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Courses


 
  
  • THEA 290 - Selected Topics in Theatre


    A first or intermediate level seminar or laboratory.

    Credits:(1-4) cr
  
  • THEA 299 - Applied Theatre


    A student who participates under the supervision of a faculty member in an extracurricular theatre activity may receive one hour of credit in a single activity during one semester. Admission to the activity does not constitute permission or insure credit. May be repeated for up to 8 credit hours. Credits used to satisfy the requirement in THEA 299 for the theatre major must be earned on campus.

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

    Credits:1 cr
  
  • THEA 336 - Intermediate Acting


    A continuation of the first course in acting, which will stress the development and application of performance techniques in more difficult problems of characterization, ensemble and style. Vocal and physical training are continued.

    Prerequisite: THEA 136 or THEA 137 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 340 - Musical Theatre I


    An introduction to musical theatre as a live art form. Students explore aspects of musical theatre production in order to develop a base for understanding and evaluating live musical theatre. The course will focus primarily on solo/duet and small ensemble work.

    Prerequisite:  THEA 136 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 355 - Intermediate Directing


    A continuation of the first course in directing, which will stress problem-solving and decision making at more difficult or specialized levels. These include period staging, special styles or conventions, and performance problems.

    Prerequisite: THEA 255 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 360 - Scene Design


    Explores the art of scenography, covering the design of stage settings and properties in relation to the unified stage production. Mechanical drawing and computer generated designs will be major components. Practical application on University Theatre productions is included.

    Prerequisite: THEA 260 or permission of instructor. (Lab fee)

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 365 - Shakespeare In Performance


    This course is designed for the advanced student wanting to explore the performative aspects of William Shakespeare’s dramatic literature. In depth study and analysis of five plays will lead to presentation of selected scenes from each of the plays studied. Bringing the oral aspects of performance to the dramatic literature is the focus of the course.

    Prerequisite:  THEA 136 or permission of instructor. 

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 370 - Costume and Makeup Design


    Theory and practice in costume design and construction, and in straight and character makeup, in relation to the unified stage production. An overview of the history of dress and stage costume. Laboratory work in University Theatre is included.

    Prerequisite: THEA 260 or permission of instructor. (Lab fee)

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 375 - Theatre History I


    A survey of theatre history from ancient Greece through the 17th Century French Neoclassical Theatre. Study of major periods, plays and artists. Focused study in selected topics.
     

    Prerequisite: THEA 128A or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 380 - Theatre History II


    A survey of theatre history from 1660 and the English Restoration Theatre through the contemporary era. Study of major periods, plays and artists. Focused study in selected topics.

    Prerequisite: THEA 128A or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 385 - Principles & Practices in Arts Management


    Emphasis on current theory and practice in arts administration and organization; exploration of business management and related career opportunities in the arts; current practices in front-of- house operation, promotion, and funding options. An advanced level introductory course.

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 420 - Acting for the Camera


    A course designed for students of acting and technical production who may be considering pursuing a career in television or film production. Exercises and assignments will pertain to Soap Opera, Film, and Commercial acting techniques. Students will learn camera, sound, and lighting techniques, and studio editing and directing. Class sessions and lab required.

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor or THEA 136.

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 440 - Musical Theatre II


    A continuation to musical theatre I. Students will explore advanced aspects of musical theatre production in order to develop a base for understanding and evaluating live musical theatre. The course will focus primarily on large ensemble work and choreography

    Prerequisite:  THEA 136 or THEA 340 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 450 - Solo Performance


    An advanced course in acting focusing on the history of solo performance and the creation and performance of solo works by the student in three types of solo genres: Biographical, Multi-character, and the Autobiographical Monologue.

    Prerequisite:  THEA 136 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 460 - Light and Sound Design


    This course focuses on the designing of lighting and sound for live theatre and the practical application of those designs to the stage. The course includes laboratory work on University Theatre productions

    Prerequisite: THEA 260 or permission of instructor. (Lab fee)

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • THEA 465 - Creative Drama


    The study of drama as a creative and educational tool in school, clinical and recreational settings. Demonstrates the values of creative drama in the development of the whole child. Provides opportunity for students to design materials, as well as to understand the use of creative drama techniques.

    Credits:3 cr Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with TE 465.
  
  • THEA 470 - Theatre for Children


    History and theories of theatre staged by adults for child audiences. Provides practical experience in selecting and staging plays for children. Examines performance and content standards, educational and theatrical considerations, the nature of the audience and aesthetic values.

    Credits:3 cr Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with TE 470.
  
  • THEA 490 - Selected Topics in Theatre


    An advanced or highly specialized seminar or laboratory.

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

    Credits:(1-4) cr
  
  • THEA 495 - Independent Study in Theatre


    Before enrolling, the student must submit a plan of study for approval.

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

    Credits:(1-4) cr
  
  • THEA 496 - Field Work: Theatre Tour


    This course is designed to give students experience with touring theatre. It is a performance and production laboratory. Students engage in multiple performances at differing sites. Content allows for all phases of production including development of technical and pedagogical materials.

    Prerequisite: THEA 136 or THEA 470 or permission of instructor.

    Credits:(1-6) cr
  
  • THEA 497 - Senior Project in Theatre


    Student must submit a detailed and substantiated proposal for approval.

    Prerequisite: Written and oral presentation of the proposal for departmental approval one semester prior to registration for the course. Forms available from faculty advisor.

    Credits:(3-6) cr
  
  • YS 300 - Child Welfare Policies & Procedures


    Concepts, policies and practices in the child welfare field will be presented. The student will become familiar with historical aspects of child welfare concerns, with the broad scope of child welfare relating to the child in his/her varied environment and with organizational structure and service.

    Credits:3 cr Cross-Listed: SW 303
  
  • YS 330 - Child Abuse & Neglect


    An intensive study of the problem of child abuse and neglect as it extends throughout our country. Areas of focus include: law enforcement, medical, sociological, educational, preventive and interventive aspects.

    Credits:3 cr Cross-Listed: SW 302
  
  • YS 347 - Problems of American Youth


    A study of the social, psychological and personal problems of age in America. Areas of focus include: childhood and youth as social inventions; socialization processes; anxiety, identity, authority and life goals; the amelioration of personal problems and growth in social maturity, with emphasis on strategies and treatment.

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • YS 349 - Group Work with Youth


    Theory and skills for working with youth through groups. Principles and strategies of intervention, problem assessment, use of group and programming and intervention tools, select appropriate methods/skills. Stages of group development, goal planning with groups, assessment of race, ethnic origin and socio-economic status of group members. The use of group programming as a viable means for individual change.

    Credits:3 cr
  
  • YS 405 - Group Facilitation


    Developing group facilitation skills with parenting groups and groups with children and youth. Group work as an intervention with families in need of a nurturing supportive environment that supports appropriate parent-child interactions.

    Credits:3 cr Cross-Listed: SW 405
  
  • YS 490 - Selected Topics


    Study of selected topics of particular significance or current importance and interest to the youth services area such as Interviewing Children and Adolescents, Youth in Residential Care, and Administration of Youth Services.

    Prerequisite: Junior or Senior status.

    Credits:(1-4) cr
 

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