Theater Arts

3 class hrs/wk, 3cr

Provides an overview of acting for students with no prior experience. Presents strategies for overcoming fear and other inhibitors to public presentation. Includes improvisation techniques, theater exercises, performance process, and basic scene work. Emphasizes confi dence building and clear vocal and physical communication when creating a basic character.

Offered as needed.

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers performance interpretation using a range of mediums for presenting plays. Focuses on the student identifi cation of dramatic conflict and interpretation using the current and historic symbolic language of the stage.

Offered as needed.

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Introduces the basic skills of acting. Defines the common terminology used in acting and demonstrates the similarities between different systems of acting. Offers an overview of the ancient history of western acting, including the roots of acting and a respect for its traditions.

F, W, Sp

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Reinforces the ideas and systems covered in TA121. Focuses on enforcing the habit of instant recall of key concepts and physical patterns. Includes extensive work on movement systems such as the Alexander system. Provides experience in actors being exposed to cold readings. Also guides student actors in more complex and demanding scenes and monologues.

Prerequisite: TA121.

F, W, Sp

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Emphasizes the human voice as a key part of training. Exposes actors to improv comedy, to audition techniques, and discusses where to go for further experience. Includes video taping of final projects to prepare actors for TV or film work. Covers strategies for becoming an extra in local films and recommends additional training.

Prerequisite: TA122.

F, W, Sp

3-9 lab hrs/wk, 1-3 cr.

Introduces the study of rehearsal and performance techniques to include blocking, memorization, character development, and public performance. Course may be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor, dependent upon audition and selection for a role (chorus, support, or lead) or responsible duties, e.g. stage manager, house manager.

Offered as needed.

3-9 lab hrs/wk, 1-3 cr.

Introduces the skills required in technical theater production. Covers scenery construction and painting, lighting, sound, properties, and stage management. Content and practical experiences change each term based on the public performance productions being produced. Course may be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. This course is the stage technician’s equivalent of TA130A, TA130B, and TA130C.

Offered as needed.

3-9 lab hrs/wk, 1-3 cr.

Presents a designed, independent project associated with an area in theater arts. Includes developing a contract with a theater arts instructor related to the course content. Course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Prerequisite: at least one course in TA130, TA140, TA121, or TA110, and consent of instructor.

Offered as needed.

3-9 lab hrs/wk, 1-3 cr.

Covers the study of rehearsal and performance techniques, including blocking, memorization, character development, and public performance. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits.

Offered as needed.

3-9 lab hrs/wk, 1-3 cr.

Continues TA140A, TA140B, and TA140C with an increase in skill level and responsibility, such as crew leader, assistant technical director, or design project. Course may be repeated for a maximum of nine credits.

Prerequisite: completion of TA140A, TA140B, TA140C for at least three terms.

Offered as needed.

1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Introduces the fundamental skills in stagecraft to mount small productions and events. Covers scenery construction, safe operation of theatrical rigging, and the care, handling, and operation of lighting and sound equipment. Incorporates the skills needed for crew and house management work. Course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Offered as needed.

3 lab hrs/wk, 1 cr.

Prepares the student to function as a member of the technical production and event crews for the auditorium. Course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Prerequisite: TA286 or consent of instructor.

Offered as needed.

3-9 lab hrs/wk, 1-3 cr.

Presents an advanced, designed, independent project associated with an area in theater arts. Includes developing a contract with a theater arts instructor related to the course content. Course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Prerequisite: minimum of one course in TA190 and consent of instructor.

Offered as needed.