This course serves as an introduction into the world of theatrical design that is accessible at all levels of theatre: from students with a passing interest, through students seeking a career in any part of the theatrical process. Topics include design team collaboration and communication, the overall design process with additional focus on the areas of scenery, costumes, and lighting; strategies for design concept development; and introductions to art media and drawing techniques. Over the semester long course, students will have the opportunity to read and analyze a classic Greek play and work through the design process to create their own rough scenic, costume, and lighting designs.
Occasionally
Previously: THEA 235
A course examining the role of the director in the creation of theatrical productions. Includes lab work, discussion and written work explaining the theories and techniques of directing.
THEA 1311
Every other Fall, odd years
Previously: THEA 225
A historical study of theatrical history from its origins through the Renaissance. The course will examine how theatre reflects the society of the time through its dramatic literature, performance styles, technological developments and practitioners.
Every other Fall, even years
Previously: THEA 215
A historical study of theatrical history from the Restoration to the present day. The course will examine how theatre reflects the society of the time through its dramatic literature, performance styles, technological developments and practitioners.
Every other Spring, odd years
Previously: THEA 216
This course focuses on the process and techniques of improvisational acting, sketch writing, and performance. Over the course of the semester, students will explore long and short form improvisation, learn the rules of collaborative scene building, and engage in sketch comedy writing. In addition to critically examining examples of improv and sketch comedy, students will develop a class improv team and craft a public performance at the end of the semester.
Every other Spring, odd years
Previously: THEA 208
Students explore how theatre can move beyond the stage to successfully interact with community. Students articulate their own values and learn how these can be applied theatrically within various contexts. Students gain background, techniques and applications of various performance forms.
Every other Spring, even years
Previously: THEA 234
TBD
Every other Spring, even years
Previously: THEA 277
This course serves as a performing arts-based introduction to the history and culture of Central and Eastern Europe, with particular attention given to developments made in the lands that once formed the sprawling multi-ethnic empire of Austria-Hungary.
Occasional Interims, abroad
Previously: GENL 256
Special Topics in Theatre.
Permission of Instructor
Previously: THEA 297
Individual work under the direction of departmental faculty. This option is designed for Theatre majors who seek an opportunity for in-depth study beyond the scope of departmental course offerings. This option is considered in addition to departmental offerings and does not take the place of required course work.
Permission of the Instructor and Department Chair
Every Fall and Spring
Previously: THEA 299