TA 100Performance Ensemble (4 semesters1 Credit per Semester)4
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
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54 courses with the subject TA, 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.
TA 102Theatre Workshop {4 semesters,per Semester)1
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Credit unit
- Credit
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 110Voice and Movement for Actors3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 125Applied Voice (4 semesters1 Credit per Semester)4
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 129Acting for Non-Majors3
OR GE 231 Public Speaking
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 130Acting I3
bute TA 140 Fundamentals of Theatre 3 n as
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 131Fundamentals of Acting 3
The fundamentals of acting with an emphasis on technique, basic movement, and ensemble work as explored through exercises, scenes, and monologues. Theatre majors and minors only. Prerequisite: None. 3 units (2 lecture, 1 lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 140Fundamentals of Theatre3
Mars Hill University Academic Catalog 2025-26 167
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 141Stage & Media Performance3
An introduction to theatrical performance & production including stage, television, film, videos, and gaming. Fulfills the Creative Expression requirement of the Cultivating Character for a Fulfilling Life general education curriculum. Prerequisite: None. 3 units lecture. Mars Hill University Academic Catalog 2026-27 233
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 142Film as an Art Form3
Human Behavior (3 credit hours)
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 150Fundamentals of Design 3
A creative investigation of the principles of design using the art of theatrical production. Prerequisite: none. 3 units lab.
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 151Stage Craft3
140 Mars Hill University Academic Catalog 2025-26
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 200Stage Management (2 semesters,per semester)1
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Credit unit
- cr
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 209Dance as Art 3
Introduction to various dance forms including ballet, modern, jazz and other styles. Includes a study of dance history, choreography, and aesthetics. No prerequisites or dance experience. This course is cross- listed as KIN 209.
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 220Movement for Actors3
124 Mars Hill University Academic Catalog 2024-25
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 22221st Dance3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 224Hip Hop3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 225Ballet3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 226Jazz3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 227Modern Dance 3
A study of modern dance styles. This course will incorporate many of the foundations of modern dance technique, including suspension and release, fall and recovery, the use of momentum and connecting breath with movement. Dancers will explore new ways of moving in combinations, floor work and partnering, and also in various methods of improvisation as Broadway, Street and Contemporary and will combinate learned choreography at the end of the semester with a graded performance. This course may be taken for credit more than once, for a maximum of 6 units. Prerequisites: None. 3 units (1 lecture, 2 lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Repeatable
- may be taken for credit more than once, for a maximum of 6 units.
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 228Tap 3
A study of tap dance techniques. This course is designed to develop rhythm, style and sound. Students will learn a variety of tap styles from Broadway to Rhythm tap. The class emphasis is on developing proper tap technique and producing clear tap sounds and will combinate learned choreography at the end of the semester with a graded performance. This course may be taken for credit more than once, for a maximum of 6 units. Prerequisites: None. 3 units (1 lecture, 2 lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Repeatable
- may be taken for credit more than once, for a maximum of 6 units.
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 229Musical Theatre Dance Styles 3
This course is designed for the student interested in studying representative dance techniques which are used in musical theatre productions, including folk, social, ballroom and popular dance styles through the
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 230Acting II3
PSY 212 or 313 Child Psychology/Lifespan Development 3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 237Acting I3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 250Rendering for the Theatre 3
An introduction to rendering and painting techniques used by a theatrical designer. Students are exposed to a variety of media and rendering styles used to communicate visual ideas and to discover a personal style of presentation. Prerequisites: 150, 151. 3 units lab.
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 251Theatrical Design Seminar 3
An exploration of modern technologies and programs used in the design process from the evolution of the design concept to the execution of electronic renderings, detail computer drawings and models. The work may include design projects, script analysis, research presentation and beginning portfolio reviews.
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
- Prerequisite
- TA 150, 151. 3 units lab.
TA 252Make-Up 3
A basic course in the fundamental principles and practices of designing and applying theatrical make-up. Emphasis will be placed on the development of application techniques and familiarization with materials.
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
- Prerequisite
- TA 150. 3 units lab.
TA 309Women in Contemporary American Dramatic Literature
Any two Group B: Natural and Social Sciences 6 PSY 317/WGS 317 Psychology of Gender and Sexuality
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 326Intermediate Jazz 3
A continued study of jazz dance. This Course will focus on advanced learning dance technique such as isolations of the body, improving performance quality and developing complex rhythms and patterns. Curriculum is based on ballet technique layered with traditional jazz movement. As students’ progress through each level curriculum it will become increasingly more complex and intricate and will combinate learned choreography at the end of the semester with a graded performance. Prerequisites: TA 226 or permission from the instructor: 3 units (1 lecture, 2 lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 327Special Topics1-3
Specific areas of study not covered in the standard department curricula. To be announced by the department. 234 Mars Hill University Academic Catalog 2026-27
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 328Intermediate Tap3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 330Acting III3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 333Advanced Acting: Shakespeare 3
A comprehensive study of performing Shakespearean text as it relates to verse and prose technique and inherent characterizations based in these techniques. Prerequisites: TA 330. 3 units (2 lecture 1 lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 334Advanced Acting: Film and Television 3
This course will concentrate on the development of acting and improvisational skills appropriate to the recorded media through a variety of scene studies. Scripts and scenes will be chosen for their application to the techniques of film acting. Prerequisites: TA 230. 3 units (2 lecture 1 lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 337Acting II3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 341Great Plays: From Greek Tragedy to Ibsen3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 342Modern Plays and Musicals3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 343Theatre History III3
Mars Hill University Academic Catalog 2023-24 153
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 344Musical Theatre History3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 345Women in Contemporary American Dramatic Literature3
Ideas and Innovations CAPS: World (3 credit hours)
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 350Scene Design 3
Advanced study of the aesthetic choices, paperwork and visual representations necessary for completing theoretical scene design projects. Extensive laboratory experience and critique. Prerequisites: TA 150, 151, 250, 251. 3 units (2 lecture/1lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 351Lighting Design 3
Advanced study of practical theories of lighting design and the associated paperwork with extensive implementation through the use of lighting equipment and control systems in laboratory and production situations. Prerequisites: TA 150, 250. 3 units (2 lecture 1 lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 352Costume Design 3
A study of theories and practices of costume design with an overview of the history of stage costumes. Extensive laboratory assignments to include paperwork, research and visual representations necessary for completing costume design projects. Prerequisites: TA 150, 250. 3 units (2 lecture 1 lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 370Directing I 3
An introduction to the principles of play direction with emphasis on script analysis and scene work.
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
- Prerequisite
- TA 230 and Junior Standing. 3 units (2 lecture/1 lab).
TA 375Creative Drama3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 400Summer Theatre Workshop 3
This course is designed to provide practical experience in theatre production to college students. Workshops will observe and work with the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre and will assist with practical projects during production. Prerequisites: none. 3 units (2 lecture/1 lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 401Summer Theatre Workshop for School Teachers 3
This course is designed to provide practical experience for elementary and secondary school teachers. Topics included are simplified production techniques with limited budget, directing principles, and basics of stage lighting, scenic construction, costume design and play selection and casting. Students will observe and work with the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre and will assist with practical projects during production. Prerequisites: none. 3 units (2 lecture/1 lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 430Methods of Choreography3
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 457Independent Reading3
A student/agency-originated and departmentally-approved field-learning experience which enables students to apply previously attained knowledge and skills.
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 461Internship1-3
118 Mars Hill University Academic Catalog 2025-26
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 469Appalachian Smooth and Clog Dancing1
Performance of traditional and choreographed square dances.
- Subject
- TA
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 470Directing II 3
A continued study of the principles of play direction as it relates to the art of collaboration with actors and designers. Each student will direct a one-act play. Prerequisite: TA 370. 3 units (2 lecture/1lab).
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2024-2025
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 480Senior Seminar 1
Required of all senior Theatre Arts and Musical Theatre majors. The course will focus on the practical aspects of working the theatre after graduation, including audition preparation, portfolio compilation, application to graduate schools, resume development, and personal marketing strategies. Prerequisites: none. 1 unit lab. Mars Hill University Academic Catalog 2026-27 235
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
TA 481Senior Seminar II 1
A continuation of Senior Seminar I, this course will concentrate on the development of audition and resume skills, and will incorporate both musical and non-musical audition preparation. Students will prepare an audition book and will work on skills for large cattle-call auditions. Auditions should include but are not limited to: SETC, UPTA, URTA, Theme Park Auditions, Midwest Theatre Auditions, and Strawhat Auditions. This course also requires students to participate in the student showcase at the end of the semester.
- Subject
- TA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.mhu.edu
- Prerequisite
- TA 230, 480. 1 unit lab
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