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THTR 102 Theatre Activity
(1) Fall: All Years Spring: All Years Practical experience in a performance activity in Theatre. May be repeated. THTR 120 Theatre Appreciation [ 6 6I ] (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Critical analysis of great plays and live theatre performances focusing on the basics of dramatic theory, an appreciation of theatrical styles, and a deeper understanding of dramatic themes. MnTC Goal 6. THTR 130 Acting for Everyone [ 6 6M ] (3) Fall: All Years Spring: All Years Acting for Everyone is a participation course that introduces the student to the fundamental craft of the stage actor. Students will engage in theatre games, solo, duo, and group acting scenes, and will learn basic theatrical vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on creating truthful, vivid interaction on stage, through developing the skills of listening, responding, concentration and engaging the imagination. MnTC Goal 6. THTR 140 Dance for the Stage I (2) Fall: All Years A beginning course in dance technique for dance styles in musical theatre, including dance forms of jazz and ballet. THTR 141 Ballet I (2) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand This course will serve as an introduction to ballet dance technique. THTR 142 Tap I (2) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand This course will serve as an introduction to tap dance technique. THTR 190 Topics in Theatre (1-3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Summer: On Demand This is a lower division topics course and may be repeated when the topic changes. THTR 196 First Year Seminar (1) Fall: All Years The First Year Seminar course for Theatre Arts majors focuses on requirements in theatre, auditioning, the production season, and a showcase of talents. THTR 202 Practicum (1) Fall: All Years Spring: All Years Practical experience in a performance activity in Theatre. THTR 221 Drama I (3) Spring: All Years An examination of great plays, dramatic structure and styles, plays in performance, selected theatre history, and playwriting. For theatre majors and minors and by permission of the instructor. THTR 230 Acting I: Principles (3) Fall: All Years Basic terminology and techniques used by the actor in creating a role for the stage. THTR 231 Auditioning (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Students will prepare for all types of theatrical auditions. The class will cover topics such as: resume preparation, cold reading, headshots, piece selection and the business of theatre. THTR 232 Principles of Make-up for Stage and Film (2) Fall: All Years Spring: All Years Techniques and styles of make-up used in stage and film productions. Same as FILM 232. THTR 234 Theatrical Design Principles (3) Spring: All Years Theatrical Design Principles focuses on basic principles and elements of design within the theatre. Students will develop skills needed to communicate their ideas through design. THTR 235 Directing I: Principles (3) Spring: All Years The foundation course in stage direction, a core requirement for all majors. The theory and practice of directing: casting, blocking, composition, picturization, movement, rehearsal and performance. Prerequisite: OR THTR 230 THTR 236 Theatre Arts Management (2) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand The study of sound fiscal operation, production cost preparation, public relations and promotion, and laws affecting theatre operations. Offered on demand. THTR 240 Dance for the Stage II (2) Spring: All Years A continuation of skills amassed in "Dance for the Stage I." A special unit of tap is included. Prerequisite: THTR 140 THTR 255 Stagecraft (3) Fall: All Years The theory and practice of working with stage equipment; the methods and procedures of scenery construction, stage rigging, and scene shifting. THTR 290 Topics in Theatre (1-3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Summer: On Demand This is a lower division topical course and may be repeated when the topic changes. THTR 302 Practicum (1) Fall: All Years Spring: All Years Practical experience in a performance activity in Theatre. THTR 322 Drama II [ W ] (3) Fall: All Years Theatre and drama from Classical Greece through the European Renaissance. Topics include a selection of great plays, significant playwrights, theatre buildings, staging and technical innovations, and Aristotelian criticism. Same as ENGL 343 THTR 323 Drama III [ W ] (3) Spring: All Years Theatre and drama from the 17th century through the modern era. Topics include a selection of great plays, significant playwrights, theatre buildings, staging and technical innovations, and artistic and cultural movements. Same as ENGL 344 Prerequisite: THTR 322 THTR 324 Musical Theatre History (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Musical Theatre productions past and present are examined and critically evaluated. An analysis of the various forms of musicals with an emphasis on the libretto, lyrics, and production elements. THTR 331 Acting II: Scene Study (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand As a follow-up to Principles of Acting, students in Scene Study will rehearse and perform scenes from the dramatic canon of great plays. The scene work will be performed as an actors' lab with regular feedback from the instructor and fellow classmates. Prerequisite: THTR 230 THTR 333 Movement for the Actor (3) Fall: All Years A physical approach to acting will be explored through Alexander, Laban, stage combat, and other movement methodologies. THTR 334 Voice for the Actor (3) Spring: All Years Voice for the actor focuses on vocal techniques. The course explores voice production: breathing, projection, articulation, diction, IPA, and dialects. THTR 340 Principles of Choreography (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Adaptation of choreographic assignments, in-class critiques, and analyses permit students to evolve a personal, original style and process associated with the role of choreographer. THTR 350 Costume Studio (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Costume Studio explores theatrical costume design and construction. THTR 234 Theatrical Design Principles is recommended as a prerequisite. THTR 356 Lighting Studio (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Acquiring artistic and technical skills needed for designing lighting for the theatre; practical experience in design presentation. THTR 255 Stagecraft is recommended as a prerequisite. THTR 360 Dramatic Production I (1-4) Summer: All Years Play production techniques (acting and directing, technical theatre) through the process of staging weekly productions for summer theatre audiences. May be repeated by undergraduates. Offered summer only. THTR 390 Topics in Theatre (1-3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Summer: On Demand This is an upper division topical course and may be repeated when the topic changes. THTR 396 Junior Seminar (1) Spring: All Years The Junior Seminar course for Theatre Arts majors focuses on preparatory work for the professional world and graduate school. THTR 397 Independent Study (1-3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Summer: On Demand Independent reading or research allowing an individual student to explore a specific topic under faculty supervision. THTR 402 Practicum (1) Fall: All Years Spring: All Years Practical experience in a performance activity in Theatre. This course may be repeated for a max of 12 credits, only 3 credits may be applied to the major. Prerequisite: THTR 202 THTR 302 THTR 420 The Theatrical World [ 6 6M 8 ] (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand This course will explore the theatre from Europe and Asia, with special emphasis on the theatre of Classical Greece, India, China, Japan, and American Musical Theatre. Students will read plays, materials about theatre, see videos of theatre productions, and make group presentations. MnTC Goal 6 and 8. THTR 425 Contemporary Playwrights (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Significant playwrights and their works from the last 25 years. May be elected twice when the reading lists are substantially different. THTR 430 Acting Styles (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Principles and problems in the acting of major historical and theatrical styles (for example, Classical, Renaissance, and Modern). May be repeated for credit when the style focus is substantially different. THTR 434 Special Projects in Theatre Arts (1-3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Opportunity for the advanced student to do individual creative or investigative work in a particular phase of theatre. May be taken more than once if content is substantially different. Offered on demand. THTR 435 Directing II: Theory (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand For advanced directing students. The course is a seminar style examination of the theatre directing approaches of great directors and directing problems. Students will be expected to articulate their own informed approach to directing. Prerequisite: OR THTR 235 THTR 436 Directing III: Advanced (3) Fall: On Demand Advanced study of techniques of direction through the use of movement, picturization, tempo and script analysis. Prerequisite: OR THTR 435 THTR 440 Dance Production (1) Fall: All Years Spring: All Years The course explores theory and practice in the productions aspects of dance. Students in the class will be required to rehearse and perform dances choreographed by faculty or visiting guest artists, and perform in the annual spring dance concert. This course must be repeated for a total of 4 credits for the Minor in Theatre Dance. THTR 450 Scenic Studio (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Explore different types of stage settings: different styles, designing for different types of theatre spaces, and different approaches to the genres of dramatic literature. Offered on demand. THTR 460 Dramatic Production II (1-4) Summer: All Years Play production techniques (acting and directing, technical theatre) through the process of staging weekly productions for summer theatre audience. May be repeated by undergraduates. Offered summer only. Prerequisite: THTR 360 THTR 469 Internship (1-12) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Summer: On Demand A supervised practical experience in theatre. A maximum of 12 internship credits may be applied to the degree. THTR 490 Topics in Theatre (1-3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Summer: On Demand This is an upper division topical course and may be repeated when the topic changes. THTR 496 Senior Seminar (1) Spring: All Years Capstone course for Theatre Arts majors; proposal, completion, and presentation of projects; pre-professional skills; written exam integrating and applying knowledge from separate courses. Grade of "C-" or higher is required for graduation. THTR 497 Independent Study (1-3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Independent reading or research allowing an individual student to explore a specific topic under faculty supervision. THTR 525 Contemporary Playwrights (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Significant playwrights and their works from the last 25 years. May be elected twice when the reading lists are substantially different. Offered on demand. THTR 530 Advanced Acting (3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand THTR 534 Special Projects: Theatre (1-3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Opportunity for the advanced student to do individual creative or investigative work in a particular phase of theatre. Graduate level reading and writing component. May be taken more than once if content is substantially different. Offered on demand. THTR 560 Dramatic Production II (1-4) Summer: On Demand Play production techniques (acting and directing, technical theatre) through the process of staging weekly productions for summer theatre audience. May be repeated by undergraduate. Offered summer only. Prerequisite: THTR 360 THTR 590 Topics in Theatre (1-3) Fall: On Demand Spring: On Demand Summer: On Demand This is a graduate level topical course and may be repeated when the topic changes. |