THR - Theatre

Course focuses on modern techniques to help the student gain greater control over their body and voice. Students will explore various techniques for the voice and body that will help them clearly communicate characters both physically and vocally to the audience.

Explores methods of reading, studying, and analyzing theatrical scripts for production on stage and screen. By concentrating on the script as a vehicle for performance, students understand the script from the perspective of the actor, director, and designer. Extensive writing required.

Addresses basic techniques of acting applied to creating contemporary characters, including imaginative, emotional, and sensory responsiveness to realistic dramatic situations. Develops appreciation for the craft of acting, and clear and motivated characters for stage and church worship. Primarily for Theatre majors and minors and related majors; nonmajors by permission from the professor or Division Chair.

Introduction to scenery, lighting, costume design, technical theater practices, and production management, stressing practical production experience and terminology. Learn to use tools, equipment, and techniques necessary for basic scenery construction, including stock 2-D and 3-D units, weight bearing scenery, properties and basic scene painting techniques. Requires practical production involvement and laboratory hours.

Provides practical experience working in theatre program productions.

Concentrates on stage design, including set design, set painting, props design, and lighting design. Examines evolution of theatrical design and the development of dramatic forms, various design problems, and research possibilities. Learn basic techniques for color, drawing, drafting, rendering, and model-making, skills that are used to create the stage design for a musical.

Explores basic theories and techniques of stage directing for school and professional productions. Through play readings and script analyses, attendance of local performances, and discussion, students develop a basic understanding of the directing process. Direct short scenes to gain an appreciation for the art of directing. Prerequisite: COM-120 or permission of Division.

A historical, critical, and theoretical study of Western and global theater and drama from its origins through the end of the eighteenth century. Representative plays from each period of theater history will be studied, noting the interrelationship between scenic and production techniques and dramatic form. Examines cultural and historical elements that have influenced the rise and fall of dramatic forms and practices. Prerequisite: COM-120 or permission of Division.

A historical, critical, and theoretical study of Western and global theater and drama from the beginning of the nineteenth century to the present. Representative plays from each period of theater history will be studied, noting the interrelationship between scenic and production techniques and dramatic form. Examines cultural and historical elements that have influenced the rise and fall of new dramatic forms and practices.

Focuses on period acting styles, including interpretation, rehearsal, and the creation of roles. Lectures and studios examining a specific topic, style, or range of acting styles will be the primary mode of learning. Create characters in the various historical acting styles.

Introduces students to the various forms of scriptwriting by exploring the art of storytelling as expressed in stage and film and by studying the accepted principles that shape this art form. Develops skills in scriptwriting, particularly in the areas of adaptation, one-acts, sketch comedy, and group writing, concentrating on writing for the theatre and church. Prerequisite: ENG-120 (or writing competency requirement met) and COM-251 or permission of Division.

Study and development of technical theatre design and application skills related to stage costuming and makeup and property design. Work with conceptions and practical applications of design, creation, and application techniques. Specific topics include Fundamentals of Stage Costuming and Makeup, Hair & Wigs, Facial Hair, Age Makeup, Animal Makeup, Three-dimensional Make-up, Special Effects, and Character Makeup.

A study of the theory and practice of theatre management in areas of commercial, non-profit, college, and community theatre. Theory and practice of administration for non-profit and commercial theatres. Involves the study of theatre unions, financial considerations, promotions, grantsmanship, audience development, and career opportunities in the field of theatre management.

Explores the nature and use of symbols and imaging in social communication, the media, and advertising. Examines how to select symbols that capture the nature, message, service, or product of an institution or corporation for public awareness and service.

A supervised and intensified hands-on work experience in a professional work environment. Student's interests and competencies must coordinate with the professional activities of the cooperating organization, and the student must have successfully completed work related to the internship. May be repeated up to a total of 6 credit hours. Graded on a CR/NC basis.

Senior Seminar I is the beginning of the Senior Capstone experience for all Communication and Digital Communication majors. Includes preliminary work on portfolio and senior project as well as analysis of professional and academic experiences across the program of study.

The senior capstone experience for Communication and Digital Communication majors. Students develop a philosophy of communication based on their study, a senior career and academic portfolio and a creative project in their area of specialty. Prerequisites: THR-479 and permission of Communication Coordinator.