78 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 110Introduction to Theatre Technology3
Examination of current materials and techniques employed in technical production with an emphasis on scenery and lighting technology.
Appreciation of dance as an art form. The study of dance as a reflection and expression of various cultures from pre-history to present. Includes exposure to contemporary concert dance through films and televised or live performance. Introductory experience in selected dance techniques.
Examines basic techniques, language, methods and practice employed in theatrical design. Three lecture and three lab hours per week concurrent with University Theatre production needs.
Exploration of spontaneous dramatic playing through intensive exercises and theatre games meant to generate greater individual freedom and self-discipline, as well as to employ improvisation techniques in acting to develop characterization, stage movement, and ensemble performance.
Study through creative dance techniques of the body’s potential as a tool for creative expression. Exploration of the relationship of dance to other art forms. Solo and group work using basic art concepts and the individual’s own experience as materials for movement improvisation and composition. No dance training necessary.
The study of a diverse cross-cultural section of plays, analyzed through elements of the dramatic text including character, structure, style, language, genre, and theme as they are applied in production.
Introduces students to the variety of techniques used to render designs for the stage. Students will learn to communicate their ideas visually through exercises in advanced perspective drawing, painting, costume plates, and model making.
Theory and practice in the application of make-up for theatrical performances. Emphasizes make-up design theory used by the actor in his/her exploration of character. Requires crew participation in UNCW University Theatre productions.
Introduction to sewing techniques, methods of construction, and equipment used with various costume components for the stage. Three lecture and three lab hours per week concurrent with University Theatre productions needs.
A study of theatre drafting conventions and software-related techniques. Topics include line-use, dimensions, text, notation, and symbols for use in creating floor plans, elevations, shop drawings, pictorials, and lighting plots.
Introduction to the fundamental principles of acting. Students gain a basic understanding of the craft of acting through theatre exercises and performances of monologues and scenes. Intended for non-majors, and non-performance-track theatre students.
THR 231Craft of Acting I - Self-discovery and Truth3
Introduction to acting for theater with the necessary tools to begin the process of approaching a role using techniques drawn from Stanislavski, Chekhov, and Black Acting Methods: Critical Approaches . Students will be introduced to foundations in movement, voice, ensemble, and consent work.
An in-depth exploraton of spontaneous dramatic playing through intensive exercises and theatre games meant to generate greater individual freedom and self-discipline, as well as to employ improvisation techniques in acting to develop characterization, stage movement, and ensemble performance through the use of short form and long form improvisation.
Provides an introduction to the elements of technical theatre as practiced in production. Accomplished through securing and executing a position on the running crew of one of the two main stage productions or through active involvement in the mounting of our Mainstage productions.
University Theatre sponsored laboratory for applied performance. Students must undergo a competitive audition held by UNCW director, and successful casting, rehearsal, performance and associated duties of a University Theatre production.
An advanced study in mounting theatrical productions. Focuses on elements of the technical process and how it is integrated with the other collaborative elements into production. Students enrolled in this course will take a managerial role through the supervision of beginning lab level students.
A broad study of a topic within the theatre discipline, such as history of theatrical design, dramatic theory. Commedia dell Arte. Content will be geared to the student with a general understanding of theatre. May be repeated under a different subtitle.
THR 301Physical and Vocal Expression for the Performer I3
Prerequisite: Theatre major in the ‘Performance’ concentration or consent of instructor. Exploration of the body and voice as the primary tools of the actor’s instrument. Identification of habitual practices such as physical tensions and manifestation of blocks will be addressed. Codified methodologies of vocal training for the actor will be introduced. Intended to initiate a lifelong process of opening the body as an instrument for free expression of the voice and imagination.
Theatre major in the ‘Performance’ concentration or consent of instructor. Exploration of the body and voice as the primary tools of the actor’s instrument. Identification of habitual practices such as physical tensions and manifestation of blocks will be addressed. Codified methodologies of vocal training for the actor will be introduced. Intended to initiate a lifelong process of opening the body as an instrument for free expression of the voice and imagination. Credit Hours: 3 Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated. Maximum
THR 302Physical and Vocal Expression for the Performer II3
Continuation of the process of opening the body as an instrument for free expression of the voice and imagination. Exposure to working with heightened language, verse, Greek plays, and poetry.
An intermediate study of set design development and presentation building upon coursework begun in THR 125, and focusing specifically upon the art, history, methodology, and practice of theatrical design. 20 lab hours of applied experiential learning required.
Basic techniques of lighting design. Includes fundamentals of lighting production techniques and equipment, and the use of color. Requires lab participation in University Theatre productions.
Principles of theatrical design applied to stage costume. Period play interpretation, figure drawing, color theory, and rendering techniques pursuant to developing an individual aesthetic and design style.
Exploration of the changes in silhouette and fabrication of clothing from ancient Greece to today. Special emphasis on the social and cultural consequences of fashion in different societies.
A study and application of the elements required for creating an acoustical landscape for theatrical productions. Topics include design, script analysis and research techniques to create sound designs.
Beginning exercises with materials and tools used to paint stage settings and backdrops. Demonstrations and projects in brush and non-brush techniques; layout; color mixing; and stencils. Practical projects include color blends; textures; brick and stone; interior and exterior woodwork, and marble. Requires involvement with University Theatre productions.
Examine, explore and practice the theatre craft of properties design through analysis to fabrication, identification, acquisition or repurposing of existing props and materials. 20 hours of applied/experiential learning in a lab situation required.
Students will develop, practice and demonstrate a strong working knowledge of the art and craft of theatrical and film set decoration through a series of practical and theoretical projects throughout the semester. 20 hours of applied/experiential learning in a lab situation required.
Intensive and imaginative exploration of playwriting through various exercises designed to foster and challenge personal creativity, ensure aesthetic understanding and application, while advancing fundamentals of craft. Concludes with the creation of a ten-minute play, or short form play.
Collaborative creation and presentation of an original performance based on a topic of cultural significance and student interest. Rather than write a dramatic script, students build a performance text. Sources of inspiration may include improvisation, music, dance, visual imagery, and electronic media.
Study of major events in American history using contemporary plays and musicals. Learn about pivotal moments in American history, including the country’s founding, the Civil War, and the Civil Rights Movement through the examination of various plays and musicals.
Development of theatre and drama from classical Greece through the Renaissance. Emphasis on theatrical performance including acting, staging, architecture, dramatic literature and audiences.
Development of theatre and drama from the late Renaissance to World War II. Emphasis on theatrical performance including staging, architecture, dramatic literature and audiences.
Advanced stage make-up focusing on the principles of ventilating, prothestics,wig styling, character analysis and design. Detailed discussion of collaboration between the make-up artist, actor, costume designer, and director will also be included.
Advanced costume construction to further the student’s understanding, sewing, and patternmaking skills. Emphasis will be place on draping, couture sewing techniques, and detailed finishing of costumes. A two-hour lab per week is also required for completion of course.
Analysis of puppetry through the study of basic mechanical systems, sculpting, sewing and finishing techniques from conception to presentation. Introduction to puppet design, control and performance through applied projects.
THR 332Craft of Acting II - Listening and Responding in the Moment3
Study of acting techniques based on methodologies including those of Stanislavsky, Meisner, Donellan, and Hagen. In-depth exploration of contemporary realism and comedy scene study.
Designed to apply the skill set acquired during acting study to typical industry casting opportunities. Four auditioning contexts: theatrical, commercial, film, and television. Students are presented with actual scripts and scenes used in entertainment industry situations. Auditions are taped for instructor, student, and peer critique. Upon successful completion, students gain understanding of the audition process, including presentation of self in an appropriate, professional manner.
An ensemble based intra-disciplinary and cross-disciplinary theatre performance course. The course provides students enrolled in the course with the training needed to offer interactive Shakespeare-based drama workshops to children from the community who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
ENG 103 or ENG 201 recommended but not required. A variety of plays representing tragedy, comedy, and modern forms. Works from a variety of periods, authors, and traditions with some attention to dramatic criticism.
Critical study of Black American theatre traditions and innovations from 1800 to present. May include various writers, dramatists, and performers from across the African Diaspora.
Critical study of women and labor in the history of theatre and performance. Various texts studied may include primary source archival material, historical periodicals and newspapers, academic journals, and published biographies.
THR 369The American Canon: Seminar in Dramatic Literature3
This course provides a solid foundation in the major playwrights and playwriting trends of the American canon from the Golden Age (O’Neill, Williams, Miller and Albee) throught the most significant current plays and playwrights.
An intensive exploration of dramaturgy through various activities designed to build practical dramaturgy skills such as dramaturgical research, new play development, and audience outreach.
The techniques used by professionals for the managment of theatrical and performance events. Students will learn organizational and leadership skills necessary for being sucessful stage managers.
An introduction to the theory and art of managment in the American theatre. Basic principles of business practices and relate them to theatre management. Examines the various types of theatre organizations and production methods.
A broad study of topics within the theatre discipline, such as advanced design and technology, history of theatrical design, dramatic criticism, advanced directing, advanced playwriting, and stage management. May be repeated under a different subtitles.
Advanced movement techniques and skills for actors including armed and unarmed combat, basic stuntwork, circus skills and viewpoints. Period style courtesies such as Commedia dell’arte appropriate for the stage or camera.
Advanced technical vocal skills for actors including dialects for the stage expressed in the world canon of literature and performance. Advanced application of the International Phonetic Alphabet and vocal production will be explored.
Expand upon the study and practice of scene design, challenging the studients to explore and create for the demands of larger scale productions, including multi-set dramas, musical theatre and opera.
Provides hands-on lighting and design experience in the light lab. Includes a variety of projects that will expand the student’s abilitiy to “”look at light”” and to develop an eye as a designer. This course includes lab work on university productions.
Designed to further the student’s understanding of historical period details, figure drawing, and color theory. Emphasis will be placed on rendering techniques, script analysis, and character interpretation. The students will also improve on their sewing and patterning techniques to create actualized costumes.
Advanced study of sound design within a project-based course. Students will submit production concept statments and recordings for the production in a quality format. Special focus will be on original composition for theatrical production. All work will be formally submitted for evaluation.
A study of software to develop models of scene designs for the stage. Topics include shape and texture generation; light handling; rendering; scanning; and output.
Examination of selected commercial films and art directors from various decades and genres that represent milestones in the history of Production Design. Development of practical design projects such as storyboards, color perspective rendering, 3D models and matte painting.
This course focuses on the development of the new play from early drafts, through revision, workshops, rehearsal toward a staged reading or concert level production. Select scripts may be considered for the department’s student lab series. Playwrights will have opportunities to work with actors in the development of dialogue, monologue, and character. Stress will be placed on the revision process and working with collaborators in the play’s development.
Examination of current techniques employed by system engineers regarding reinforcement techniques for live theatrical events. Emphasis will be on: microphone use for vocal and instrumental reinforcement in musical and non-musical situations, and the integration of system components (both digital and analog) into system designs for live production.
Extends the training from Acting III into Jacobean playwrights. Creating a process for a deeper understanding of working with classical text is a central focus.
THR 433Craft of Acting IV - Verse and Shakespeare3
Focus on the performance of Shakespeare by understanding how Shakespearean writing flows from world-perception to response. Emphasis on poetic meter, language, and heightened language. Exploration of three-dimensional character development within the confines of Shakespearean verse.
Expands upon the foundations learned in Acting for the Camera I with greater emphasis on character development, advanced acting technique for camera, and being able to provide honest performances in an on-demand setting. In-depth work with emotion and physicality will be explored.
Every major may choose an area in theatre for a senior project. The proposal for planning and executing a public presentation in the chosen area must be submitted to the faculty of the Department of Art and Theatre for approval prior to the semester during which the project will be attempted.
A comprehensive assessment of the performance student’s experience and study as a theatre major in preparation for continued study or employment. Preparation of portfolio and scenes.
THR 487Senior Seminar: Design, Technology, and Theatre Studies3
Comprehensive assessment and synthesis of the design/tech student’s four-year experience as a theatre major in preparation for employment or continued study. Development of resume and career goals strategy, organization and formatting of portfolio materials, presentation exercises, and a study of interview and workplace issues.
A senior experience for students in the Customized Option of the theatre B.A. program involving review of aptitudes, both theoretical and applied, relative to an individual’s potential “next step” options, whether graduate study or professional employment. Course activities may involve completion of a capstone project related to a student’s specialization area(s).
Involves investigation under faculty supervision beyond what is offered in existing courses. For further information, consult the Directed Individual Studies section in this catalogue.
Academic training and practical field experience through a program of work and study within an agency and/or setting related to the student’s principal area of interest. Faculty supervision and evaluation of all study and on-site activity. (A maximum of six credit hours may be applied toward the degree).
