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Course Descriptions
THEA 121-Stagecraft (3)
(formerly THR 121)
Explores all technical aspects of play production,
with emphasis on set construction, scene painting,
properties and stage lighting. Provides laboratory
experience in conjunction with campus theater
productions.
THEA 202-Advanced Acting (3)
Prerequisite: THEA 102
(formerly THR 206)
Explores an intermediate study of acting, through
both an historical perspective and in-depth exercises.
Students explore scene-work through modern
American texts.
THEA 203-Fundamentals of Directing (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: THEA 101
(formerly THR 203)
Explores the fundamentals of play directing through
exercises, directional play analysis, and projects in
directing short scenes.
THEA 204-Production Survey (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
(formerly THR 204)
Provides experience in a campus theater production
as a member of the production crew. May be taken
for credit three times.
THEA 205-Acting Survey (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
(formerly THR 205)
Provides experience in a campus theater production
as a member of the cast. May be taken for credit
three times.
THEA 207-Improvisation II (3)
Prerequisite: THEA 107
(formerly THR 207)
Explores advanced improvisation techniques for
public presentation. Emphasis will be placed on
advanced techniques used to build confidence,
creativity, critical thinking, and learn team building
skills. The class offers an in-depth exploration of
improvisation as a tool for professional auditions,
performance, and character building.
THEA 208-Theatre Ensemble II (3)
Prerequisite: THEA 108
(formerly THR 208)
Explores advanced methods and execution of
creating, rehearsing, and producing a piece of
theatre through creativity, critical thinking, and team
building skills. The course will use advanced multi-
disciplinary research skills on topics deemed socially
relevant by the class and through improvisation,
script writing, and other play creation techniques,
the class will present a vibrant theatre piece with a
strong community focus.
THEA 212-Theatre Internship (3)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
(formerly THR 212)
Offers an intensive study of theatrical performance,
including both acting and stagecraft assignments.
Students prepare a theatrical production through an
internship with a professional theatre company in
production, performance, business, or design.