Participation in design and production assignments for School of Theatre Productions. Student must participate in a minimum of 60 hours.
Practical experience as a performer, dramaturg, or assistant director in mainstage productions.
A survey of Theatre history and its effects upon modern Theatre. The roles of the actors, directors, choreographers, technicians, designers and critics will be explored through live presentations.
A survey of dramatic literature through script analysis.
Covers the practical application of scenic construction, lighting, costume construction, and stage props. Familiarizes the student with the equipment, hardware, safety, and techniques common in each area through lecture and practical experience.
(Laboratory activity-3 contact hours=1 credit hour). A one semester hour credit will be given for participation as an actor in a student directed scene.
This class is intended to serve the beginning design student by orienting them to the creative process and expression used in art and with an emphasis to the dramatic arts.
This course will provide an opportunity to study, from the viewpoint of an actor, the major elements of dramatic literature, playscript analysis, and historical acting methods.
(2 lecture, 3 laboratory) Must be taken for a total of 3 credits. The emphasis of the course is on the primary needs of acting: emotional recall and recreation, concentration, motivation, personality and character development, physical and vocal ingredients of character and believability.
This course is designed to instruct the actor in voice and speech for the stage. Topics covered include: use and understanding of the vocal instrument, vocal anatomy, vocal projection and articulation.
This course is designed to instruct the actor in voice (vocal sound production) and speech (vocal communication) for the stage. Through lectures, assigned readings, class performances, and most importantly, through exercises and practice, students will be expected to demonstrate various aspects of voice and speech.
This course deals with continued development of intelligent use and care of the speaking voice utilizing IPA and Linkater approaches and studies to the major stage dialects.
This course is designed to advance an actor's proficiency in voice, speech and dialects for the stage. Through lectures, assigned readings, and most importantly, through exercises and practice, students will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in various aspects of voice, speech and dialects.
An introductory course to theatrical drafting rendering.
This is an introductory course designed to explore scenic design through script analysis, period research, and conceptual development. Students will develop the skills necessary to clearly and effectively communicate your visual interpretation of selected scripts as a designer through drawing, rendering, and mechanical drafting exercises.
Introduction to stage costume, approach to the play, survey of dress history, research, the designer's tools, rendering, sketching, fabrics, putting a show together.
Costume from ancient to modern times with attention for theatre design. Evolution of garments, cultural influence. Western world dress with Asian influence and world cultures noted.
Introduction to technical skills and crafts used in costuming. Sewing, cutting from patterns, fabric modification, dyeing, painting, garment fitting and alterations are included.
Students will have an opportunity to enrich their appreciation of society and culture through the media of theatre and film.
An introduction to designing with light, practical applications and theatrical use. Course concentrates on the process from script analysis, concept and paperwork through actually hanging and lighting two projects.
This class will introduce you to the work of the Master Electrician and the technology used in the theatre lighting. The first half of the semester we will examine the equipment and procedures of the Master Electrician. The second half will go through the electronics and control structures used in modern lighting control systems.
(2 lecture, 3 laboratory) A basic course in the principles of directing a play. The major focus is on contemporary theories and practices of stage directing.
This course will enable the student to study, explore and participate in the management and administrative activities and issues faced by theatre arts administrators currently working in the field.
Prepares the student to design, set-up, operate and repair sound reinforcement and recording equipment with emphasis on theatre specific practices. Digital audio and live performance mixing is also covered.
Fundamentals of audio technology in the theatre, concert and corporate Industries. Students will learn the practical applications and responsibilities of a sound engineer, as well as planning, paperwork, power distribution, rigging, basic maintenance, directing a crew, troubleshooting, creative problem solving, signal routing, and sound board operations.
A hands-on survey of the work of the master carpenter and technical director with a focus on construction techniques and practices used in scenic construction, rigging, problem solving, budgeting and drafting working drawings.
Combining lectures and demonstrations with laboratory practicum, students will learn basic principles of make-up application for primarily stage with some discussion of the necessary adaptations for screen.
This class is designed for the pre-service teacher in order to increase their skill and knowledge in the area of creative drama.
A step-by-step process approach to scene study. Units will be covered connecting the actor with the discovery of purpose/obstacle/relationships/given circumstances/ character/orchestration and text scoring.
This tour is designed to result in the production of a play for children that will tour to area schools. There will be evening rehearsals and crew in addition to class time.
(2 contact hours per week). Two-part series of courses in the preparation of actor's skills in movement. This course introduces physical training designed to improve alignment, increase body awareness, and heighten performer's focus, stamina, strength, flexibility, and ability to support psychological choices in three-dimensions.
Second in a two part series of courses in the preparation of actor's skills in movement. This course deepens students' engagement with physical training designed to improve alignment, increase body awareness, and heighten performer's focus, stamina, strength, flexibility, and ability to support psychological choice in three-dimensions.
This class is intended to serve the advanced design student by orienting them to the history of the manufactured world around them. The student will study a broad history of the architecture and decorative arts that will impact their design work in the future. Students will actively research, write and read various materials in the class and begin to see how they, as designers, impact the culture around them as an active artist.
The development of Western theatre from its classical roots through the mid- 17th century, as well as African and Asian theatre from its roots to the present. Emphasis on research.
A continuation of
THEA 296, focusing on American and European theatre. Emphasis on research.
Participation in advanced level design and production assignments of School of Theatre productions.
Receive information about current important ideas in many fields of knowledge from authorities nationally known in their fields of specialization.
This course is a study of the basic techniques of a scenic artist. Emphasis is placed on equipment, procedure and practical application. In this class we will explore methods of traditional one-dimensional scene painting as well as the fundamentals of drawing. Projects will include a variety of textures including wood graining, brick, stone and drapery as well as a landscape and foliage project.
This course is a study of the basic techniques of the scenic artist. Emphasis is placed on equipment, procedure and practical application. In this class we will explore methods of traditional one-dimensional scene painting as well as the fundamentals of drawing. Projects will include lettering, translucency, stamps and stencils and use those of pneumatic sprayers.
Advanced Scene Design is an advanced course designed to expand skills developed in Beginning Scene Design. This course will further enhance the student's abilities to artistically conceptualize multiple genres of theatre through extensive script analysis and research. Students will further expand rendering and mechanical drafting skills to better enhance your communication with directors and other members of the design team. Students will acquire skills to professionally present a portfolio ready design work conceptually to your peers and other design faculty. Completion of this course or area instructor consent is required for a student to be considered for a STAD main stage realized design.
The purpose of this course is an introduction to the study of properties technology and how it relates to production staging and theatre overall. This class will discuss the role of a props artist in a modern theatrical company and the tasks that may be asked of them.
Introduction to designing costumes for the stage. Emphasis on the historical, conventional and visual tools and media available to the designer for translating verbal script to visual and tactile form. Completion of this course or area instructor consent is required for a student to be considered for a STAD mainstage realized design.
This intensive course will cover the key points of creating completed costume renderings through the use of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
A survey of important plays that have had major impact on the evolution of the modern theatre through thematic concerns, social reflection, revolutionary genre, and production styles.
Required laboratory arranged. Advanced work in stage lighting design with an emphasis on the artistic applications of lighting in plays, operas, musicals and tour shows. Completion of this course or area instructor consent is required for a student to be considered for a STAD main stage realized design.
This course is intended to provide training in all aspects of the design of media and projections for theatrical productions. The course will focus upon all steps of the conception and implementation of a media design for a theatrical show or performance.
Advanced study of the natural resources of the human voice and body as artistic resources for the performer. Continued focus on effective and healthful use of the vocal instrument and stage dialects.
(2 lecture; 2 laboratory) Basic directing techniques as applied to period styles. Focus on research for the director and application of period styles in scene work.
This course will continue the student's exploration of the art of Sound Design. Students will analyze sound for emotional impact, determine qualities of sound that impart these effects, and discover how these ideas can be transferred to the stage. Completion of this course or area instructor consent is required for a student to be considered for a STAD main stage realized design.
Focus on modern drama from early realism through contemporary eclectic styles in this advanced acting laboratory.
Concentration on period styles including Greek, Elizabethan, Commedia dell'Arte, English Restoration and French Neoclassic in this advanced acting laboratory.
In this course students will experience the craft of acting for the camera. Topics will include: the difference between stage and film acting, technical demands of film acting, script analysis, and on-set behavior.
Gain practical experience in the theatre classroom with a variety of materials and concepts. This course requires observation in elementary and/or middle school theatre classrooms, as well as preparing, teaching and assessing progress. Reflection on teaching experiences in a weekly seminar.
This course will guide and assist the student playwright through the creative process of writing a one act play or screen play. Course work will include lecture, exercises, and completion of several writing assignments. Final project will be completion of a one act play or film treatment and 30 pages of dialogue.
This course will introduce student playwrights to theatrical genre and style by guiding and assisting them though the creative process of writing a full-length play. Course work will include lecture and discussion either on line or in person and creative writing exercises.
A class to teach the student how to work as a stage manager in the theatre and what to expect from the position. Focus is on problem solving.
In this course students will learn to use their three-dimensional selves to create character from the ground up. Students will also continue physical training designed to interrupt habits and increase their strength, stamina, focus and physical clarity as performers.
This course will include the basics of drafting; scenic, lighting and costume design; and scenic painting with a focus on research and creative exercises.
Learn teaching techniques, curriculum and classroom organization, testing and evaluation, procedures and materials and relationship of the subject area to the total program.
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EDFE 120 with a minimum grade of S or Applic for Full Adm to PTEP with a minimum score of 9)
Supervised and specialized field work involving theory and methodology in practice. Two copies of evaluation paper required, filed with instructor/department.
This course is developed to explore, discuss, develop, and implement all elements of theatrical design in conjunction with a director's vision as a mutual agreement with the design team. The ideals and practice of collaboration as both a verbal and visual communication is emphasized through in class collaboration.
The student must submit a written proposal prior to approval of the study. Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.)
Special Notes
Maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.
This course teaches the basic principles of both production and new play dramaturgy. These include: read and analyze a play, accomplish and organize research for production, and communication with director and/or playwright and the public.
Produce a one act play under instructor's supervision. Extensive prompt book and well-written self-analysis required.
Advanced technical theatre class covering a variety of topics regarding professional development and employment. Topics covered include portfolios, resumes, professional and graduate school interviews, work environments, job searches, theatrical job markets, and personal growth in the field of theatrical design and technology.
Practicum focused on mainstage production work in the student's emphasis area: design, technical direction or stage management. Typically done in the senior year. This project is assigned by advisor.
In this course we will cover a myriad of topics surrounding employment and/or following a life in the theatre. Students will actively engage in development of their professional theatrical resumes, cover letters and portfolios.
Covers various aspects of audition techniques. Units include: selection of material, preparing and presenting auditions, resume, and picture preparations and guest instructor information.
This course includes selection, staging, choreographing, rehearsing and performing the materials selected for the LA Showcase at the end of Spring Term at the Falcon Theatre in Burbank, CA.
Duties and responsibilities of stage managers in practice. Communication, rehearsal, performance techniques. Conceptual and realized approaches to theatre management.
Gain practical experience in teaching and learning in the theatre classroom with a variety of materials and concepts. Requires observation in secondary theatre classrooms, as well as preparing, teaching and assessing a theatre arts instructional work sample unit. Reflection on teaching experiences in weekly seminar.
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THEA 365 with a minimum grade of D- or
EDFE 125 with a minimum grade of S or Applic for Full Adm to PTEP with a minimum score of 9)
This seminar provides persons actively involved in the student teaching program in Theatre Arts with a support system and pertinent information to assist them during their field experience.
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EDFE 130 with a minimum grade of S or (Passed Required Praxis with a minimum score of 9 and Application for Student Tching with a minimum score of 9))