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36 Courses Matching Search "THE"

THE101 - Introduction to the Alexander Technique (1 to 2 cr.)

The Alexander Technique is a method for improved ease and freedom of movement, balance, support and coordination. Group and individual instruction in the principles and practice of the Alexander Technique. Designed to give students a practical introduction to the Technique with a view to applying it to both everyday tasks (e.g. walking, sitting, bending), back care, as well as more specialized activities within the disciplines of music, theatre and sports (e.g., playing a musical instrument, singing, theatre voice work, and running). (Spring, Fall). Liberal arts.

THE104 - Stagecraft (3 cr.)

The physical mounting of a theatrical production is a process in problem solving including experimentation, applications of appropriate materials and technologies and the implementation and operation of these solutions within the context of Theatrical Stagecraft. (Spring, Fall).

THE106 - Introduction to Acting (3 cr.)

Exploration of the fundamentals of acting both on and off-stage, with emphasis on improvisation, theatre games, and play theory and activities. Intended to develop an awareness of the theatre's usefulness as a tool for personal discovery and communication, and to develop critical judgment of actors in performance. (Spring, Summer, Fall). Liberal arts.

THE110 - Introduction to Theatre Art (3 cr.)

An introduction and investigation of the many aspects of theatre and how it touches the present day. Artistic, historic, sociological, aspects of this collaborative art form, as well as the practice of theatre are explored. Nature of theatre art and the arts of modern theatrical production, particularly acting, directing, and designing. Theatre as related to the other arts and to the creative and psychological needs of humanity. (Fall - Spring, Summer). Liberal arts.

THE115 - Musical Theatre (3 cr.)

Refer to MUS115 course description. (Fall). Liberal arts.

THE190 - Production Laboratory (1 cr.)

The students will work with varying aspects of theatre production. Different course sections provide experience in technical production, acting or readers' theatre. (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).

THE199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.

THE206 - Acting With the Voice (3 cr.)

Concentrated attention on the voice as the crucial tool in the actor's apparatus. Preparation and presentation of monologues and duologues in both verse and prose, techniques of sight reading and reader's theatre, culminating in public performance. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisites: THE106.

THE217 - Movement Study (3 cr.)

A study course which promotes an understanding of the art dance and movement in the Performing Arts that touches experiences cultural, historical, and social in content. This course is an exploration of the creative process through movement, dance, and all forms of dance. (Spring, Summer, Fall). Liberal arts.

THE245 - American Drama (3 cr.)

Selected American plays of the 19th and 20th centuries including major figures (O'Neill, Williams, Miller), experimental theatre movements, contemporary playwriting, and the musical theatre. (Fall). Liberal arts.

THE299 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

THE301 - Theatre History (4 cr.)

A survey of western theatre history from the 6th century BC to the present. Topics include the development of the physical theatre, dramaturgy, directing, design, acting, non-western dramatic forms and alternative theatre forms. (Fall). Liberal arts.

THE303 - Production Design (4 cr.)

A foundation course developing the skills of design conceptualization and visualization in the design/directing process. Spatial reasoning, drawing, and the elements of design express the analysis of scripts and concept. Students are prepared for more advanced course work in theatre production. Laboratory work with university theatre productions. (Spring). Prerequisites: THE104, THE106, THE110 or POI.

THE305 - Story Dramatization (4 cr.)

Students create ensemble theatre pieces through improvisation, group process, and examining models of dramatized stories. Students learn to select, embrace, develop, and stage stories through the medium of Story Theatre. (Spring, Summer, Fall). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: THE106.

THE306 - Scene Study (4 cr.)

The actor's task stressing skills of analysis including: given circumstances, objective, obstacle, tactics, physicalization. Activities include the memorization and presentation of scenes and monologues for group critique. (Fall). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: THE106.

THE308 - Masks and Makeup: Design, Theory and Application (4 cr.)

Application of naturalistic makeup and imitations of traditional mask designs will culminate in performance projects. (Fall). Liberal arts.

THE311 - Performance and the Spectator (3 cr.)

An exploration and study of the relationship between the spectator and the performer. Topics of study include classic works of dramatic and performance theory from Aristotle to Graham. (Spring). Liberal arts.

THE317 - Dance and the Creative Process (3 cr.)

Creative expression through dance, music and movement. Students will choreograph and perform works based upon their development of style and technique. Exploration of the historic and cultural connection between dance and expression. The course will culminate in a performance of student works. (Spring, Fall). Liberal arts. Prerequisites: THE217.

THE318 - Playwriting (3 cr.)

Workshop-environment experience in writing for the stage. Scrutiny of the techniques involved in plot, characterization, dialogue and stage technique. Development of monologues, two-character sketches and extended scripts. Approved AWR. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: ENG101.

THE320 - Topics in Theatre (1 to 3 cr.)

Particular topics in theatre or the allied arts offered for one to three credit hours depending on the topic and the number of class meetings. May be elected more than once if the topic is different. (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall). Liberal arts.

THE335 - Lyric Scenes Workshop (3 cr.)

Study of methods of the singing actor. Exploration of basic technical aspects of acting, including concentration, motivation, stimulus-response, decisions/transitions and creation of character as they are applied to scenes from musicals, opera or operetta. Public performance of staged scenes. (Summer). Liberal arts. Prerequisites: by audition with instructor and recommended MUS233 Voice Class or previous experience in a choral ensemble.

THE340 - Visual Styles n Theatre (3 cr.)

An investigation of the historic styles of art, architecture, furniture, material objects and clothing from the point of view of designers for the stage. Also surveyed are the historic styles of stage design, forms of scenery and theatres. Students present visual research as either photo copies, drawings, props, photographs or models. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: THE110.

THE390 - Practicum in Theatre: Aspects of Theatrical Production (1 cr.)

Participation in a variety of theatre activities; emphasis: practical theatre experience. Course may be elected more than once to a maximum of six credit hours when activity is substantially different. (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).

THE395 - Junior Seminar (1 cr.)

Provides the student with an opportunity to focus their theatrical interests and skills in preparation for their final academic year and eventual career goals. Course content will include resume preparation, portfolio presentation and job search skills. (Spring). Prerequisites: theatre major, minor or concentration in elementary education status.

THE398 - Improvisation Group (1 cr.)

Intensive work in the development of improvisation skills for performance and for the adaptation, development and public performance of new theatre pieces. Theatre games in the tradition of Viola Spolin and Keith Johnstone are the basis of the training. Ensemble and individual work performed for live audiences. May be taken twice with POI. (Spring, Fall). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: by audition only.

THE399 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

THE406 - Acting Techniques (3 cr.)

An advanced studio course in the technique and process of performing the scripted character. The student will develop specific tools for script analysis and characterization as well as enhanced understanding of the vocabulary, conceptual framework, and artistic ethic which is realized in the performance. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisites: THE106 and one of the following: THE206, THE305, THE306, or POI.

THE416 - Directing the Play (4 cr.)

Theory and practice of theatre direction. The production process, both amateur and professional, from play selection through rehearsal to performance. (Fall). Prerequisites: THE106 and THE110.

THE419 - Styles of Acting (4 cr.)

Realistic plays serve as reference for the investigation of major styles from world theatre in terms of theatrical conventions, structure of language, and social, political, and moral attitudes of the play presenting the playwright and his/her time. Play reading, script in hand staging and theatre games will supplement reading, writing, and performance. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisites: THE106; one of the following: THE206, THE305, THE306.

THE419L - Styles of Acting Lab (0 cr.)

(Spring).

THE456 - Modern Drama: 1880-1925 (3 cr.)

British and continental drama from decline of the Victorian expressionism in the war years. Playwrights studied: Ibsen, Chekhov, Strindberg, Shaw, Jarry, and Pirandello. (Fall). Liberal arts.

THE457 - World Drama Since 1925 (3 cr.)

British and continental drama focusing on such phenomena as epic theatre the absurdists, theatre of cruelty, agit-prop drama and multimedia experiments. Playwrights studied: Brecht, Durrenmatt, Beckett, Genet, and Weiss. (Spring). Liberal arts.

THE490 - Senior Project (3 cr.)

A culminating experience for senior theatre students. After enrolling for the course, the theatre student will make application for project approval to all Theatre faculty with their advisor's guidance. The project documents creative and scholarly work. (Spring, Fall). Liberal arts. Prerequisites: Senior Theatre Major.

THE496 - Teaching Practicum (1 to 3 cr.)

Assist instructor in planning, preparation, class discussions and teaching in undergraduate sections of appropriate theatre or tutoring courses. May not be taken more than once. Liberal Arts. Prerequisites: senior standing, theatre major, permission of supervising instructor and the chairperson.

THE498 - Internship in Performing Arts (1 to 15 cr.)

A student designed, interdisciplinary approach to explore several problems involved in the performing arts of theatre. Acting, musical theatre, singing, dance, directing, scene and lighting design, costume and makeup design, technical production, and arts management are examples to be explored. The internship may be designed around a studio performance and production problem not normally covered in regularly scheduled courses, culminating in a performing event. (Spring, Summer, Fall). Prerequisites: upper-level standing, admission by application with resume, interview, audition and proposal.

THE499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

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