20 courses with the subject DRA, 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.
Experience in the practical aspects of play production as an actor and/or technician. Requires a minimum of 45 hours as a cast and /or crew member of a theatrical production.
Laboratory course in drama. Emphasis on the application of acting and production skills in a variety of settings including drama ministry. Offered every semester.
MUSIC 133 - Music Survey or MUS 134 Introduction to Music Lit.
A practice course which involves a variety of creative activities to help the student devel- op the art of choreographing movement for stage.
An introduction to the development and the skill training of the actor with focus on the basic techniques which form the foundation for further study and performance; physical and mental relaxation techniques; and an introduction to vocal work and character study.
A continuation of Introduction to Acting. This course concentrates on the relationship between actors and an in-depth look into character interpretation. Contemporary and stan- dard plays and dialogues will be taught and acted out. Prerequisite: DRA 211.
An introduction to the theory and craft of construction and design for the theater. Topics to include set construction, scene painting, light, sound and props. Must register for Theater Production credit.
A study of the theological backgrounds, history, and philosophy of church drama mm- istry. How to use the dramatic arts as a ministry tool in teaching biblical principles.
How to formulate ideas and materials for writing short sketches and plays for the mm- istry. Publishing companies and their requirements will be studied and the actual writing of scripts and the performance of those scripts will be a part of the class. Prerequisite: ENG 110.
A continuation of Introduction to Acting. The student will develop natural skill within the context of various period styles including Greek, Commedia Dell’ Arte, Shakespeare, Restoration Comedy and Melodrama. Prerequisite: DRA 211.
Styles of make-up and characterization will be learned and developed. How to apply the principles of make-up for street, clown, mime, or full productions.
AND THEATRE HISTORY I A survey of dramatic literature within its historical context. This course will emphasize the development of theatre practices that have had an impact upon the playwrights through analysis of selected plays from ancient Greek, Roman, Medieval, Renaissance, Restoration, and Classical Asian Theatre.
AND THEATRE HISTORY II A survey of dramatic literature within its historical context, this course will emphasize the development of theatre practices that have had an impact upon the playwrights from the rise of realism to contemporary theatre, including non-western theatre and plays.
Introduction to the techniques of directing for the theater including blocking, character development and play production. Prerequisite: DRA 211 or permission of the instructor.
Planning and preparing a full production utilizing lights, make-up, sound, budget and programs with skilled actors in a church or theatre setting. Prerequisite: DRA 350.
A continuation of DRA 211: Introduction to Acting and DRA 3 11: Acting: Period Styles. The study of various acting styles and methods will be explored through the development of improvisational techniques. Contemporary means of developing character and intensity out- side the realm of traditional acting will be presented. Prerequisites: DRA 211 or DRA 311.
A study of Shakespeare’s histories, comedies, tragedies and poetry. Prerequisite: English 211 or 212. Offered fall semester, every year.
A course presenting various topics of contemporary interest. Topics will change each semester.
The student will engage in research or skill development appropriate to his/her career goals. A major project or performance is required. Prerequisite: DRA 352.
Source: Lee University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
