THTR 107: Introduction to Theater
Through lectures, discussions, hands-on-experiences, master classes with visiting theater professionals, and performances outside of class, this course introduces students to significant texts, ideas, and crafts essential to the study of theater. Projects involve acting, directing, design, and theater criticism; writing assignments familiarize students with the analytic tools and accepted vocabulary of theater scholarship. Attendance at some evening performances required. H GM2
Ms. Stephanette Schwartz-Smith, TR 9:30-10:45a.m. Simon Ctr.125
THTR 120.01: Theater Performance Practicum
Available to designated cast and crew of a faculty-directed Theater Department production. May be repeated up to four times for credit. 0.25 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of Theater Department Head
THTR 120.02: Theater Performance Practicum
Available to designated cast and crew of a faculty-directed Theater Department production. May be repeated up to four times for credit. 0.25 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of Theater Department Head
THTR 121: Theater Production Practicum
Available to designated cast and crew of a faculty-directed Theater Department production. May be repeated up to four times for credit. 0.25 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of Theater Department Head
THTR 130 Acting I
This workshop style course will introduce students to various fundamental techniques of acting and improvisation, with special emphasis on sensory awareness, observation, concentration, body movement and vocal development. Students will develop their imaginations and creative processes through performance situations involving improvisation, scene study and monologue work. H
Prof. Mary Jo Lodge, TR 1:15-3:15p.m. 248 Studio Theater
THTR 221: Basic Stagecraft: Tech Theater
An introduction to the history, theory, and practice of entertainment technology including scenery construction, lighting, sound, and rigging systems for theater, music, and dance performances. Projects, labs, and production assignments ensure practical experience and hands-on exposure to a range of topics discussed in the classroom. H
Mr. Alex Owens, MW 10:00-11:50a.m. 248 Studio Theater
THTR 279: Topics in Theater: Acting for Digital Media
This course will provide students instruction and opportunities to begin mastering the stylistic and technical demands for acting within a television studio environment. Topics include: adjusting to simultaneous camera coverage, hitting marks, mastering terminology and etiquette, and working with ever-changing casts, crews and material-al in digital media. We will also discuss the history and social implications of television, the genres inherent to the digital medium, and production hierarchy in a studio setting. Requirements: weekly assignments, scenes, short script research, final project for camera.
Mr. Robert Goodman, F 10:00-11:50a.m., F 2:10-4:00p.m. 248 Studio Theater
THTR 280: Topics: Speaking Power
This course will focus on effective speaking strategies for life and for professions, including: analyzing effective speeches; writing and delivering persuasive rhetoric; building confidence and authority; mastering argument techniques; fostering “presence” for public performances; and channeling anxiety to build focus. H W V
Ms. Sarah Cohea, MW 7:00-8:15p.m., 248 Studio Theater
THTR 312: Plays in Performance – MELODRAMA
Damsels in distress. Pathos. Heroes and Villains. Action. Violence. Thrills. In the Victorian melodrama, everyday men and women, rather than the upper classes, became primary characters. Melodrama continues popular to this day, finding a home in early cinema (and even 21st century cinema), as well as soap operas and telenovelas. Sensational novels, penny dreadfuls, and local scandals often provided the rich plot materials, and technological advances in lighting, staging, and special effects gave theatregoers thrilling evenings in the theater. Many of these plays were the first to be written by women, the first to highlight issues of capitalism, social justice, class and race privilege, and gender politics, in some of our earliest examples of public cultural criticism. The course will culminate in a staged reading. GM1 H W
Prof. Suzanne Westfall, MWF 1:10-2:00p.m. 248 Studio Theater