8 courses with the subject DRA, 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.
DRA 101REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE 1 SHC
Students learn the innerworkings of a dramatic production by participating in drama performances, by being in a play cast, or working in a supporting role (i.e. backstage, reservations, publicity, lighting, box office, etc.). This course is not recognized by the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement. The course constitutes credit hours above and beyond the degree requirements of all degree tracks.
This course provides a study of the art, craft, and business of the theatre. Emphasis is placed on the audience's appreciation of the work of the playwright, director, actor, designer, producer, and critic. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a vocabulary of theatre terms and to recognize the contributions of various theatre artists.
This course provides guided practice in the proper production of speech for the theatre. Emphasis is placed on improving speech, including breathing, articulation, pronunciation, and other vocal variables. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate effective theatrical speech. This course is designated as an elective.
This course provides an applied study of the actor's craft. Topics include role analysis, training the voice, and body concentration, discipline, and self-evaluation. Upon completion, students should be able to explore their creativity in an 97
This course provides additional hands-on practice in the actor's craft. Emphasis is placed on further analysis, characterization, growth, and training for acting competence. Upon completion, students should be able to explore their creativity in an acting ensemble. This course is designated as an elective.
This course introduces the theory and basic construction of stage scenery and properties. Topics include stage carpentry, scene painting, stage electrics, properties, and backstage organization. Upon completion, students should be able to pursue vocational and avocational roles in technical theatre. This course is designated as an elective.
This course covers the analysis, research, design, and problem solving related to costume design. Emphasis is placed on director/designer communication, concepting, research, and rendering of designs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in communication, design process, and rendering. This course is designated as an elective.
Independent study in specialized dramatic subjects as discussed in advance between instructor and student. Such offerings may be in production, direction, or participation in such areas as comedy, tragedy and straight drama in both contemporary and classical areas. The course is designed to take the student beyond basic acting concepts.
