37 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.
THE 121Stagecraft3
Fall/Spring This course is an introduction to the craft of technical theatre through hands-on learning, lecture and readings. Through practical application students will learn the safe and appropriate use of theatrical and shop equipment. The course will include a history of staging technologies, functions of the creative team and production staff, and overviews of the tech process including scenery construction, lighting, sound, stage management, scenic painting and theatrical design. 3 credit hours
Fall Alternate Years This course teaches students practical movement techniques including stage combat, physical warmups and musical theatre dance to increase artistic expression and assist in character development. 3 credit hours
Fall/Spring This course involves hands-on experience in lighting and sound control, backstage management, stage and properties movement, costume preparation and cleaning, scenic and lighting preparation, box office management and performance. 1 credit hour
Fall/Spring This course involves hands-on experience in lighting and sound control, backstage management, stage and properties movement, costume preparation and cleaning, scenic and lighting preparation, box office management and performance. 1 credit hour
Fall/Spring This course is an introduction to the world of theatre and performance. Through group discussions, activities, reading assignments, quizzes, and exams students become familiar with the nature and history of theatre including its discipline-specific vocabulary and theoretical perspectives. Students write scenes with dialogue and present them to the class using the format of the Federal Theatre Project and write performance reviews after attending Theatre Division shows. 3 credit hours
Spring This course serves as an introduction to dance and dance history by exploring the current state of dance and the historical and cultural events that inspired different styles and techniques. Through hands-on experiences students will learn basic skills needed to mount a dance production and will investigate dance as it relates to other departments and majors. 3 credit hours
Fall This course will give students an understanding of Stanislavsky’s system, which they will apply in monologues and scene work. Students will analyze departmental productions and will share a sense of self through their art. 3 credit hours
Fall Alternate Years This course examines the role of the stage and production managers and their responsibilities in a theatrical setting. Through the use of real life scenarios and advanced technology students will learn organizational and administrative skills to ensure successful performances. 3 credit hours
This course will challenge students to learn, practice and hone the techniques used to create costume crafts and personal props for theatre. Students will develop skills in mask making, leather work, fabric manipulation, jewelry making, sewing, and creation of hand props to be utilized in main stage productions. Sustainable practices will be utilized and researched. All projects will focus on the safe use of tools and materials. 3 credit hours
THE 215 or permission of the instructor. 3 credit hours
THE 275Playwriting3
Fall This course gives students guided practice in the principles and stylistic conventions of playwriting. Students read a number of monologues and short plays; learn about modern and contemporary playwrights, and explore different theories of playwriting which will result in a short performance piece. Students will have the opportunity to submit their plays to contests and festivals across the country. This course is crosslisted as CRW 275
Spring Alternate Years This course is a study of Britain’s contribution to the theatrical landscape from Shakespeare to today. We will explore the uniqueness of British theatre and how the playwrights respond to the political and social landscape of their Prime Ministers and monarchy. A short-term study abroad option is available for students to travel to London to attend contemporary performances and go back in time to Shakespeare’s world. 3 credit hours
FCO 105 or by permission of instructor. 3 credit hours
THE 324Principles of Design3
Fall/Spring This course provides a broad overview of theatrical design. Components of scenic, lighting, costume, sound and projection design will be covered. Different genres and styles of theatre will be discussed and read both in and out of class. 3 credit hours
THE 121 Stagecraft and THE 215 Acting. 3 credit hours
THE 380Special Topics in Theatre3
Specific content changes from semester to semester and may be suggested by faculty or student interest, for example, children’s theatre, sound design, Experimental Theatre/Performance Art, and theatre defined by geography, technology, language, or playwright. 3 credit hours
Specific content changes from semester to semester and may be suggested by faculty or student interest, for example, children’s theatre, sound design, Experimental Theatre/Performance Art, and theatre defined by geography, technology, language, or playwright. 3 credit hours
This course is a study of modern and contemporary plays which represent the social & political changes of the 19th and 20th centuries and continuing today. The playwrights of realism to Absurdism to Epic theatre will be read with emphasis on American and European theatre with a concentration on women and playwrights of color. This course is crosslisted as LIT 416
THE 215 , THE 255 , or by permission of the instructor. 3 credit hours
THE 450Theatre Internship3
The purpose of an internship is to give students training and work experience in appropriate professional theatres. Responsibilities are determined by the supervisor(s) of the sponsoring theatre and faculty coordinator.
Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application. 3 credit hours
THE 451Theatre Internship3
The purpose of an internship is to give students training and work experience in appropriate professional theatres. Responsibilities are determined by the supervisor(s) of the sponsoring theatre and faculty coordinator.
Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application. 3 credit hours
THE 498Independent Study1-3
This course is an opportunity for the student to propose and execute a practical application project within their theatrical area of interest. Topics may include directing, performance, design, dramaturgy, stage management, technical direction, or a research project. These projects will be carried out under the interactive supervision of an advising faculty member. Projects will require a proposal to be approved by the Theatre faculty prior to enrolling in the course.
Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application. 1-3 credit hours
THE 499Independent Study1-3
This course is an opportunity for the student to propose and execute a practical application project within their theatrical area of interest. Topics may include directing, performance, design, dramaturgy, stage management, technical direction, or a research project. These projects will be carried out under the interactive supervision of an advising faculty member. Projects will require a proposal to be approved by the Theatre faculty prior to enrolling in the course.
