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An advanced studio/performance-oriented course that continues the skills gained in THR 201 and 202. Emphasis is on scene work utilizing techniques for finding and playing intentions, connecting action with others, and developing strong and realistic characters and relationships.

A practicum course for theatre majors, which focuses on audition preparation and performance, and the business techniques required to market oneself for a career in the theatre.

Provides guided study and rehearsal in such areas as oral interpretation, readers' theater, public speaking and acting. Project-oriented course involves public performances and critiques.

This studio/performance-oriented course provides training and experience in stage performance for students with basic understanding of the craft of acting. Emphasizes monologue and/or scene preparation and performance. Open to all non-THR/PAR students.

Students study significant developments in the history of musical theatre as a distinct art form. Includes the artists who contributed to musical theatre and significant works from the repertory. May not be repeated for credit.

A studio/performance-oriented course designed to enhance previously acquired acting skills via intensive study, demonstration and observation of the physicalization of emotion and text, in-class exercises, and instruction. The study of advanced methods of acting techniques are examined through scene study, dramatic interpretation and analysis, as well as monologue preparation and performance.

Prepares the more advanced student for play selection, analysis and production. Students are required to make a director's study/analysis of a specific play. Required for the major in performing arts and theatre.