Fall, Spring.
This credit is earned through performance of a role in a Normandale main stage or faculty-approved theatrical production. Hours vary per week as determined by the rehearsal schedule for the production. Admission is by consent of the instructor and based on acquisition of the role through an audition process. The course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 total credits.
Introduction to the techniques and process of drafting and drawing for theatrical design including mechanical drawing, computer aided drafting, freehand rendering. This course will provide the skills and fundamental techniques needed in scenic, costume, and lighting design, and provide the foundation for THTR 2020 Basic Design and
Explore the basic theory and practice, the design purpose, tools, and methods of stage costuming to see how it enriches the meaning of the drama. Formulate criteria for interpreting designs and experience practical problem- solving through costume construction techniques for production. Costume shop hours required.
Explore the basic theory and practice, the design purpose, tools, and methods of stage makeup to see how it enriches the meaning of the drama. Experience practical problem- solving by executing multiple designs and makeup applications. Offered: Spring.
Explore the basic theory and practice, the design purpose, tools, and methods of stagecraft to see how it enriches the meaning of the drama. Formulate criteria for interpreting designs and experience practical problem-solving through stage construction techniques for production. Shop hours required. Offered: Fall.
The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to techniques and methods used to realize lighting and sound plots, with particular attention paid to the technical skills required to prepare, set, and run lighting and sound equipment in production. Offered: Spring.
Complete one course from MnTC Goal 10 (3 Credits) Complete additional course(s) to reach 60 credits total. The department recommends the following courses:
Includes specialized courses that offer students the opportunity to explore areas of theatre and film through more in-depth study. Topics courses do not satisfy goals of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum.
This course explores influential and contemporary world films, movements, and filmmakers. Film aesthetics and dramatic elements will be discussed in terms of national identity, culture, and globalization. To appreciate how film can shape your understanding of the world, students will consider the historical, cultural, and socio-political circumstances of several global films.
Focus on analyzing play scripts with a view to discovering production and performance values and aesthetics. Intensive reading of a variety of plays from different periods and styles. Discussion of options for interpreting a script for performance. Critical analysis of structure, character, theme, dialogue, genre, and style, from the point of view of the actor, director, designer, or critic. Offered: Fall.
This class provides further exploration into the art of acting. Students will focus on physical and vocal technique, challenging scene work, increased emotional availability in characters, complex text and character analysis, and the collaborative rehearsal process.
This course will teach students to build on basic acting technique through the styles and constructs of musical theatre and song. Students will learn to appreciate and understand the basic techniques and functions of acting, singing, and dance within the genre, and to hone their skills in resourcing and preparing musical theatre pieces
This course focuses on the art of play direction. Students will learn the fundamentals of interpretation, blocking and picturization, collaboration and communication, focus and composition, pace, rhythm, and tempo. The role and process of the director will be examined.
