22 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 103Introduction to the Theater3
As an introduction to the art and craft of the theater, this course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the work of playwrights, actors, directors, and designers. Students also study the technical and management functions of play production. Course work includes attendance at live stage productions and participation in the development and production of a scene for an in-class performance. Fine Arts Core Course
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in Theater [THEA] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in Theater that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may also be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in Theater [THEA] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in Theater that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may also be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course
This course serves both as an introduction to the basic craft and art of acting as well as a survey of the practice of acting in different historical periods. The student learns physical and vocal preparation; develops diction and projection skills; and explores the use of improvisation as a tool in both actor training and rehearsal. For in-class presentation, the student memorizes, rehearses, and presents both short solo pieces and scene work in conjunction with a partner. Audition techniques are also covered. Fine Arts Core Course
In this course, the student is responsible for portraying one or more characters in a play, and integrating his/her work into an ensemble performance. Course work varies according to the production, but includes analyzing and understanding the character played; rehearsing; memorizing lines; business; blocking; and performing. Duties may also involve singing, dancing, playing a musical instrument, stage fighting, acrobatics, etc. Registration for this course is contingent upon a successful audition with the stage director(s).
Students become part of the construction or running crew of a theater production. Course work varies according to the actual production and may include such content areas as: operation of lighting or sound equipment during performances; construction and painting of scenery; the hanging and circuiting of lighting instruments; and the care and maintenance of costumes. Throughout the course, the student learns various aspects of technical theater, including the principles of maintaining a clean and safe work environment and how to integrate his/her work into a complex operation.
In this course, the student becomes part of the marketing team for a theater production and learns the skills involved in copywriting, soliciting advertisements for inclusion in a program book, ushering, telemarketing, and mailings. The student also learns the fundamentals of audience and client relations; effective representation of a performing arts organization; and the fundamentals of direct marketing.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in Theater [THEA] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in Theater that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may also be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course
This course takes the tools provided in THEA 240 , Fundamentals of Acting, and builds upon them. By beginning to focus on applying the creative process to written dramatic texts, students learn basic scene study and rehearsal techniques, applying these both to their own small scene work as well as to the projects of THEA 240 students. Together, they further continue to hone their craft by observing and helping to instruct THEA 240 students in their work.
In this course, students independently study traditional Realistic acting theory (Stanislavski) as well as work on two large scenes with a partner. The techniques learned in THEA 240 , Fundamentals of Acting, as well as new material gleaned from assigned readings, are used to guide their work in developing rich, nuanced presentations which may be used as examples in THEA 240 lectures.
In this course, the student becomes the stage manager for a theater production. Responsibilities include staffing rehearsals; assembly of a prompt book; careful notation of blocking and business; entry of sound, light, and multimedia cues; management of actors; integration of technical elements into performance; maintenance of order at rehearsals; purchasing rehearsal supplies; maintaining accurate records of expenditures and attendance; and calling all cues during technical as well as dress rehearsals and performances.
The student serves as a dramaturg for a theater production in this course. He/she conducts historical and production research on the play being produced and communicates relevant information to the director, the designers, and the audience. The student develops a thorough understanding of the play and the production concept through study and through consultation with the director. He/she is required to research the history of the time in which the play is set and the production history of the play as well as provide useful materials to the director, the designers, and the house manager. The student also writes explanatory essays for publication in the program book, identifies expenses related to his/her research, and develops a budget to meet those needs.
This course allows the student the opportunity to supervise a technical crew in a theater production. Technical crews are typically involved in properties, construction, electrics, and running. Responsibilities include scheduling and staffing work sessions, providing instruction, interpreting plans and instructions, purchasing materials, and maintaining accurate records of expenditures and attendance.
The student enrolled in this course is responsible for one of the design areas in a theater production: set and properties, costumes, make-up, lighting, sound, or multimedia. Duties include understanding the design needs of the production through a study of the script; consultation with the director, the dramaturg, and other designers; and observation of rehearsals. The student also develops and proposes a budget to allow for the execution of the design, and drafts plans and documents for the design’s completion. He/she supervises the construction and/or installation of the design and maintains the design’s integrity throughout the production.
THEA 103 and 100-level ART requirements for the major. Registration is contingent upon the instructor’s review of the student’s design portfolio as well as an interview with and approval by the instructor.
THEA 370Theater Production: Marketing Management3
The student supervises several areas of responsibility which are assigned to the marketing crew for a theater production. Opportunities for such supervisory experiences include (1) house management, which involves training and scheduling the ushers, maintaining a pleasant environment for the audience, and designing a lobby display; (2) box office management, which focuses on training and scheduling the box office staff, managing the reservation system, and accounting for box office receipts; and, (3) advertisement sales management, which involves the training and management of a sales staff, maintaining sales records, and accounting for advertising sales receipts. The purchase of materials and maintenance of accurate records of expenditures and attendance are also part of the student’s supervisory experiences in this course.
This course provides opportunities for the student to serve on the marketing team for a theater production and to create images that are used for promotional and archival purposes. Duties vary according to the production, but may include (1) photography, involving formal head shots of the artists, candid rehearsal and production shots, and performance-quality shots of the dress rehearsal; (2) desktop publishing, which focuses on the production of flyers, posters, tickets, a T-shirt template, and the program book, as well as serving as production liaison with the printer; and (3) graphic design, which incorporates the design of the production logo and other graphical materials that may be needed for the production, including images which are integrated into the performance. The student also learns to identify expenses related to his/her publications work and to develop a budget to meet these needs.
THEA 103 and other courses as determined by the instructor according to specific production needs; ART 295 for photography; ART 220 or ART 280 for graphic design; CA 270 for desktop publishing. Registration is contingent upon the instructor’s review of the student’s design portfolio as well as an interview with and approval by the instructor.
THEA 426Special Topics in Theater
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in Theater [THEA] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in Theater that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may also be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course
This course enables each student to begin exploring the art of acting outside of Realism. Existing texts or original works may be used to help the student as he/she meets the challenges which are inherent in working without a partner. Elements outside of strict Realism, such as imagery and tone color of language, stylized movements, multiple characterization, and symbolism are also studied.
In this course, the student directs a fully produced play, usually a one-act. Duties vary according to the production, but include such areas as text analysis; performer auditions; building a rehearsal schedule; determining blocking and business; and supervising designs. The student also develops and administers a budget for the production.
English Literature Core, THEA 103 , THEA 240 , and THEA 350 . Registration is contingent upon an interview with and approval by the instructor and on the season’s production schedule.
THEA 460Theater Production: Technical Direction3
The student serves as the technical director (TD) for a theater production in this course. He/she is responsible for ensuring that all technical components of the play are made to designer specifications, are ready on deadline, and are executed properly in performance. Duties vary according to the production, but usually include developing a calendar of technical deadlines; scheduling, staffing, and supervising of work sessions; developing and supervising the budget for each design area; maintaining safe, clean, and functional environments for work sessions, rehearsals, and performances; construction of set pieces and specialized properties; supervising and troubleshooting the technical rehearsal; and supervising the strike.
THEA 103 and THEA 360 . Registration is contingent upon an interview with and approval by the instructor.
THEA 470Theater Production: Marketing Direction3
This course allows the student to serve as the marketing director for a theater production. As such, the student is responsible for generating an audience for the production and ensuring that the audience is given what it needs to enjoy and appreciate the performance. Duties include developing a marketing strategy and a calendar of marketing deadlines; coordinating the marketing managers; supervising all marketing efforts; developing and supervising the marketing budget; coordinating with Neumann University’s marketing staff; and placing advertisements in a variety of media.
THEA 103 and THEA 370 Registration is contingent upon an interview with and approval by the instructor.
THEA 480Independent Study Project (ISP)
Credit Varies Qualified students who seek individualized advanced study in some area of theater that is not covered in scheduled courses may apply for an Independent Study Project (ISP). Students assume responsibility for special readings, research, and/or performance requirements under the supervision of a designated faculty member. Regular meetings with faculty and completion of all assignments are required.
