Course Descriptions 2023-2024 School Year THEATRE/DRAMA THE2300  Survey of Dramatic Literature  3.0   P This course introduces students to the study of dramatic literature beginning with the Greeks and extending to contemporary drama. Students will study plays representing important periods in the development of drama and through these will be exposed to the ideas and standards of the people of these periods.... Full Description TPA1220  Introduction to Lighting  3.0   P Introduces the student to the basic vocabulary and skills in lighting production. Students will participate in lighting processes for concerts, dance and theatrical productions.... Full Description TPA1232  Theatre Costuming 1  3.0   P Introduces the student to the basic vocabulary, design concepts and skills of costume production. Students will participate in costume production for concert, dance and theater.... Full Description TPA1248  Makeup  3.0   P Introduces the student to the basic vocabulary, design concepts and skills of makeup production. Students will participate in makeup production for concert, dance, and theater.... Full Description TPA1290  Technical Theater Lab 1  1.0   P This course introduces students to the skills used in technical theater. Students will select from stagecraft; costuming; lighting; make-up areas; props; stage management; or sound within technical theater. Projects will be designed in keeping with the specific study area selected. Students will participate in development and implementation of concerts, civic events, entertainment events, and dance theater productions.... Full Description TPP1100  Acting Fundamentals  3.0   P Introduces the student to a guided investigation of the basic principles and techniques of acting. This course is designed for non-theater majors and focuses on the development of the student as an aware, educated member of the theater, film and television audience. No prior experience in acting or theater is required.... Full Description TPP1110  Acting 1  3.0   P This course continues the study of acting as an individual and group creative process and uses the common vocabulary of the stage. Emphasis is placed on foundation work in vocal production, physicality's and blocking, character development, ensemble and individual scene work, and script and character analysis. This course is designed for students with some previous experience in acting.... Full Description TPP2231  Theater Ensemble  1.0   P Provides students of the theatrical art the opportunity to study and perform a diverse body of dramatic literature in a variety of styles and formats.... Full Description TPP2260  Acting for the Camera  3.0   P This course introduces students to development of skills in performance, script, and character development for on-camera acting. Emphasis is placed on lecture/studio lab course work and project presentations which are designed to give the student actor a foundation in skills and techniques employed in acting and auditioning for the camera.... Full Description TPA2212  Sound 1  3.0   P This course introduces students to the technology and principles of sound engineering. Students will learn about the equipment, materials, techniques, and terminology for the basic execution of the various theater and event environments. Students will participate in development and implementation of concerts, civic events, entertainment events, dance, and theater productions. This class will lay the foundation upon which advanced courses are built upon.... Full Description THE1000  Introduction to Theater  3.0   P This course introduces the student to a survey of theatre history. The primary focus will be western theater history but will also include a non-western component. This course also introduces the student to the art of bringing drama (written plays and other traditions) to life through directing, acting, scene design, costumes, lighting, and makeup.... Full Description TPA2291  Technical Theater Lab 2  1.0   P Introduces students to the skills used in technical theater. Students will select from stagecraft; costuming; lighting; make-up areas; props; stage management; or sound within technical theater. Projects will be designed in keeping with the specific study area selected. Students will participate in development and implementation of concerts, civic events, entertainment events, and dance theater productions.... Full Description THE2925  Theater Topics     P This course introduces students to specific (variable) topics designed to enhance specific professional skills in the theater. Topics are selected on the basis of what is new or currently relevant in the field or specific to the current production.... Full Description TPP2220  Audition for Stage  3.0   P This course introduces advanced acting students to the development of skills in performance technique for stage auditions. As a result of participating in this course, the student will be able to demonstrate a basic working knowledge of the principles and techniques of acting for audition purposes and be able to express a basic understanding of the vocabulary of the creative process and of the art form.... Full Description TPA1200  Introduction to Stagecraft  3.0   P Introduces students to the skills and crafts of stage design. Students will be expected to learn about the materials, techniques, tools, and supplies for the basic execution of the environment. Students will participate in development and implementation of concert, dance and theater productions.... Full Description TPP1500  Movement for Actors  3.0   P This course is designed to acquaint the acting student with the many elements of using physical movement to develop a character. Physical movement will be explored in form, emotional embodiment, characterization, and performance in a laboratory environment. This course is designed for any student interested in learning acting with physical character development as well as for anyone wanting to be more comfortable with their physicality when addressing an audience.... Full Description TPA1380  Survey of Entertainment Technology  3.0   P This course explores the range of employment options in the entertainment industry including theatre, media, film productions, music, sound and entertainment design on technology.... Full Description TPA2218  Welding for the Theatre  3.0   P Introduces the student to the basic equipment, materials and techniques required for the cutting and welding of metals used in scenery construction. This course will familiarize students with the carious welding processes used in theatrical welding and give the basic knowledge and skills to perform satisfactory welds using each. Safety and proper use of equipment will be emphasized in the instruction of each technique.... Full Description TPP2111  Acting 2  3.0   P Acting 2 is designed to allow the students to continue their growth in the fundamentals of acting and script analysis. Techniques such as body language analysis, Meisner repetition exercises, illusion of the first-time practices and spatial awareness are utilized in a way that helps the actor build a repertoire of effective skills that can be used as the foundations for all contemporary acting roles. Specific attention is paid to character roles and roles typically outside of one’s current range.... Full Description TPA1210  Stagecraft 1  3.0   O This course is an introduction to the tools, terminology, activities materials and principles of stagecraft. Students will be expected to learn about the materials, techniques, tools, and supplies for the basic execution of the environment. Students will participate in development and implementation of concert, dance and theater productions and be expected to provide team leadership to others. This class will lay the foundation upon which advanced courses are built upon.... Full Description TPA1211  Stagecraft 2  3.0   O The continued study, for Technical Theatre majors, to learn/perfect the skills and crafts of stage and event production. Students will be expected to continue their study of the materials, techniques, tools, and supplies for the execution of the environment. Students will participate in development and implementation of public and private events and productions in the disciplines of music, dance and theater.... Full Description TPA1942  Internship  3.0   O Students will work on-site in a technical theater setting, consistent with their academic/career goals to learn the skills, behaviors, and attitudes necessary for success. Projects will involve planned work-based experience that provides students with supervised career exploration and /or practical experiences to assist in confirming their education plans.... Full Description TPA2070  Introduction to Scenic Painting  3.0   O This course introduces students to the techniques, tools, and materials employed in theatrical scene painting. Students will participate in development and implementation of concert, dance, musical theatre and theater productions.... Full Description TPA2222  Advanced Stage Lighting  3.0   O This course introduces the student to the advanced vocabulary and skills in lighting production. Students will participate in lighting process for concerts, events, dance and theatrical productions.... Full Description TPA2272  Introduction to Rigging  3.0   O Students will be introduced to the concepts, purposes and types of rigging. Students will learn the basics of rigging safety and precautions, types of materials, basic rigging systems, and inspection techniques. Proper use and functions of rigging hardware, safety and maintenance will be stressed.... Full Description TPA2273  Entertainment Technology Crafts  3.0   O Students will develop, refine and explore skills in fabrication and building theatrical/event props, scenery and effects. This course will provide students with an opportunity to build upon the skills, learned in previous classes, through advanced processes and projects which could include props, carpentry, welding, metal fabricating, fiberglass, sound engineering and electronics. Students will participate in the implementation of music concert, dance, musical theater and theater productions.... Full Description TPA2292  Technical Theater Lab 3  1.0   O Provides students with the opportunity to refine their knowledge and skill level within technical theater coursework. Students will complete projects showing successful work within the following technical theatre disciplines: Stagecraft; costuming; lighting; make-up; props; stage management; or sound within technical theater. Students will participate in development and implementation of concerts, civic events, entertainment events, and dance theater productions.... Full Description TPA2293  Technical Theater Lab 4  1.0   O Provides students with the opportunity to perfect their knowledge and skill level within technical theater coursework. Students will complete projects showing successful work within the following technical theatre disciplines: Stagecraft; costuming; lighting; make-up; props; stage management; or sound within technical theater. Students will participate in development and implementation of concerts, civic events, entertainment events, and dance theater productions.... Full Description TPA1324  Technical Theatre Practices 2  2.0   O This course is technical practices two for Technical Theatre majors, to learn/perfect the advanced skills of box office operation and event production. Students will be expected to continue their study of the materials and techniques for the execution of the environment. Students will participate in development and implementation of public and private events and productions in the disciplines of music, dance and theater.... Full Description TPA1600  Introduction to Stage Management  3.0   P The course introduces students to the skills of stage management. Students will examine the role and responsibilities of a Stage Manager. Students will learn skills and techniques for the successful execution of various types of productions. Students will participate in development and implementation of music, dance, and other theater productions.... Full Description TPA2343  CAD for Theatre  3.0   P This is a project-oriented course covering fundamental through intermediate material in computer-aided drafting and design and its application for theatre.... Full Description