102 Theatre Production: Stagecraft (1)
Hands-on participation in the construction/painting of stage scenery. 4 Lab.
103 Theatre Production: Costume (1)
Hands-on participation in the construction of stage costumes and accessories. 4 Lab.
104 The Theatre Experience (3)
Analysis of what the theatre is about, what goes on in the theatre, and what it means to be a viewer. (P5)
130 Makeup (1)
Application of stage makeup.
131 Introduction to Theatre (3)
Survey of theatre profession for beginning majors and minors. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.
140 Acting I (3)
Introduction to the basic principles of acting.
231 Stagecrafts I (3)
Introduction to theatre crafts and technology. PREQ: 131.
270 Theatre Arts Workshops I (1-3, R6)
Practical experience: performance crews in theatre productions. PREQ: Permission of instructor. 3 lab per credit hour.
300 Dramatic Literature and Criticism I (3)
Dramatic structure, interpretation, and evaluation of masterpieces; Greek period to 1700. PREQ: 131.
301 Dramatic Literature and Criticism II (3)
Dramatic structure, interpretation, and evaluation of masterpieces; 1700 to present. PREQ: 300 or permission of instructor.
310 Black Theatre Experience (3)
The study and performance of theatre and theatrical works related to the African-American experience. (P5)
330 Makeup II (1)
Advanced makeup techniques and makeup design integrating makeup, hair, and wigs. Project oriented. PREQ: 130. 3 Lab.
331 Stagecrafts II (3)
Continuation of CMTA 231 with emphasis on application to production. PREQ: 131, 231.
332 Introduction to Theatrical Design (3)
Principles and practices of design as applied to theatre. Project oriented. PREQ: 331.
333 Scenic Technology (3)
Advanced theory and practice in technology associated with scenic construction, emphasis on preparation for supervision of a basic scene shop. PREQ: 332.
335 Lighting Technology (3)
Advanced theory and practices in technology associated with theatre lighting, emphasis on preparation for supervision of lighting crew. PREQ: 332.
337 Costume Technology (3)
Advanced theory and practice associated with costume construction, emphasis on preparation for supervision of a basic costume shop. PREQ: 332.
340 Acting II (3)
Introduction to character analysis and styles. PREQ: 131, 140.
341 Acting III (3)
Advanced scene work for theatre majors. PREQ: 340.
345 Acting for the Camera I (3)
The art of acting as it relates to the television/film environment. PREQ: 140 or 340.
346 Acting for the Camera II (3)
PREQ: 345.
350 Directing I (3)
Survey and practical application of the basic theories of play directing. PREQ: 131, 140, 231.
351 Directing II (3)
Directing colloquium: production problems and solutions. PREQ: 350.
370 Theatre Arts Workshops II (1-3, R6)
Practical experience, performance, leadership portions of theatre productions. PREQ: Permission of instructor. 3 lab per credit hour.
389 Cooperative Education in Theatre Arts (1-3, R6)
See Cooperative Education Program. PREQ: Completed 60 hours and permission of department head.
400 History of the Theatre I (3)
The theatre in performance. Origins and development of theatrical forms and style through the study of acting, physical facilities, design, and the cultural milieu of the audience; Greek period to 1700. PREQ: 12 hours in major.
401 History of the Theatre II (3)
The theatre in performance. Origins and development of theatrical forms and style through the study of acting, physical facilities, design, and the cultural milieu of the audience; 1700 to present. PREQ: 400.
433 Scene Design (3)
Theory and practice in the design of stage scenery. Project oriented, emphasis on portfolio preparation. PREQ: 333.
435 Lighting Design (3)
Theory and practice in the design of stage lighting. Project oriented, emphasis on portfolio preparation. PREQ: 335.
437 Costume Design (3)
Theory and practice in the design of theatrical costumes. Project oriented, emphasis on portfolio preparation. PREQ: 337 or permission of instructor.
438 Costume and History (3)
Survey of costume/clothing as a statement of personal identity, and as a mirror of society. Ancient world through 20th century.
441 Acting IV (3)
In-depth character analysis and application. PREQ: 341.
483 Internship in Theatre Arts (3, R9).
Work experience in the theatre industry. S/U grading. PREQ: Completed 60 hours and/or permission of department head. 9 hours per week per 3-hour course.
486 Theatre Production (3, R12)
Intensive training in performance, design, or theatre technology. PREQ: Permission of department head.
493 Selected Topics in Theatre Studies (1-3, R9)
Study in a special area of interest in theatre.
496 Seminar in Professional Development (1)
Seminar in career preparation for the emerging professional. PREQ: Senior status.
499 BFA Thesis (2)
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