Develops appreciation of Theater as a cultural, social and artistic force. Considers both traditional and contemporary styles of theatrical expression.
Not a performance course   (LA, AA2)

Study of the origins, development, and current practices of the American musical Theater, with emphasis on structure, staging, and performance style. Examination of scripts, music, and production approaches of such artists as Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II.
Cross-listed as MUSC 126   (LA, AA2)

Introductory acting course, covering approaches to stage business and characterization. Study and preparation of a variety of roles. Opportunities to appear in frequent classroom scenes on the laboratory stage.   (LA, AA2)

Introduces basic principles of the art and technique of stage makeup used to achieve technical proficiency and assist actors in character development.   (LA)

The most recent practice and theory in Theater. Reading of scripts, description, and exploratory theatrical performances. Observation of performances, live, and on film. History since 1950. Field trips required.
Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. THTR   (LA)

Study of acting methods and characterization and their communication in the Theater. Individual projects in acting different types of plays.
Prerequisite: THTR 111   (LA)

Laboratory experience to develop techniques and understanding of the improvisational approach to theater. Readings to acquaint the student with the development of this form.
(LA, AA2)

Through practical application, students will become acquainted with various movement techniques. Each student will be encouraged to discover the potentials and limitations of his/her own body, to use these discoveries in performance situation, and to develop an individual set of exercises. Although the course focuses on movement for the theatrical stage, anyone who needs an expressive body will find it useful.   (LA)

Study of material, techniques, tools, and machinery used in the construction, rigging, and building of stage scenery. Overview of instrumentation, application, and computer technology used to light the scene.    (LA)

Practice in costume construction for the major productions of the season. Opportunities for individual design and costume responsibility. Lectures in history and design. Laboratory hours to be arranged.
Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. THTR, COMM, ART, or FASH Clothing    (LA)

The study of stage costume design, theory, style, and techniques. Application of theory to design problems.
Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. THTR, COMM, ART, or FASH Clothing    (LA)

This course is designed to give a student an in-depth look at the history of clothing through the practical eyes of the costume designers working for the stage and screen.
Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. THTR, COMM, ART, or FASH Clothing    (LA)

History, aesthetics, theory and technology of lighting for Theater and television. Covers principles of electricity and optics of standard equipment. Practice in graphic representation and design execution. Discussion of advanced lighting equipment and recent technical developments.
Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. THTR    (LA)

The development of Theater arts from the ancients through Neoclassicism. Emphasis on the physical Theater and production techniques. Representative plays studied as they illustrate these elements.
Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. THTR or LITR    (LA, AA2)

The development of Theater arts from Romanticism to the present. Emphasis on the physical Theater and production techniques. Representative plays studied as they illustrate these elements.
Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. THTR or LITR    (LA, AA2)

Analyzing plays in order to visualize their potential theatrical production. Emphasizes dramatic structure, theatrical style, and staging. Includes laboratory.
Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. THTR or LITR    (LA)

The study of a phase of performance or production through participation in productions approved for credit by the department. A written analysis of the work or critique and evaluation meeting required.
Prerequisites: 3 s.h. in specific THTR area and permission of instructor

The course is an in-depth preparation and performance of a role either onstage, backstage, or as dramaturge, culminating in a public production. A paper analyzing the experience will be required. Students may repeat the course up to a maximum of 6 credit hours.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor

Study of selected areas of technical Theater using individual or group projects. Emphasis on the application of current developments in materials and technology. Projects determined by student interests and opportunities available in department-sponsored productions. May be repeated for up to 6 s.h. credit.
Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. THTR

Unique topics in Theater. Focus on ideas that may confront students in their current studies, with emphasis on past and future directions of the Theater. LA determination based on course content.
Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. THTR

Designed to provide a college-level experience for students who are exceptionally qualified to undertake appropriate responsibilities and demands including such activities as tutoring, grading and recording of exams, assisting in research, assisting in the setup and supervision of video presentations and/or production classes, and/or participating in classroom presentations. Assistant works directly under the guidance of a faculty member.
Prerequisite: JrS, competence in the subject area, and satisfactory completion of course for which the student will assist. Minimum 3.0 GPA, plus permission of instructor and the Department Chair

Special studies under department supervision for students who have shown unusual ability in Theater. May be continued in successive semesters. LA determination based on course content.
Prerequisites: SoS , 6 s.h. in specific THTR area (3 s.h. 200-level), minimum “B” average, and permission of instructor

This course offers students the opportunity to learn and/or refine their skills for auditions and performance. Through a variety of research, written, workshop, and performance assignments, students will gain experience and knowledge necessary for the pursuance of a professional and/or academic career in theater arts. The course will focus on audition preparation, rehearsal, construction of portfolio, and performance of material through monologues, dialogues, scene study, song and movement.
Prerequisites: Two of the following: THTR 101, 111, 211, 215, 217

Developing a theatrical concept of the play script. Basic techniques for staging a play so as to express the concept. Practice in directing scenes.
Prerequisites: JrS and 6 s.h. THTR (3 s.h. 200-level)   (LA)

Theory and practice in design of scenery for stage and television. Preparation of water color renderings, models, and working drawings. Consideration of design problems, both aesthetic and practical.
Prerequisites: THTR 220 and either JrS or 3 s.h. of 200-level THTR courses    (LA)

Internship allowing students to apply the theories, principles, and practices learned in the classroom and to extend and develop this learning by performing or closely observing performances. Faculty sponsor must be a member of the Communication Arts Department qualified in the area of internship. Only 6 s.h. may be applied to major concentration. Prerequisites: JrS, permission of department, passage of CWE, and 6 s.h. in specific THTR area (3 s.h. 200-level) with minimum “B” average

Special studies under department supervision for students who have shown unusual ability in Theater. May be continued in successive semesters with a maximum of 12 s.h. LA determination based on course content.
Prerequisites: JrS, 6 s.h. in specific THTR area (3 s.h. 200-level), and permission of instructor