24 courses with the subject THR, 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.
THR 100College Seminar for Theatre
Methods and techniques Theatre Arts students can adopt to promote their perseverance and success at the College. Specific topics include College procedures and resources, academic advisement, time management for theatre artists, goal-setting, test and note taking, library research, health issues and other areas related to student success in college and specifically in the theatre arts field. Preliminary research into career paths in their first semester. Note: Fulfills College Seminar requirement for students in Theatre Arts A.S. Degree. No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 1 cr. hr.
Introductory course developing appreciation for and understanding of theatre in all its facets throughout history up to the present. Through lecture/demonstration and attendance at college theatre productions, students are exposed to major components of theatre including historical aspects, playwrighting, acting, directing and designing. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GE The Arts. No prerequisite. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
Study and practice in basic techniques of acting. Application of theory through presentations of scenes, improvisations and exercises in class. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GE The Arts. No prerequisite. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
Principles and practices of scenic construction, painting, shifting, rigging and stage mechanics. Development of skills in safe use of hand and power tools and stage equipment. Students learn to read ground plans and working drawings. Production projects in association with staging a college play are required. No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.
the Stage Communicating visual ideas through the use of mechanical drawing specifically for theatre applications. Includes training in various elements of technical theatre and stage design graphics, specifically drafting techniques and symbols (USITT standard) for producing ground plans, elevations and detail drawings. Note: Offered spring semester only on alternate years with THR119. (2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. laboratory) Prerequisite: THR115. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.
Equipment, methods and practices used in production of sound for the stage. Note: Offered spring semester only on alternate years with THR118. (2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. laboratory) No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.
This is an elementary class in Stage Makeup. Content will be devoted to character analysis, makeup design, and application. This class will provide an overview of the subject matter and the basic technical skills related to the material so that the student will be equipped to solve problems in future situations. Specific projects will include basic corrective makeup, aging techniques, crepe wool beards and artificial facial hair, special effects trauma (stage blood and latex), and fantasy applications. Students will be required to purchase a theatrical makeup kit and additional makeup for an approximate cost of $75.00 to $100.00. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GE The Arts. No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.
Provides students practical concentrated study in basics of stage fighting. Utilizing fencing to develop focus, coordination and safety, students progress through rapier and broadsword use to elementary hand-to-hand techniques. Culmination of studies is staged choreography, with partner, of classical fight scene to demonstrate competence in all disciplines. No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.
Course goal is for students to become members of a theatre company. Professional-style experience is gained through cast, crew or stage management experiences in plays and musicals. May be taken for credit for more than two semesters. (6 hrs. laboratory) Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair/Academic Dean. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
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Repeatable
May be taken for credit for more than two semesters.
Learning through doing is the goal of the Production Laboratory. Practical experience in theatre is achieved by successfully participating in executing projects in scenic construction, stage lighting, costume construction, properties and scenic painting. Students who take more than one semester of Production Laboratory work in a variety of production areas. Specific assignments to production areas are made by instructor of THR152-155. (1 hr. lecture, 2 hrs. laboratory) No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 2 cr. hrs.
Learning through doing is the goal of the Production Laboratory. Practical experience in theatre is achieved by successfully participating in executing projects in scenic construction, stage lighting, costume construction, properties and scenic painting. Students who take more than one semester of Production Laboratory work in a variety of production areas. Specific assignments to production areas are made by instructor of THR152-155. (1 hr. lecture, 2 hrs. laboratory) No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 2 cr. hrs.
Learning through doing is the goal of the Production Laboratory. Practical experience in theatre is achieved by successfully participating in executing projects in scenic construction, stage lighting, costume construction, properties and scenic painting. Students who take more than one semester of Production Laboratory work in a variety of production areas. Specific assignments to production areas are made by instructor of THR152-155. (1 hr. lecture, 2 hrs. laboratory) No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 2 cr. hrs.
Learning through doing is the goal of the Production Laboratory. Practical experience in theatre is achieved by successfully participating in executing projects in scenic construction, stage lighting, costume construction, properties and scenic painting. Students who take more than one semester of Production Laboratory work in a variety of production areas. Specific assignments to production areas are made by instructor of THR152-155. (1 hr. lecture, 2 hrs. laboratory) No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 2 cr. hrs.
Introductory course in temporary rigging applications, rigging hardware and fall protection. Students gain respect for rigging equipment and its safe use. Guest speakers include college OSHA officials and industry professionals. (2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. laboratory) No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.
For advanced acting students to provide them with practical introduction to acting for the camera. Visual and audio techniques stressed through classroom exercises, demonstrations and simulated productions. Video and audio equipment utilized to assist student actors in the training process. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.
The Actor's Instrument is a voice and speech course exploring the interconnectedness of voice, speech, breath, text and acting. Students will learn a thorough vocal warm-up, the basics of vocal health, and methods of using the voice as means of pursuing a character's objective. In addition, students will be introduced to the Skinner method of speech and phonetic transcription.
Offers practical concentrated study in basics of auditioning from the research, selection and rehearsal of a repertoire of four contrasting monologues to the utilization of the rules of Stanislavski-based text and scene analysis as it applies to the art of the cold reading. Teaches importance of proper audition etiquette and professional conduct. Course culminates with a monologue presentation critiqued by Acting Department faculty. (offered fall semester only) Prerequisite: THR105 and THR205. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.
This course offers an introduction to Classical drama from the fifth century B.C. through the Renaissance. Its aim is to familiarize students with a range of significant texts from the period and to demonstrate how various dramatic conventions function to illuminate their themes and the concerns and beliefs of the times from which they emerge. Students will be able to understand and enjoy this important body of dramatic work by both textual study and through a variety of media. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GE Humanities and SUNY-GE The Arts. No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.
This course will explore the elements and tenets of text analysis, including, but not limited to plot, character, theme, language, music, and spectacle. The course serves to establish analytical skill and provide students with a diverse literary foundation in the theatre. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GE The Arts. (offered fall semester only) No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.
Focuses on in-depth analysis and final presentation of cumulative work. Additionally, course requires research into next desired level of training. (offered fall semester only) Prerequisites: THR105, THR115, THR152, THR153 and (THR117 and THR205 or THR116). Offered on: A / 1.5 cr. hrs.
Special and current topics in Theatre Arts may be available. See "Class Schedule Search" for a complete listing each term. Offered on: A-E-G / 3-4 cr. hrs.
