41 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.
This course is designed to help the First Year Theatre Major make the transition to college life, introduce them to the Meredith College Theatre Program and create a collaborative theatre piece over the course of the semester.
1 THE-107 Stage Management 1 3 THE-114 Introduction to Theatre 3 3 THE-224 Acting I 3 3 THE-245 Stagecraft 3 3 THE-316 History of Theatre Classic- 3
The practicum is designed to give the student practical theatre experience through production, performance, or front of house work. Credits 1 -2
The practicum is designed to give the student practical theatre experience through production, performance, or front of house work. Credits 1 -2
The practicum is designed to give the student practical theatre experience through production, performance, or front of house work. Credits 1 -2
The practicum is designed to give the student practical theatre experience through production, performance, or front of house work. Credits 1 -2
The practicum is designed to give the student practical theatre experience through production, performance, or front of house work.
The practicum is designed to give the student practical theatre experience through production, performance, or front of house work.
This class will focus on the foundations of stage management, from pre-production through post-production. Students will gain insight into pre-production paperwork, running general and technical rehearsals, and maintaining the artistic integrity of a production during a performance.
Sub-Total Credits 3 Approved courses in Theatre Credits Sub-Total Credits 15 3 Total Credits 18 c 3 Theatre Track - Professional
This course is designed to ensure that the students who focus interest in one or more areas of theatrical design and / or stage management are prepared to meet the marketplace with appropriate knowledge of how best to showcase examples of their work and how to present them.
A course designed to develop flexibility and expression in the human voice, it is intended for, but not limited to, students who wish to have a career in which strong verbal skills are important. Units include phonetics, accent reduction (Standard American English), projection, resonance, articulation, breathing, vocal anatomy, and vocal variety.
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest. Credits 1 -3
Creative dramatics is an area of study which involves drama experiences (pantomimes, improvisations, movement, songs, and games) which are process, not product-oriented for the growth and development of students rather than for the entertainment of the audience. This course includes lectures, readings, and practical opportunities for experience. Observations in area elementary schools and the development of a resource file are required. Credits 3
The beginning acting student is introduced to the theories and practical skills of the Stanislavski system including relaxation, concentration, warm-up techniques, and improvisation exercises. Participation in scene study and monologue work, as well as applying the basics of scoring are explored.
A study and application of the technical elements of theatre production. Major emphasis will be given to scenic construction and materials used in technical production. Laboratory hours will be arranged for practical experience in scenic arts and crafts.
An introduction to the basics of electricity, as they apply to theatre, and a survey of the fundamental lighting and sound processes and equipment.
An introduction to the basics of costume and makeup design and the processes of costume construction and makeup applications for the stage through practical laboratory experience.
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest. Credits 1 -3
ply This course will provide opportunities for freshmen and sophomores to participate in an original research project with a faculty mentor. The research experience will culminate in a paper and presentation. A research proposal form completed by the student and faculty mentor is required for registration. Credits 1 -3
The course will guide the student through the cultural exploration of the development of modern theatre, contemporary dramatic literature, modern dramatic theory, the principles of performance, and techniques of production (including costuming, scenic design, and company structure), from 1870 to the present. Western and non-western theatre history will be examined.
Using the work done in Acting I as a foundation, this course focuses on the advanced acting theories of Stanislavski, including sense and emotion memory. Through scene work and monologues, the student explores more complicated characterizations, difficult dramatic genres, and the audition process.
The course will explore the art of scenic design and painting. The student will be exposed to the process of drafting, rendering and building three-dimensional models for stage settings. Students will also practice the techniques used by scenic artists to paint backdrops and faux finishes for the theatre.
A study of modern theatre from 1875 to the present, this course will look at the development of drama through playwrights and their works. Beginning with Ibsen, Strindberg, Chekhov, and Shaw, the class will explore important twentieth century plays and conclude with contemporary drama. Work will include substantial reading and writing, with viewing and reviewing of performances. Credits 3
An introduction to the basic tools of playwriting, students will explore the fundamentals of writing for the stage through formal and informal exercises. They will learn how to use constructive criticism to improve their work and the work of others. The semester will culminate with a performance of staged readings of the students' projects.
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest.
This course is intended to instill professional behaviors, better auditioning techniques, and polished interview skills to upper level Theatre majors. A team taught course of study, Performance students will hone their auditioning skills under the instruction of various instructors and invited guest artists in the industry. Design and technical students will undergo rigorous portfolio building, training and review by various instructors and invited guest artists. Interview skills will also be a focus for both populations.
Building on the skills learned in Acting II, the advanced acting student will deepen their understanding of the craft of acting through the study of the Meisner approach. Credits 3
Basics of casting, staging and play analysis are reviewed. Scenes are presented in class. A one-act play must be produced for public performance.
Students will explore diverse performance styles within genres of musical theatre, focusing on performance through songs, scenes, and dance from musical theatre repertoire.
Building on the skills learned in prior performance classes, the acting IV student will learn new techniques and approaches to understanding the craft of acting in front of a camera lens. New techniques, vocabulary and understanding will prepare the student for work in film, TV, commercials, and digital entertainment.
This course consists of an internship in theatre management or in production, and an evaluation of the experience under the guidance of an on-campus instructor. The student will work with a theatre company or an arts organization to explore contemporary theatre practices.
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest.
A project, selected by the theatre major in consultation with their advisor, which will focus on the student's area of specialization [performance, production, management, etc.].
The study of the history of musical theatre; analysis of musical scripts and characters; performance of scenes and excerpts.
An introduction to theories, methods, and ethics of aesthetic inquiry. In conjunction with a Theatre faculty mentor, the student will formulate and execute an original research project that will culminate in a research paper and/or performance work. A "Research Course Information Form" completed by the student and the faculty mentor is required for registration. The research project must meet Honors Program Thesis requirements as well as the expectations of the Theatre faculty. Credits 3
This course will provide opportunities for juniors and seniors to participate in an original research project with a faculty mentor. The research experience will culminate in a paper and presentation. A research proposal form completed by the student and faculty mentor is required for registration.
This course provides an academic connection to and context for students in a supervised internship with a professional or semi-professional theatre company as performers, designers, or production crew or staff. Students will work 40 hours per credit as part of the company in specified areas.
An advanced practicum in professional theatre designed to give students practical knowledge and experience preparing them for careers within the national not-for-profit and commercial theatre. Students must work 40 hours per credit in Musical Theatre, Theatre Performance or Design/Technical Theatre with an approved professional theatre company.
This course provides basic instruction in teaching methods for theatre, using behavioral instructional objectives as the basis for development. Students will develop a philosophy of teaching theatre; organize units and lesson plans; question, criticize, and reformulate assumptions about the nature of their work through reflection on their own teaching methods.
Source: Meredith College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
