Courses in Theater

THR 111, 112 Applied Production I, II 1, 1 SH: This course gives students practical theater experience by working on department- sponsored productions.

THR 115 Theater Appreciation 3 SH: The fundamentals of understanding and enjoying theatrical performances through an examination of dramatic forms, theater development, and theatrical artistic elements.

THR 120 Acting I: Introduction to Acting 3 SH: An introduction to understanding the actor, developing an awareness of vocal, physical, and improvisational skills. The students learn a basic approach to scene and character study through exercises, scene work and theater games.

THR 150 Stagecraft I 3 SH: An introduction to the technical skills and techniques used to mount theatrical productions. Topics include scenery construction and painting, basic stage lighting, theater architecture and stage elements. Crew work on departmental productions is required.

THR 191 Research Topics 1-6 SH: An area of study of interest to the student and usually taught on a one on one basis between a faculty member and the student.

THR 195 Special Topics 1-6 SH: A study of selected topics.
Thr 221 Acting II: Modern Acting 3 SH: Prerequisite: Thr 120; Concentrated work on character analysis, character development through improvisation, scene work, and monologues. Concentrates on late 19th Century and early 20th Century writers such as Ibsen, Chekhov, Strindberg and Shaw.

THR 230 Stage Management 3 SH: To introduce stage management as a developing art in a highly technological profession. This course will give the students information from an educational as well as professional point of view; presenting a cross-sectional of opinions and approaches on performing the role of stage manager.

THR 240 Theatrical Make-Up I 2 SH: The application of make-up for stage, concentrating on how to apply youth corrective, middle age, and old age make-up. Crepe hair, latex, and other standard theatrical supplies will be used.

THR 245 Introduction to Costuming 3 SH: An approach to costume design offering instruction in drawing the figure, color rendering, script and character analysis, and the various skills of costume design. Research in period styles informs the exploration of the design elements of line, shape and color.

THR 260 Design I: Fundamentals 3 SH: Introduction to graphics, skills and designing process used by designers in theater.

THR 270 Contemporary Drama 3 SH: This course studies contemporary plays in relationship to theatrical productions. (writing intensive)

THR 311, 312 Applied Production III, IV 1, 1 SH: This course gives students practical theater experience by working on department- sponsored productions.

THR 320 Acting III: Classical Acting 3 SH: Prerequisites: THR 120, 221; Concentration work on character analysis, character development through improvisation, scene work and monologues. Concentrates on classical dramatic scripts of Greek, Elizabethan and 17th Century Neo-classical periods.

THR 325 Musical Comedy 3 SH: Prerequisites: THR 120, 221; Fundamentals of musical comedy performance, including singing, dancing, and acting.

THR 340 Theatrical Make-Up II 2 SH: Prerequisite: THR 240; This course concentrates on character analysis as it applies to make-up design, the use of color, three dimensional latex make-up, beard making, and stylized make-up.

THR 350 Stage Craft II 3 SH: Prerequisite: THR 150; This course will introduce the student to theatrical prop design and application, theatrical rigging, special effects and sound for live theater.

THR 365 Stage Lighting 3 SH: This course will offer skills in the artistic development of a design philosophy as well as hands on experience in lighting for the stage. Emphasis is placed on learning advance principles and techniques of lighting design in theory and application through class and practicum. The student will learn the use of lighting instruments, color media, computer controllers, drafting and production techniques in theater lighting.

THR 370, 371 Theater History I, II 3, 3 SH: A survey of historical influences on theater through the ages. All theatrical periods and forms will be discussed, including non-western theater, to understand production methods, dramatic forms, and social philosophies. Representative plays will be read, watched, and discussed. (writing intensive)

THR 375 Theater Criticism 3 SH: Studies in dramaturgy and its application to theatrical productions. (writing intensive)

THR 380 Theatrical Directing 3 SH: Prerequisites: THR 120, 221, 320; An introduction to the fundamentals of directing for the stage, including selection and interpretation of scripts, casting, working with actors, composition, blocking, rehearsals, and administrative responsibilities.

THR 420 Acting IV 3 SH: Prerequisites: THR 120, 221; Concentration work on character analysis, character development through improvisation, scene work and monologues. Concentrates on classical comedic scripts of Greek, Elizabethan, and 17th Century Neo-classical periods.

THR 460 Scene Painting 3 SH: Prerequisite: THR 150 or permission of instructor; To acquaint the student with common scene painting problems found in typical scenic studio. Throughout the course the student will develop a style and interpretation of theatrical production. The main emphasis of this course is to learn accurate cartooning, lay-in and detailed painting procedures.

THR 480 Directing the One Act 3 SH: Prerequisite: THR 380; The practical application of directing theories by working on student productions.

THR 490 Project 2 SH: Directed intensive final project for seniors majoring or minoring in theater. The project represents the culmination of their work in theater. Students must apply at the end of the junior year for their project.

THR 491 Research Topics 1-6 SH: An area of study of interest to the student and usually taught on a one on one basis between a faculty member and the student.

THR 495 Special Topics 1-6 SH: A study of selected topics.