Theater Arts

Studies plays of the classic and modern periods, of genres such as tragedy, comedy, farce, and melodrama, and of the art and craft of theatre.

Examines fundamentals of stage acting with special emphasis on improvisation. Introduces the principles that govern the performing environment. Speech and vocal skills as well as theatrical movement will be stressed. Emphasis is on the preparation aspect of acting rather than on performance.

Introduces beginning techniques of tap dance.

Acquaints the student with the beginning principles of makeup and progresses to character makeup.

Features performance of musical theatre productions. May be repeated to a maximum of eight credits. Same as MUS 176.

Surveys cinema in its diverse forms. Course uses films to show historical and stylistic influences on the aesthetic values and social implications of cinema.

Focuses in depth on a special topic in theater.

Introduces the backstage world of the theatre by the study of lighting and sound systems and of technical stage riggings. Students will gain practical experience by serving as the crew for a college theatrical production.

Continues acting principles presented in Introduction to Acting I with an emphasis on the classics.

Offers practical experience in stage productions.

Offers an in-depth study of some technical aspect of theater. Through practical application students can explore lighting, set art, set construction, sound, set design or rigging.

Introduces the concept and practice of performing on camera and working with directors. Performance and discussion of scenes from television, film, and commercials. Discussion of the business of the entertainment industry.

Explores basic theatrical improvisation for general students. Focuses on spontaneity, flexibility, and structure. Variety of theatrical styles and improvisational techniques explored.

Field study class in which students travel to an arranged destination for the purpose of play viewing, play study and possible workshop attendance.

Prerequisites: MUS176,THTR176 Continues skills learned in THTR 176 or MUS 176. Offers a workshop in the techniques of musical theatre. May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits. Same as MUS 176.