21 courses with the subject THEA, 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.
THEA 1010Introduction to Theatre3
Presents theatre as an all-encompassing art form. Surveys the history of theatre and the diversity of theatrical genres from story-telling to 20th century 'Realism' to performance art. Studies dramatic literature as it relates to practical theatrical production. Examines the collaborative process leading to production. Students present a full production plan as a final project. Credits 3
An introduction to the art and craft of performance. Considers contemporary approaches to the craft. Emphasis on acting exercises and basic principles of the actor's process: centering, focus, breathing, vocal energy, stimulation of the imagination, listening, memorization techniques, harnessing the state of play, the collaborative nature of acting. Introduction to character analysis, monolog, scene study, finding audition materials. Credits 3
An introduction to the technical aspects of theatrical production, including principles of stagecraft, lighting, sound, stage props, and costuming, stage crew organization and responsibilities, and theatre safety. Hands-on experience in constructing and running productions in weekly lab work and serving on stage crews for theatre productions. Credits 3
For actors working toward development of a free, flexible voice. Techniques of movement and vocal production. Introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet and dialect. Credits 3
The history of the theatre from its origins through th 19th century, tracing theatre architecture and technology and changes in western theatre styles and conventions. Upper-level course. Prerequisite: Eligibl to enroll in ENGL 1010. Credits 3
A course on researching, selecting, editing, memorizing, staging, and performing audition material from classical, contemporary, comic, and serious literature for various types of audition, including competitive academic or professional theatre/film programs and productions, as well as community theatres. Upper-level course. Prerequisite: Instructor consent or successful completion of THEA 1020. Credits 1
Practical application of acting and production techniquies, i.e., acting, stage managing, backstage operation, set construction, house management, costumes and makeup. Minimum of 90 supervised hours of rehearsal and performance of productions under faculty guidance. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Rehearsal/performance. Meets part of the General Education requirement in the Arts and Western Civilization. Credits 2
Introduction to the major acting theories of the 19th-21st centuries. Intensive scene study and introduction to acting classical texts. Emphasis on script analysis, characterization, and handling complex language in performance. Upper-level course. Prerequisite: THEA 1020. Credits 3
Introduces approaches to theatrical research for the director, actor, and designer. Examines dramatic texts of various theatrical periods with emphasis on genre, elements of dramatic structure, and artistic collaboration. Scripts are read and broken down into performance, design, and directorial/dramaturgical elements and examined both individually and in terms of their interaction with other elements of production. Upper-level course. Prerequisite: Eligible to enroll in ENGL 1010. Credits 3
An in-depth examination of the application of theatre skills, exercises, and dramatic forms in non-theatrical venues such as classrooms, hospitals, churches, prisons, etc. Emphasis on Medical Improv as applied in the Healthcare and counseling fields. Students may explore devising theatrical events with and for non- actors, partnering with community organizations in theatrical projects, and applying theatre across disciplines for improved communication in public- facing workplaces, counseling, teaching, and learning. Upper Level. Credits 3
An in-depth examination of the application of theatre skills, exercises, and dramatic forms in non-theatrical venues such as classrooms, hospitals, churches, prisons, etc. Emphasis on Medical Improv as applied in the Healthcare and counseling fields. Students may explore devising theatrical events with and for non- actors, partnering with community organizations in theatrical projects, and applying theatre across disciplines for improved communication in public- facing workplaces, counseling, teaching, and learning. Credits 3
