14 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 1015♦Acting I3
Acting I introduces students to the craft of acting. Topics include preparing for a performance, and the basics in Stanislavski training. (No previous acting experience is necessary).
Stagecraft I is the study of the basic technical principles of scenery, lighting and costuming with application of the techniques, materials and stage equipment for the construction and handling of technical theatre devices.
ENGL 0870 and READ 0870 appropriate entrance scores or instructor’s permission. This course was formerly THEA 2520.
THEA 1030♦Introduction to Theatre3
Introduction to Theatre is designed to develop an appreciation of the place of drama in society. Students will read and view selected plays with emphasis placed on the elements of drama, tragedy and comedy with accompanying coverage of theatre history.
Fundamentals of Theatrical Design is designed to introduce students to the study of the fundamental principles of design concerning scenery, lighting, sound, costumes and makeup and the practical application to the realms of theatre and live entertainment.
Introduction to Light and Sound is designed to introduce students to the study of the fundamental principles of design concerning lighting and sound and the practical application to the realms of theatre and live entertainment.
Theatre History I is a study in the development of theatrical art through the English Restoration and Eighteenth Century, including its role in the history of civilization and its relation to other arts and society.
ENGL 0870 and READ 0870 or appropriate entrance scores.
THEA 2015♦Acting II3
Acting II is designed to further develop student’s skills in all aspects of Stanislavski based actor training including vocal and physical elements. Students will work on script interpretation, monologues, and scene work. Students will also explore different styles of acting such as Shakespeare, Comedy, Drama, and audition skills.
THEA 1015 or Instructor Approval This course was formerly THEA 2530.
THEA 2020♦Theatre History II3
Theatre History II is a study in the development of theatrical art forms from the Eighteenth Century to the present, including its role in the history of civilization and its relation to other arts and society.
ENGL 0870 and READ 0870 or appropriate entrance scores
Corequisite
ENGL 1010 and/or THEA 1030 or THEA 1025
THEA 2050♦Advanced Design3
Advanced Design will expand the student’s abilities as a designer and enable them to develop and execute designs for a variety of theatrical productions as live entertainment. Students will learn to communicate both technical and artistic ideas using the design principles learned in Fundamentals of Design and Introduction to Light and Sound.
Audition Techniques is a practical course which helps the students investigate, select, and prepare professional audition material appropriate to the individual and to the specific audition. The course will explore audition techniques that build upon the skills learned in Acting I and Acting II.
Playscript Analysis introduces students to methods of reading and analyzing literature for the stage. Using a variety of plays and exercises, the student will learn to use analytic tools that will help them approach the script from various professional points of view (actor, director, designer, dramaturg, and audience).
Production Practicum credit is earned for participation in a realized theatrical Northeast State Community College Theatre Department production. Students will be involved in one or more aspects of play production including artistic meetings, production meetings, auditions, rehearsals, technical work, design work, and stage management. This course may be repeated for a total of 3 credit hours.
Theatre Capstone is a one-hour credit course designed to prepare the students in their last semester before graduation for a successful transition to a four-year school or possible professional work.