http://www.umsl.edu/~theater/
Faculty
James Fay, Associate Professor; Chairperson
M.F.A.,
Tulane University
Thomas McPhail, Professor
(Media Studies)
Ph.D., Purdue University
Michael
Murray, Curators’ Distinguished
Teaching Professor (Media Studies)
Ph.D., University
of Missouri-Columbia
Rita Csapo-Sweet,
Associate Professor (Media Studies)
Ed.D., Harvard
University
Eric Love, Assistant
Professor (Theatre and Dance)
M.A., Southwest Texas
State University
Alicia Okouchi-Guy,
Assistant Professor (Theatre and Dance
M.F.A.,
University of California-Irvine
Timothy
Poertner, Assistant Professor, Production
Manager, Theatre and Dance
M.F.A., University of
Texas-Austin
The Theatre, Dance, and Media Studies
department program is a newly-reactivated program at the University of
Missouri-St. Louis. The curriculum is a component of the Department of
Communication. Work is currently underway on a new theatre curriculum
The University of Missouri-St. Louis has presented student theatrical
productions in each of the past five years. Two productions are planned
for 2003-2004. The University Players, a recognized student organization,
is open to any University of Missouri-St. Louis student.
For further information concerning the theatre productions, curriculum,
or other matters, contact the College of Fine Arts and Communication.
Undergraduate Studies
General Education Requirements
Majors must satisfy the University and College general
education requirements. The College’s foreign language requirement
may be taken in any language. Communication courses may not be taken
on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
Required Courses for All Majors
Communication:
Communication 1040, Introduction to Public
Speaking
Communication 1135, Communication
Theory
Communication 2980, (at least
a three hour practicum course)
Theatre:
In addition to the required courses for all majors, students must take
the following:
a] Theatre 1210, Fundaments of Acting
Theatre
1230, Production Aesthetics
Theatre
1800, Introduction to the Theatre
b] Nine additional hours in Theatre
c] One of the following Mass Communication courses:
1050, Introduction to Mass Media
1070, Introduction
to Cinema
1110, Introduction
to Radio and Television Broadcasting
d] Plus 6-15 hours
from any area or areas of the communication/theatre department.
Theatre, Dance & Media Studies
Prerequisites may be waived by consent of the department.
Course Descriptions
1005 Dance Conditioning (2)
This course provides basic methods to increase personal strength, flexibility,
and endurance. Course of study will include stretching, strengthening
and relaxation techniques and elements of Therabands, Pilates and Yoga.
Prior dance experience is not required. Course may be repeated for credit
up to 10 hours.
1006 Beginning Ballet Techniques (2)
An introduction to the art of ballet emphasizing basic movement, technique
and terminology. Course study will include basic barre exercises, center
work, and across the floor progressions for proper alignment, strength,
flexibility, and coordination. Prior dance experience is not required.
Dance attire and ballet slippers will be required. Course may be repeated
for up to 10 credit hours.
1007 Beginning Jazz Dance Technique (2)
An introduction to the art of jazz dance emphasizing basic principles
of traditional and contemporary forms of jazz dance movement, technique,
terminology, and style. Course will focus on increasing strength, flexibility,
coordination, and creative expression. Prior dance experience is not
required. Dance attire and jazz shoes will be required. Course may be
repeated for up to 10 credit hours.
1008 Beginning Modern Dance Technique (2)
An introduction to the art of modern dance movement, technique, and
terminology. Course of study will introduce the elements of time, space,
and energy through basic structured exercises and improvisation. Emphasis
will be focused on alignment, strength, flexibility, coordination, and
creative expression. Prior dance experience is not required. Dance attire
is required. Shoes are not required. Course may be repeated for up to
10 credit hours.
1023 Fundamentals of Dance (3)
This course provides an introductory exploration of movement through
various styles of dance, emphasizing movement vocabulary, stretching,
strengthening, body alignment, and creative expression. Prior dance experience
is not required. Dance attire and shoes will be required.
1060 Theatre Workshop (1-2)
Course provides practical application of technical theatre practices
through 45 hours of lab work within the areas of scenery, lighting, properties,
and sound in conjunction with departmental productions. Personal safety
equipment and basic tools will be required. Course may be repeated for
up to 8 credit hours.
1100 Introduction to Dance (3) (C), (H)
A non-movement class that introduces the general student to the art,
appreciation, and aesthetics of dance. Course will include a survey of
prominent dancers, choreographers, performance artists, and companies;
and analysis of video and live performances.
1105 Dance Repertory (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Students will learn and rehearse
original choreography created by faculty and guest artists. At the end
of the semester, students will perform original works at a dance concert.
Dance attire and appropriate dance shoes are required. Course may be
repeated for credit up to 6 hours.
1106 Dance Ensemble I (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor or Audition
Students
will create and produce dance lectures and demonstrations. The Dance Ensemble
will also travel and perform. Dance attire and appropriate dance shoes
are required. Course may be repeated for up to 6 credit hours.
1210 Fundamentals of Acting (3) (H)
Course develops personal communication and presentational skills through
vocal, physical, and emotional exercises designed for the beginning actor.
Course emphasizes relaxation, concentration, improvisation, script analysis,
characterization, and scene work exercises to develop elementary performance
skills.
1230
Production Aesthetics (3)
An analysis of the visual components of dramatic presentation, including
an introduction to theatrical styles and forms, technical design elements,
and presentational techniques. A broad survey of theatre production.
1600 Voice and Diction/Vocal Performance (3)
Course promotes development of clear distinct enunciation and correct
pronunciation for mass media communication, public address, theatre,
and oral interpretation. Course includes development of oral presentational
and self promotional skills for voice acting/voice-over in contemporary
theatre and media.
1800
Introduction to Theatre (3) (H)
A study of Theatre as an art form, emphasizing the audience’s
appreciation of the art of the playwright, actor, director, designers,
and technicians. Major periods, genres, dramatic forms from classical
to modern to the avant garde as well as performance art will be will
be covered. Students will attend performances and learn about how theatre
functions as an art and an industry in today’s world. Attendance
at several live theatrical (theatre, play, musical, opera and dance)
performances will be required.
1850 Introduction to Non-Western Theatre (3) (C), (H), (CD)
Survey of theatre forms of the non-European world in which primary attention
is concentrated on analysis of traditional dance drama and puppet theatres
of East Asia, South Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Similar forms of
European theatre will be included for comparative purposes. Focus on
the development of world theatre from a visual point of view, from earliest
storytelling rituals through international stage development to contemporary
theatrical forms, with a view to understanding the global perspective.
Course will survey visual media and writings on dance and theatre traditions
found around the non-Western World.
1900
Introduction to Theatre Technology (3)
Introductory course covering the basic theories and techniques of Theatre
Technology including stage equipment and safety, scenery, lighting, costuming,
properties, sound and box office. Course includes practical application
through a minimum of 25 hours of lab work in conjunction with a departmental
production.
1910
Introduction to Theatrical Design (3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1900 or Consent of
instructor. Introductory course covering the elements and principles
of design in the areas of scenery, lighting, and costumes. Course will
include various creative projects in two and three dimensions. Some
graphic materials will be required.
2006 Intermediate Ballet Technique (2)
Prerequisites:
2.0 Credit Hours of Theatre & Dance
1006 or Consent of instructor. Ballet movement, technique, vocabulary,
and aesthetics with particular focus on precision and performance.
Course of study will be a continuation of Beginning Ballet Technique
barre exercises, center work, and across the floor progressions. Dance
attire and Ballet slippers will be required. Course may be repeated
for up to 10 credit hours.
2007 Intermediate Jazz Dance Technique (2)
Prerequisites: 2.0 Credit Hours of Theatre & Dance
1007 or Consent of instructor. Jazz dance movement, technique, vocabulary,
and aesthetics with particular focus on personal movement style and
expression. Course will also study unique dance styles and artists
that have influenced the stage video, film, and commercial media industry.
Dance attire and jazz shoes will be required. Course may be repeated
for up to 10 credit hours.
2008 Intermediate Modern Dance Technique (2)
Prerequisites: 2.0 credit hours of Theatre & Dance
1008 or Consent of instructor. Modern dance movement, technique, vocabulary,
and aesthetics. Course of study will be continuation of Beginning Modern
Dance Technique through incorporation of more complex movement and
patterns. Emphasis on accuracy and performance will be explored. Dance
attire is required. Dance shoes are not required. Course may be repeated
for up to 10 credit hours.
2105 Script Analysis (3) (C), (H)
This course introduces students to elementary script analysis. Students
learn basic structural and interpretative strategies for analyzing play
scripts and other forms of performance texts.
2195 Practicum in Performance Studies (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor
Provides
practical experience in acting, directing, or dramaturgy through rehearsal
and performance in conjunction with department productions, or other approved
independent study projects. Laboratory time will be scheduled and may include
evening and weekend rehearsals and performances. Course may be repeated
for up to 8 credit hours.
2196 Practicum in Scenery/Lighting/Sound in Theatre Production
(1-3)
Course provides practical experience in scenery, lighting, sound, and
properties implementation and/or running crew work in conjunction with
departmental productions, or other approved independent study projects.
Running crew work will involve evening and weekend assigned times. Additional
daytime hours will vary according to assignment. Credit hours are determined
based on the scope of the project. Course may be repeated for up to 6
credit hours.
2197 Practicum in Costume (1-3)
Practicum in costume construction, cutting, draping, millinery, fabric
dyeing/painting, distressing, crafts including wardrobe and makeup running
crews, in conjunction with the theatre and dance department productions,
or other approved independent study projects. In addition to daytime
lab hours, occasional weekend and/or evening laboratory time will be
required. Appropriate clothing and personal safety equipment will be
required. Personal sewing equipment will be required. Course may be repeated
for up to 8 credit hours.
2198 Practicum in Dance (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of Instructor.
Course
provides practical experience in dance, stage movement, stage combat, choreography
and/or running crew work in conjunction with departmental productions,
or other approved independent study projects. Running crew work will involve
evening and weekend assigned times. Additional daytime hours will vary
according to assignment. Credit hours are determined based on the scope
of the project. Course may be repeated for up to 6 credit hours.
2211 Acting Styles (3) (C), (H)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1210 or Consent of
instructor. This course explores diverse acting styles; including historical
and cultural distinctions in manners, movement, and vocal practice.
Course includes additional emphases on non-realistic acting, non-Western
theatrical performance, plus style distinctions between stage acting,
vocal acting, television acting, and acting for cinema.
2230 Aesthetics of Theatrical Styles (3) (C), (H)
Course investigates and analyzes theatre as an art form focused on manipulation
of spatial aesthetics. Course includes emphasis on the development of
dramatic and artistic styles and their effect on the visual presentation
of ideas in theatre.
2240 Movement for Actors, Dancers & Performers
(2)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1023
A
study of movement techniques and theories for actors, dancers, performance
artists and musical theatre performers. Training in movement techniques
for the stage, theatrical combat, non-verbal theatre including mime,
impersonation and dramatic dance forms. This course will look at the
body as an expressive tool of the performer and as a narrative to the
playwright/director.
2250
Stagecraft (3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1900 or Consent of
Instructor. A survey of the theories, terminology, and practices of
methods and equipment of scenic and properties construction, painting,
and rigging. Course includes practical application through 45 hours
of lab work in conjunction with departmental productions. Personal
safety equipment will be required.
2260 Introduction to Theatrical Costume Design & Production
(3)
Covers the theory and practice of costume design and construction.
A survey of contemporary and historical concepts and practices in costuming
for the theatre. The process of costume design: script analysis, research,
and visualization of ideas.
2280 Lighting & Sound Technology (3)
Prerequisite: Theatre & Dance 1900 or Consent of
instructor. A survey of the theories, terminology, and practices of
methods, equipment, and control systems of lighting and sound technology
for the stage. Course includes practical application through 45 hours
of lab work in conjunction with departmental productions. Basic personal
tools will be required.
2290 Drafting for the Theatre (3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1900 or Consent of
instructor. Survey course covering the fundamental techniques of two
dimensional drafting. Drafting equipment will be required.
2300 Stage Management (3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Course develops fundamental stage
management skills needed to supervise all operative aspects of play production
from auditions through performance. These skills include: interpersonal
and leadership skills, conflict resolution techniques, venue and staff
management/scheduling, and technical script analysis. Course includes
production experience.
2810 History of World Theatre and Drama Through the Restoration (3)
(C) (H)
Prerequisite: Theatre & Dance 1800 or Consent of
instructor. Survey of the history of influence of different cultures,
traditions, and technologies on development of theatre as a social
institution. History of Theatre and drama from ancient cultures to
the Restoration period. Ritual and religious drama. Study of the origins
of theatre and drama from oral tradition, myth, storytelling, Shamanism
and collective ritual, Greek festival drama, and cloister drama of
different cultures. Rise of secular drama, the traditions of classical
Greek theatre. Study of the Renaissance, and drama in Europe, Asia,
Africa and the New World.
2820 History of World Theatre and Drama from 18 th Century to Contemporary
Times (3) (H) (C)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1800 or Consent of
instructor. History of theatre from the 18 th century to contemporary
times. Survey of history of influence of different cultures, traditions,
and technologies on the development of theatre as a social institution.
Study of realism and subsequent departures from realism in theatre,
drama and performance.
2840 History of Dance to the 19 th Century (3) (C) (H)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1800 or Consent of
instructor. Survey of western dance from pre-history through the middle
ages and renaissance to 19 th century. Study of dance in historical
and cultural context, its function in society and its relationship
to contemporary artistic expression.
2841 History of Dance from the 19 th Century to Contemporary Times (3)
(H) (C)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1800 or Consent of
instructor. Survey of western dance practice from 1850 to the present.
History of modern dance: art dance from Isadora Duncan to Martha Graham.
3006 Advanced Ballet Technique (2)
Prerequisites: 4.0 credit hours of Theatre & Dance
1006 and/or 2006 or Consent of instructor. Advanced ballet movement,
technique, vocabulary, and aesthetics with particular focus on precision
and performance. Course of study will include advanced barre exercises,
center work, and across the floor progressions. Variations, partnering,
and pointe work may be incorporated at the discretion of the instructor.
Dance attire and ballet slippers will be required. Course may be repeated
for up to 6 credit hours.
3007 Advanced Jazz Dance Technique (2)
Prerequisites: 4.0 credit hours of Theatre & Dance
1007 and/or 2007 or Consent of instructor. Advanced jazz dance movement,
technique, vocabulary, and aesthetics with particular focus on personal
movement style and performance. Study of unique dance styles and artists
that have influenced the stage, video, film, and commercial and media
industry. Dance attire and jazz shoes will be required. Course may
be repeated for up to 6 credit hours.
3008 Advanced Modern Dance Technique (2)
Prerequisites: 4.0 credit hours of Theatre & Dance
1008 and/or 2008 or Consent of instructor. Advanced level of modern
dance movement, technique, vocabulary, and aesthetics. Incorporation
of more complex movement and patterns. Emphasis on accuracy and performance
will be explored. Dance attire is required. Dance shoes are not required.
Course may be repeated for up to 6 credit hours.
3009 Dance Choreography for the Stage, Television, and Film
(3)
Prerequisites: 4 Credit hours of any level and combination
of Theatre & Dance
1006, 1007, 1008, 2006, 2007, 2008, 3006, 3007 & 3008. Course will
focus on directed movement studies and composition techniques for the
stage, television, and film. Personal creativity and original movement
inventions will be explored, as well as the creation, development, and
transformation of original movement studies into completed works. Dance
attire and dance shoes are required. Course may be repeated for up to
6 credit hours.
3060 Advanced Theatre Workshop (1-2)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1060 or Consent of
instructor. Practical application of technical theatre practices through
45 hours of lab work within the areas of scenery, lighting, properties,
and sound in conjunction with departmental productions. Personal safety
equipment and basic tools will be required. Course may be repeated
for up to 8 credit hours.
3100 Tap Dance Technique (2)
Prerequisites: 8 Credit hours of any combination of Theatre & Dance
1005, 1006, 1007, 1008, 1023, 2006, 2007, 2008, 3006, 3007, and/or 3008.
An introduction to the art of tap dance movement, technique, and vocabulary.
Dance attire and tap shoes are required.
3105 Advanced Dance Repertory (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor or Audition. Dancers are selected
through audition or consent of instructor to participate in the dance
repertory. Students will learn and rehearse original choreography created
by faculty and guest artists. At the end of the semester, students will
perform original works in a dance concert. Dance attire and appropriate
dance shoes are required. Course may be repeated for credit up to 12
hours.
3106 Dance Ensemble (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor or Audition. Students create and
produce dance lectures and demonstrations. Dance attire and appropriate
dance shoes are required. Course may be repeated.
3195 Advanced Practicum in Performance Studies (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Course provides advanced practical
experience in acting, directing, or dramaturgy through rehearsal and
performance in conjunction with department productions, or other approved
independent study projects. Laboratory time will be scheduled and may
include evening and weekend rehearsals and performances. Course may be
repeated for up to 8 credit hours.
3196
Advanced Theatre Practicum: Scenery/Lighting/Sound in Theatre Production
(1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Course provides advanced practical
experience in scenery, lighting, sound, and properties implementation
and/or running crew work in conjunction with departmental productions,
or other approved independent study projects. Running crew work may involve
evening and weekend assigned times. Additional daytime hours will vary
according to assignment. Credit hours are determined based on the scope
of the project. Course may be repeated for up to 6 credit hours.
3197 Advanced Practicum in Costume (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. This course provides advanced
practical experience in costume construction, cutting, draping, millinery,
fabric dyeing/painting, distressing, crafts including wardrobe and makeup
running crews, in conjunction with the theatre and dance department productions,
or other approved independent study projects. In addition to daytime
Lab hours, occasional weekend and/or evening laboratory time may be required.
Appropriate clothing and personal safety equipment will be required.
Personal equipment will be required. Course may be repeated for up to
8 credit hours.
3198 Advanced Practicum in Dance (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Course provides practical experience
in dance, stage movement, stage combat, choreography and/or running crew
work in conjunction with departmental productions, or other approved
independent study projects. May involve additional hours including evening
and weekend assigned times. Credit will be based on the scope of the
project. Course may be repeated for up to 6 credit hours.
3210 Ensemble Acting (3)
Prerequisite: Theatre & Dance 1210. Laboratory acting
course emphasizing group dramatic analysis and collaborative play development
and rehearsals culminating in an ensemble performance. Course emphasizes
collaboration, cooperation, and team-building skills for performers
in the theatre. Special attention is paid to the creation of dramatic
works through collaborative means.
3250
Designing for the Theatre (3)
An introduction to the theories and practices of scenic and costume
design for the theatre. The course will survey the evolution of theatrical
designs through different cultures, dramatic genres, and theatre architecture.
3252 Costume Design (3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1910, 2260 or Consent
of instructor. The study of styles,visualization of ideas, and techniques
of costume design. Discussion of principles of design for costumes,
script analysis, collaborative role of the designer in a production.
Introduction to costume construction techniques. Studio assignments
include drawing, rendering, painting techniques, study of human proportions
and exploration of character representation. Course may be repeated
for up to 6 credit hours.
3254 Costume Production and Construction Techniques (3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1900, 2260 or Consent
of instructor. Study of theory and application of pattern making, fitting,
construction techniques for costumes and undergarments to achieve authentic-appearing
costumes using contemporary methods. Provides practical experience in
costume construction, as well as wardrobe and makeup. Participation in
running crews, in conjunction with the theatre and dance department productions,
or other approved independent study projects may be required. Personal
equipment will be required. Weekend and evenings may be required. Appropriate
clothing and personal safety equipment required. Course may be repeated
for up to 8 credit hours.
3257 Makeup for Theatrical Productions (3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1800, 1910, or Consent
of instructor. The art of makeup and its relation to production. Overview
of European history and tradition of makeup. Theory, history and the
practice of makeup traditions for theatre, dance and performance will
be included.
3260 Scenic Design (3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1900, 1910, 2250,
2290, or Consent of instructor. Survey of the theories and practices
of scenery design for the theatre. This course will emphasize the creative
process from conceptual script analysis through final design projects,
sketching, drafting, rendering, and model making. Personal graphics
and drafting materials will be required.
3261 Lighting Design (3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1900, 1910, 2280,
or Consent of instructor. Survey of the theories and techniques of
lighting design for theatre and dance. This course will emphasize the
creative process from script and choreographic concepts through final
design projects, sketching, drafting, rendering, and related paperwork.
Personal graphics and drafting materials will be required.
3262 Theatrical Rendering and Model Making (3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1900, 1910, or Consent
of instructor. Course provides opportunities to further explore techniques
in scenery, lighting, and costume design. This course will include
2-D and 3-D projects designed to strengthen skills in drawing, rendering,
model making, and publicity materials.
3263 Scene Painting (3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 1900, 1910, or Consent
of instructor. Survey of theories, materials and techniques of scene
painting for the stage. Course includes 45 lab or studio hours for
application and practice of painting projects, and possible evening
and/or weekend studio hours.
3305 Writing for Performance (3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. An introduction
to writing for performance, including playwriting and dramatic adaptation.
Students’ particular
interests will determine course content; ranging from sketch comedy or
adaptation of literature for the stage, to full-length comic or dramatic
plays. This course is writing intensive and may require additional laboratory
hours.
3362 Storytelling (3)
Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor. This course
gives an overview of the history of storytelling, types of tales, and
appropriate uses for storytelling. The primary emphasis of the course
is in developing storytelling skills through preparation, performances,
and evaluation.
3394 Practicum in Performing Arts Management: Theatre and Dance (3)
Prerequisites: None. Study of issues related to the management of arts
organizations. This course will consider grant writing, creation and
administration of community boards, financial issues in arts management,
and the mainstream of both high artistic standards and effective organizational
processes.
3820 Theatre from the 18 th Century to the 1980s (3)
Prerequisite: Theatre 1800 or consent of instructor. History of theatre
and drama from the eighteenth century to present.
4100 Teaching for Dance (3)
Prerequisites: 8 credit hours of any level and combination
of Theatre & Dance
1005, 1006, 1007, 1008, 2006, 2007, 2008, 3006, 3007, and/or 3008. A
pedagogy class that focuses on theory and fundamental methods of teaching
various genres of dance. Emphasis will be in the development, structure,
and application of creating & teaching a variety of dance classes.
Course will involve research, analysis, and practical examination of
teaching methods appropriate to experience, age, gender, culture, and
location. Dance attire and dance shoes are required.
4210 Acting Styles (3)
Prerequisite: Theatre 3210.
Studies in period acting styles, emphasizing
cultural distinctions in manners, movement, and vocal practice.
4220 Directing for the Theatre (3)
Prerequisite: Theatre & Dance 1210 or consent of instructor. A
survey of the theories and practices of theatrical directing, beginning
with the theories and techniques of accomplished directors. The stage
director’s role in performance development will be studied through
script analysis, production planning, and the rehearsal process, culminating
with a live performance. Final projects are laboratory scenes or a short
one-act play.
4221 Advanced Directing for the Stage (3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 4220 or Consent of instructor. A
survey of period styles and abstract theories and practices of theatrical
directing. Explores the stage director’s expanded role in performance
development, through script analysis, adaptation, and production planning
through the rehearsal process. Final project is a one-act play.
4230 Theatre Management (3)
Prerequisite: Theatre & Dance 2230. Comprehensive
study and practice of theatre production and management techniques,
including season selection, fundraising, budget control, venue analysis
and acquisition, box office, facility management, production scheduling,
interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, and promotional techniques
for theatre.
4261 Advanced Projects in Design and Technology (1-3)
Prerequisites: Junior level with Consent of instructor. Provides opportunities
for supervised advanced projects in theatre design or technology in conjunction
with departmental productions, or other independent study projects. Credit
assigned based on scope of project. Course may be repeated for up to
6 credit hours.
4262 Advanced Problems in Costume (1-3)
Prerequisites: Theatre & Dance 2260 or 3252 or Consent
of instructor. Provides opportunities in supervised special projects
in costume design and technology in conjunction with actual productions
or other advanced independent projects. Includes design research process,
script and character analysis, study of historical context and social
environment, development of conceptual designs, study of current costume
design and wardrobe practices. Personal equipment will be required.
Credit based on scope of project. Course may be repeated for up to
6 credit hours.
4390 Theatre Internship (1-3)
Prerequisites: Junior level with Consent of instructor.
Provides
opportunities for supervised projects in conjunction with off-campus professional
theatre and/or dance companies in performance, management, design or technology.
Credit based on scope of assignment. Course may be repeated for up to 6
credit hours.
4391 Dance Internship (1-3)
Prerequisites: Junior level with Consent of instructor.
Provides
credit for approved supervised projects in conjunction with off-campus
professional theatre and/or dance companies. Credit based on scope of assignment.
Course may be repeated for up to 6 credit hours.
4980 Internship in Theatre (3)
Prerequisites: Senior standing, with at least 12 hours
of course work in theatre; an overall GPS of at least 3.0; consent of instructor;
open to communication majors only; not open to students who have any Y
or delayed grades outstanding. Supervised practical work at a theatre off
campus in one of the following areas: acting, directing design, stage
management. Repeatable, but no more than six hours total credit may be
earned in internship courses. Only three hours in internship courses
may be counted toward the 36-hour minimum required for the degree.
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