THR - Theatre

Introduces creative dramatics as a means for development of the basic skills required in actor training. Students will become familiar with sound and movement, transformation, exploration of sensory awareness, and creativity as it pertains to character development.

An introduction to the workings of global, multicultural theatrical production. An examination of the functions of all theatrical production collaborators. A survey of a selection of performance production styles and genres. Students will read significant production texts, view representative media, and create low-tech, small-scale production projects in writing, design, directing, or performance that activate the concepts and principles of production processes.

This course deals with significant modern plays in which the conflict centers on ethical questions across a broad range of University subjects: business, science, politics and relations with and responsibilities to others. Classroom sessions and papers will address the plays first as works of literature, but will go on to discuss and debate the ethical issues involved.

For THR/PAR majors only. Teaches the fundamentals of stage movement and the use of voice in performance. Increases awareness of the physical self, helping students master the physicalization of emotion and physical character building.

A studio/performance-oriented course that introduces  the craft to acting. Teaches basic technique and develops skills of relaxation, observation and concentration using exercises, improvisation, monologues and scene work. Required for majors/minors.

This studio/performance-oriented course provides training and experience in stage performance for students with initial expertise in the craft of acting. Emphasis on monologue or scene preparation and performance. Required for majors.

A studio/performance-oriented course introducing the beginning student to the craft of acting. Teaches basic stage technique and develops skills of relaxation, observation and concentration using exercises, improvisation, monologues and scene work. Open to all non-THR/PAR students.

For education majors only. Students will explore how the fine and performing arts can be a cornerstone for meaningful teaching and learning, and will discover the various ways in which learning environments are conducive to optimal brain functions. Learners will also expand their personal connection to, and involvement with, the fine and performing arts.

Requires audition and/or interview. May be used to fulfill the performance credit requirement for the major in performing arts. May be repeated for credit.

Requires audition and/or interview. May be used to fulfill the performance credit requirement for the major in performing arts. May be repeated for credit.

Requires audition and/or interview. May be used to fulfill the performance credit requirement for the major in performing arts. May be repeated for credit.

Requires audition and/or interview. May be used to fulfill the performance credit requirement for the major in theatre. May be repeated for credit.

Students will audition for, rehearse, and perform a one-to-two hour theatrical production where the text is comprised of some work or works of literature - verse or prose. May be used to fulfill performance credit requirement for the major in theatre. Requires audition and/or interview. May be repeated for credit.

Provides practical onstage and backstage experience. May be repeated for credit. Required for the major in performing arts and theatre.

Provides experience and the skills/techniques of stage management for the theatre. Students will also learn about the basic principles of design for production. Required for the major in theatre.

Introduces students to the art of theatre as it evolved from ancient Greece to Elizabethan England. Surveys the aesthetics of theatre, plays written for the stage, and the roles of collaborating artists in creating theatre. Involves some stage work in acting and directing. Requires attendance at University theatre productions.

Introduces the student to the art of theatre as it evolved from the 17th century. Includes study in the traditional non-Western dramatic forms of the orient. Surveys the aesthetics of theatre, plays written for the stage, and the roles of collaborating artists in creating theatre. Involves some stage work in acting and directing. Requires attendance at University theatre productions.

This studio/performance course is designed to expand your experience in and your knowledge of the various approaches, techniques and skills associated with structured but informal drama experiences called Creative Drama. Through readings, in-class activities, discussion, lesson planning, in-class teaching, performances and written reflection, you will have the opportunity to develop a practical understanding of how creative drama group work is used with all levels and ages of participants in a wide variety of contexts.

Studies include survey of modern drama (Ibsen to the present), contemporary British drama, contemporary American drama, or modern Continental drama. May be repeated if content varies. Open to all students.

Investigates and applies strategies for developing both hemispheres of the brain. Develops a creative, centered lifestyle that includes daily disciplined activity to enhance overall mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health. Classroom activities include discussion, review of assignments, exploration of models for lifelong vitality, and creative activities related to art, theatre, dance, music, storytelling and writing. Activities include attendance at theatrical and arts-related events.

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=with a focus 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 continued training 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.

At least one survey course (ENG 201, 202, 206, 207, 208, or 209) or permission of instructor. Studies include Elizabethan, Restoration or contemporary drama. May be repeated if content varies.

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.

Offers instruction and experiences in specialized theatrical-related courses such as Theatre Styles, Stage Makeup, Stage Costuming, Non-Western Theatre, Beginnings of Realism and Performance Arts.

A studio/performance-oriented course which provides training, analysis and experience with performance of the works of Shakespeare and his contemporaries. Emphases are on acting techniques, monologue presentation, and scene study performance.

An advanced studio performance-oriented course with a focus on exercises and performance techniques reflecting historical periods and styles of performance. Emphases include research of the period, manners and conventions, language and physicality.

Intended to provide students an opportunity to study the diversity of literature written for the stage, as well as the historical, socio-political and cultural aspects that contributed to the creation of these works.

Studies the basic tasks of the director: play selection, analysis, casting, rehearsing and mounting the production. Each student is responsible for directing the performance of a one-act play or equivalent dramatic scene.

This course allows graduating Theatre majors to showcase their skills in the creation of a solo presentation of monologues and scenes, which  demonstrates their development as a performer and theatre artist. All majors will be required to enroll in this course for the completion of their program of study.