Courses

201.  Introduction to the Theatre
Script analysis, dramatic structure, production styles, introductory overview of acting, directing, and the technical elements of production: lighting, set design and construction, costuming, make-up, theatre management.  Participation in some phase of major play production (onstage or offstage) required.

202.  Stagecraft
An introduction to the techniques of theatrical production: scenic construction, stage properties, stage lighting, and stage sound.  Course-work will include the understanding of appropriate paper work, organization, use of equipment, construction techniques and safety.  Students participate in a wide variety of assignments and demonstrations in addition to the lectures and reading assignments.

230.  Introduction to Film
An introduction to the theory, technique, history, and criticism of film, with screenings of major works and emphasis on the relationship of film to society and to other arts.  Weekly screenings of feature films are held outside of class.

301.  Acting
An advanced course with emphasis on acting technique (vocal, body movement, improvisation).  All students enrolled will participate actively in laboratory productions.  Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

303.  Directing
A workshop introducing students to the many facets of directing for the stage.  Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

325.  Modern Drama
A course of study which focuses on the work of Isben, Chekhof, and Strindberg and the rise of realism through such modernists as Pirandello, Brecht, and the mid-century plays of Miller and Williams.  Also listed as English 325.  Prerequisite: 200- level English course.

328.  Contemporary Drama
A study of major contemporary (post World War II) drama, including Beckett, the British group, and the rise of regional theatres, the Modernists, and the Post-Modernists.  Also listed as English 328.  Prerequisite: 200- level English course.

360.  History of the Theatre
Studies in Greek and Roman theatre.  Prerequisite: 200- level English course and Theatre 201.

361.  History of the Theatre
A course of study in theatre which includes close reading and analysis of modern dramas from Isben to the present.  Also listed as English 328.  Prerequisite: A 200-level English course and Theatre 201.

376.  Playwriting Workshop
A course in creative writing focusing on plays.  Also listed as English 376.  Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

380.  Scene Design and Lighting
Designed for the student considering a career in scenic design for the performing arts or film, or for the potential director who wishes to further understanding of process-oriented play production.  Prerequisites: Theatre 201, 202, and permission of instructor.

400.  Theatre Practicum
A special course of individual study and instruction wherein an advanced student of theatre may pursue a special interest such as set design, lighting, theatrical management, acting, or playwriting, under the direction of the instructor.  Active participation in the laboratory and major productions required.  A maximum of 6 semester hours may be earned in Theatre 400.  Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

470.  Independent Project
A student initiated project, approved and supervised by a faculty member, integrating learning in the major.

480.  Special Topics in Theatre and Related Areas
A seminar for advanced students.  Subject matter varies from year to year.  Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

490.  Advanced Studies in Film
A topics course involving close study of specific directors genres, or national cinemas.  Topics will change from semester to semester.  Screenings of feature films may be held outside of class.  Students may take Theatre 490 for credit only once.  Prerequisite: Theatre 230 or permission of instructor.