This course focuses on performance requirements and techniques for the actor, including the process of preparation to performance, and the stylistic differences between genres. The course utilizes material from existing theatre literature in a variety of styles. Solo and ensemble participation is expected of students. Restricted to theatre majors. Restricted to students with freshmen or sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit.

This course is a survey of performance traditions and dramatic texts from antiquity through the 17th century. Students examine, in addition to the dramatic texts of the period, the impact of performance spaces, aesthetic theories, religious beliefs, and the contemporary politics of a given era on the development of drama. Prerequisite: ENGL 104 or 105 or 195. WCII

Courses on topics of interest to students in theatre offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by the instructor. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit. For specific section description, click to the Section Details in VitNet.

Advanced non-classroom experiences in the field of theatre. Placements are off-campus, and may be full- or part-time, and with or without pay. Credit for experiences must be sought prior to occurance, and learning contracts must be submitted to the theatre faculty before the end of the first week of the semester. See the experiential learning: internship section of this catalog for more details. Restricted to theatre majors and minors. Permission of department required. Graded CR/NC.

Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a theatre faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. May be repeated for credit.

This course is a continuation of THTR 281. It is a survey of theatre practice and dramatic texts focusing on the trends and playwrights that shaped the theatre from the turn of the 18th century to the present. Students examine, in addition to the dramatic texts of the period, the impact of performance spaces, aesthetic theories, religious beliefs, and the contemporary politicis of a given era on the development of drama. Prerequisite: 281. OC

Particular problems relating to theatre, music, dance, and presenting organizations will be addressed in this introductory course. Contractual agreements, balancing the necessities of performers and technical staff, scheduling, touring, and coping with performance situations in a presenting house will be addressed. Arts education and outreach and planning repertoire and program development, both artistically and financially, will be included. Prerequisite: AADM 200. (Equivalent to AADM 300.)

This course establishes a foundation for general stage lighting practices, with a focus on lighting equipment, control and design. Students will complete a variety of practical projects both live and in the classroom. The student will be challenged to solve basic lighting problems. AE

This basic skills course is designed to acquaint students with safe and efficient use of shop and stage equipment. The development of skills for general scenic production and an understanding of materials, techniques, and construction processes constitute the primary emphasis of the course.

An instruction and practical application of costuming skills are included in this course which focuses on an introduction to fashion history and the basic principles of costume design, familiarization with textiles and basic costume construction terminology, and training in hand and machine sewing.