71 courses with the subject THRE, 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.
THRE 100Introduction to Theatre
Understanding the theatrical experience through study of the various types, styles, and production processes of the theatre; theatre as public art and its relationship to culture. Semester Hours 3.0
An introductory survey class of dance as art and cultural practice in our world. This class focuses study on vocabulary, styles, and history of dance, studied through viewings and writing, quizzes, movement studies, and discussion of issues, both current and historical. Semester Hours 3.0
Introduction to the technical aspects of scenery, costumes, lighting, props, and sound production with emphasis on the tools, terminology, techniques, and safety procedures appropriate to each discipline. Practical application through participation in a theatrical production. Semester Hours 3.0
Study of basic singing technique. Specific emphasis will be placed on vocal aesthetics appropriate for the genre of American Musical Theatre. Musical Theatre students are required to complete THRE 111 before taking MUSP 216. Semester Hours 1.0
Study of basic keyboarding skills to aid the comprehensive musical theatre professional. Special emphasis on real world application for Musical Theatre literature preparation and auditions. Semester Hours 2.0
Introduction to the technical aspects of stage lighting for theatrical productions with emphasis on the tools, terminology, techniques, creativity and safety procedures appropriate to the discipline. Great attention is paid to the practical application through participation in a theatrical production. Semester Hours 3.0
Introduction to the sewing and technical aspects of costuming and costume construction with emphasis on the tools, terminology, techniques, creativity, fashion and safety procedures appropriate to the discipline with practical application through in class projects and participation in theatrical production. Semester Hours 3.0
An introduction to Computer Aided Drafting & 3D Design principles as they apply to theatre and entertainment design. Students will gain exposure to Vectorworks, Spotlight, and Renderworks. In addition, students will work with Photoshop and other Adobe products to generate virtual designs. Semester Hours 3.0
Voice study is designed to give students high-level technical and musical skills, which form the basis for artistic communication with others through teaching and performance. All students studying voice will be expected to demonstrate consistent growth in vocal performance skills. This growth must be evident in the vocal technique, sound, and a consistently rising level of difficulty in repertoire requirements. Fee. Semester Hours 1.0
An exploration of ballet dance technique evaluating body alignment and execution of ballet steps. Basic knowledge of ballet history. Semester Hours 1.0
An exploration of tap dance technique evaluating rhythmic play, footwork, and terminology, as well as the historical and cultural impact of tap dance. Semester Hours 1.0
Introduction to drama, with a focus on the literary issues specific to drama as a form of narrative; consideration of dramatic genre and theory, and some attention to staging and performance, with an introduction to important playwrights of the tradition. English majors in the creative writing track are encouraged to take this course prior to English 325. Semester Hours 3.0
Investigation and application of the fundamental principles of singing - acting. Students learn to make expressive behavioral choices utilizing their voice, face, and body while singing. Song analysis is taught as a tool to identify and produce successful and effective behavioral choice-making that demonstrates specificity, clarity, emotional truth, variety and intensity in performance. Technique is developed through study in exercises and repertoire. Semester Hours 2.0
Advanced investigation and application of singing acting techniques and methodologies. Students refine their ability to make expressive behavioral choices utilizing their voice, face and body while singing through application in scene work and solo singing. Semester Hours 2.0
Skill training in sight reading, ear training, and music theory, oriented to the needs of the musical theatre performer. Fundamentals of notation, pitches, intervals, rhythms, and simple chords. In-class exercises and drills are supplemented with computer-based instruction. Semester Hours 3.0
Advanced study in vocal control; breathing, projection, pronunciation, articulation, dialect, vocal range and pitch; emphasis on speaking classical language; attention to the International Phonetic Alphabet. Semester Hours 3.0
This course develops the skills of effective Stage Management and Theatre Administration. Students will master concepts related to time management, leadership, and organizational skills as applied to production stage management in the professional theatre arena. Semester Hours 3.0
Basic understanding of elements of physicalization for the stage through practical application; exploration of the body as it reflects the inner life; examination of movement theories. Semester Hours 3.0
Organization of movement expression using essence theory of emotion, intentions, gesture, and physical characterization through movement; period movement and dance; unarmed and armed combat. Semester Hours 3.0
A survey of world dance styles ranging from Western popular dance into world tribal dances. This class focuses on communal and religious dances as well as philosophy of dance and dance theory, studied through viewings, writing, movements studies, discussions of issues and quizzes. This course will culminate in an in-depth paper exploring a specific dance of world and the cultural impact of that dance in the community where it is found. Semester Hours 3.0
This course follows the creation and performance of dance choreography from audition through final performance. Enrollment is by audition only. Students cast in the dance repertoire course learn new and previously created works of choreography by dance faculty or guest artists. In addition to developing performance skills, students are introduced to technical theatrical design concepts and are expected to complete pre and post-production assignments. May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours 3.0
This course builds on the skills acquired in the Fundamentals of Theatricals Design & Computer Aided Drafting & 3D Design for Theatre. Students will explore the set design for theatre in the contextual application through drafting, model building & 3D & Digital rendering. Semester Hours 3.0
Devised Performance is an approach to performance that emphasizes the collaborative creation of scripts for performance. In this course we will focus on the development of key Devised Performance skills such as collaboration, improvisation, writing, and social and civic engagement in a workshop classroom environment. Semester Hours 3.0
An exploration of intermediate ballet dance technique evaluating body alignment and execution of ballet steps. Basic knowledge of ballet history. May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours 3 201
Introduction to and analysis of director's role with emphasis on interpretation, creating stage action, composition, rhythm, picturization, and the coaching of actors. Semester Hours 3.0
Application of the techniques for directing introduced in 314; includes preparation of a one-act play or excerpt from a full- length play for presentation. Semester Hours 3.0
An introduction to the practice of theatre methods in non- traditional and non-theatrical settings, often with marginalized or underserved populations. The course will cover Applied Theatre techniques which tackle such diverse topics as public health, education, housing, social welfare, and juvenile and criminal justice. Semester Hours 3.0
Survey of world theatre from its origins to the Restoration; emphasis on major periods, typical plays, important personages, and major architectural and production techniques. Semester Hours 3.0 210
Study of world theatre from the Restoration to the present; emphasis on major periods, typical plays, important personages, and major architectural and production techniques. Semester Hours 3.0
Introduction to the major components of scriptwriting; emphasis on dramatic action, character, and dialogue; tools and techniques of scriptwriting; focus on the imagination and creativity of the student through the development of a short script. Semester Hours 3.0
Survey history of musical theatre; emphasis on the practical application of styles, periods, movement, dance, acting, voice, and interpretation; special emphasis on the American musical. Semester Hours 3.0
Preparation for professional auditions. Strategies, audition techniques, examination of all aspects of acting as a career, and individualized coaching. Semester Hours 1.0 -3
Representative comedies, histories, tragedies, and romances from his early, middle, and late periods, studied in the context of cultural and dramatic history and the Elizabethan theatre. Semester Hours 3.0
Practical hands-on training in Carpentry, electrics, and costume construction for departmental mainstage productions. May be repeated for credit. Pass-Fail only. Semester Hours 0.5
Practical hands on training in run crew and board operation for departmental mainstage productions. May be repeated for credit. Pass-Fail only. Semester Hours 0.5
Advanced scene study, rehearsal technique, characterization, styles, and audition preparation. Special attention is given in this course to making the transition into the professional acting world. Semester Hours 3.0
An exploration of advanced ballet dance technique evaluating body alignment and execution of ballet steps. Basic knowledge of ballet history. May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours 3
Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours of credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours of credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site. Pass-Fail only. Semester Hours 2.0 -6
Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site. Semester Hours 2.0 -6
This course pairs Emory & Henry students with a designated Barter professional for concentrated study in the theatre as a profession. Students articulate specific learning objectives in consultation with the course instructor. Pass/Fail. Semester Hours 1.0