31 courses with the subject THE, 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.
THE 1035Introduction to Dance
This course is an introduction to dance designed to broaden student perspective on dance as an art form by examining dance from a critical perspective, surveying dance traditions from around the world and placing dance in a social, historical and cultural context. Students will also have the opportunity to explore movement through a basic introduction to theatre dance styles. A $75 course fee required.
An experiential learning course to provide the student with a practical application of theatrical theory. The student will develop skills and abilities for the theatre through supervised experience in a selected topic including: Performance, Stage Management, Costume Crew, Scene Crew, Lighting Crew, Sound Crew, Props Crew, Hair and Make-up Crew, or Stage Crew, etc. Student attends rehearsals and/ or designated crew hour in regards to their assigned area. Note: This course is designated as repeatable.
(PQ: THE1051) An investigation into the fundamentals of human movement and issues of movement in performance. Exercises concentrate on the development of spatial and self-awareness, ensemble skills and group problem solving. A $75 course fee required.
This course is an introduction to ballet technique, based on the study of the fundamental principles, practices and vocabulary from the Russian school. Emphasis is placed on establishing proper alignment, rotation/turnout, increasing flexibility, building core strength and stamina and developing artistry. Note: This course is designated as repeatable. A $75 course fee required.
This course introduces students to the movement style of the jazz vernacular. Dancers engage in classical jazz technique rooted in the combination of both European and African dance traditions embodying syncopated rhythms and musicality, body isolation and improvisation. Note: This course is designated as repeatable. A $75 course fee required.
An introduction and exploration of technical and aesthetic aspects of stage combat. Goals include developing the ability to safely portray violence onstage within the context of a play with specificity and dramatic power, as well as to understand how stage combat fits into the practice of theatre as a whole. Other aspects include the development of strength and flexibility, eye/hand coordination, understanding and applications of principles of safety in working with a partner and learning how to advance a character journey and develop ensemble work through each individual move in a fight sequence. A $75 course fee required.
This course will explore the tools and techniques involved in stage- managing a theatrical production. Subjects will include effective communication with directors, designers and actors; managing rehearsals, production meetings, keeping a prompt book and calling the cues for a production.
(PQ: THE1051) Students will build upon precepts from Acting I to explore various acting methods from Stanislavski to Grotowski, expand analysis skills through scene study and continue to develop skills through monologue work. Students will also learn how to use their bodies and voices to develop flexible and expressive instruments that serve the text. A $75 course fee required.
This course introduces students to the methods of designing, planning, construction, painting, rigging and shifting stage scenery for the theatre. A $75 course fee required.
A survey of the history of dance beginning with its origins, through the evolution of dance as a theatre art form, including the history of European ballet traditions during the Renaissance through the 20th century, birth of modern dance, history of American jazz dance, American ballet traditions and Post Modern dance trends.
(PQ: audition required) Dance Theatre Ensemble serves as the official dance performance company of the Department of Music & Theatre. The ensemble includes the preparation and performance of varied cr styles of dance presented in a concert dance context culminating in a main stage performance. Students will perform the work of UNW dance faculty as well as guest artists. Interested students may also apply as a student choreographer to present original work through a mentorship process with faculty. Note: This course is designated as . . 2 cr repeatable.
*SIX TOTAL SEMESTERS OF THEATRE PRODUCTION AND PERFORMANCE ARE THE4135 Choreography. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 REQUIRED FOR THEATRE MAJORS, WITH AT LEAST FOUR SEMESTERS OF THE1045 OR Select one of the following: THE3145 WILL BE TAKEN FOR CREDIT THAT COUNT TOWARD THE MAJOR THE4995 Theatre Performance Internship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
THE 3145Advanced Theatre Production and Performance 0–2
(PQ: THE1045) An advanced practical experience utilizing theatrical theory. Students will build high-impact skillsets through hands-on learning in production leadership roles in a specific area: Performance, Design, Stage Management, Costume Crew, Scene Crew, Lighting Crew, Sound Crew, Props Crew, Hair and Make-up Crew, or Stage Crew, showing proficiency in production-specific duties, rehearsals . . . . . . 4 cr and meetings, and designated crew hour in their assigned area/role. Note: This course is designated as repeatable.
(PQ: THE1051 or consent of instructor; may be repeated for credit) Advanced training techniques in acting applied to a wide range of dramatic genres. Students must participate in a semester recital. Note: This course is designated as repeatable and may be repeated four times after the original taking of the course. A $75 course fee required.
Subject
THE
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
cr
Type
course
Repeatable
may be repeated for credit) Advanced training techniques in acting applied to a wide range of dramatic genres.
(PQ: THE1051) A study of specific theories, techniques and approaches to acting for the camera. The emphasis will be on scene study and . . . . . 4 cr reacting to the works of others as well as your own. A $75 course fee required.
(PQ: THE1055) Course will expand on design skills in the theatre by introducing students to the industry standard of Computer Aided Design (CAD), including how CAD operates and how theatrical design is accomplished. Students will use knowledge of theatrical lighting, scenic and props design, to draft and build designs within CAD. Note: This course is designated as repeatable and may be repeated one time after the original taking of the course. A $75 course fee required.
Subject
THE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
cr
Type
course
Repeatable
may be repeated one time after the original taking of the course.
(PQ: THE1055) The course provides a comprehensive picture of theatre management, including current technologies used in theatre, efficient use and maintenance of physical space and organization and budgeting for shows.
. . . . 4 cr (PQ: THE3011) Builds on Directing course and allows a workshop environment designed to provide the student-director with a high level of experimentation in solving more advanced problems and styles. Advanced Directing culminates in the direction of a one-act play in the spring festival offered every other year. Note: This course is designated as repeatable and may be repeated one time after the . . . . . . 4 cr original taking of the course. A $75 course fee required.
(PQ: senior standing) This seminar will serve as a culminating experience for theatre majors. Emphasis placed on Christian worldview in theatre arts and career. A $75 course fee required.
(PQ: consent of faculty supervisor and internship registration form) Supervised advanced training in the performance theatre career; paid and unpaid experience; provides transition from educational to professional world in acting. Note: See page 26 for note regarding internships.
