Theatre
see also: 2002-2003
Course Schedule
Theatre courses are open to all students, regardless of major, provided
they satisfy prerequisites and requirements. Theatre productions are
also open to the entire student body. The Department prepares theatre
majors for graduate study, a theatre career and careers in other fields
that benefit from the creative, oral communication and managerial
skills developed by the discipline. Department productions are an
integral part of the instructional program, enhance student aesthetic
abilities and enrich the College community and general public.
Theatre Major: consists of 32 credits, including the following
required courses:
THE 115 Introduction to Theatre
MUS 130 Applied Voice or MUS 133 Class Voice (see Music Department course listings)
PHE 150 Jazz Dance or Rhythmic Skills or Ballet (see Physical Education Department course listings)
THE 215 Fundamentals of Acting
THE 240 Stagecraft
THE 315 Principles of Directing
THE 450 Senior Project
Choose two courses from:
THE 320 Theatre History I
THE 321 Theatre History II
THE 322 Theatre History III
THE 350.01 Seminar: World Dramatic Literature
as well as three practicums selected from THE 302, 303, 304,
305, 306 or 307. Participation in main stage productions is expected.
Special emphases in acting/directing, design/technology, music theatre
or theatre management are available.
Theatre Minor: consists of 21 credits, to include THE 115,
215, 240, 315, and one practicum selected from THE 302, 303, 304,
305, 306, or 307. Participation in main stage productions is recommended.
LOWER DIVISION
THE-101 Theatre Ensemble 1.0 cr.
Fall, winter, spring. Not offered 2002-2003. Guided participation in technical crews
or the acting company of Department main stage or student stage productions.
May be repeated.
THE-115 Introduction to Theatre 3.0 cr.
Appreciation of the live theatre event through a survey of its
dominant philosophy, principles and practice. Supplemented by historical
perspectives, reading representative plays and access to the production
experience. (FINE ARTS THEORY)
THE-215 Fundamentals of Acting 3.0 cr.
Fall. Basic principles and technique in voice, movement and approach
to the role. Involves simple improvisation and scene work.
THE-216 Voice & Diction 3.0 cr.
Winter. Alt. years. Prereq.: THE 115 or permission. Exploration
into the mechanics, articulation and vocal techniques vital to stage
performers and other public speaking related fields. Uses text and
exercises to free the voice, develop effective breathing, flexibility
of vocal production and projection. Use of the International Phonetic
Alphabet and study of dialects will also be explored.
THE-239 Stage Management 3.0 cr.
Prereq.: THE 115. An exploration of the process and principles of
stage management. This course will teach students the tools used to
confidently oversee the rehearsal and performance procedures of a
stage production. Students will gain experience in organizing a prompt
book, running a rehearsal, supervising crew chiefs and successfully
calling a performance. Students will also be required to create a
stage manager's kit.
THE-240 Stagecraft 3.0 cr.
Fall. Study of principles, techniques and materials involved in
scenery construction and stage lighting. Lab linked to production.
THE-270 Theatre & Arts Management 3.0 cr.
Alt. years. Company structure, financing, marketing, promotion,
box office and house management associated with theatre and the performing
arts. Lab (as appropriate) linked to production.
UPPER DIVISION
THE-302 Applied Theatre: Lighting 1.0 cr.
Fall, winter, spring. Prereq.: THE 240 or permission. By contract.
Stage lighting practicum in a creative leadership capacity linked
to production. Practical application of acquired knowledge. A written
report of the process is required.
THE-303 Applied Theatre: Costuming 1.0 cr.
Fall, winter, spring. Prereq.: THE 115 or permission. By contract.
Stage costuming practicum in a creative leadership capacity linked
to production. Practical application of acquired knowledge plus a
written report of the process.
THE-304 Applied Theatre: Management 1.0 cr.
Fall, winter, spring. Prereq.: THE 270 or permission. By contract.
Theatre management practicum in connection with a main stage production.
It focuses on the practical application of acquired knowledge and
requires a written report of the production management process.
THE-305.1 Applied Theatre: Acting 1.0 cr.
Fall, winter, spring. Prereq.: THE 215 or permission. By contract.
Acting practicum linked to a main stage or senior project production.
Practical application of acquired knowledge plus a written report
of the process.
THE-306 Applied Theatre: Scenery 1.0 cr.
Fall, winter, spring. Prereq.: THE 240 or permission. By contract.
Scenery practicum in a creative leadership capacity linked to production.
Practical application of acquired knowledge plus a written report
of the process.
THE-307 Applied Theatre: Directing 1.0 cr.
Fall, winter, spring. Prereq.: THE 315 or permission. By contract.
Directing practicum in a creative leadership capacity linked to production.
Practical application of acquired knowledge plus a written report
of the process.
THE-315 Principles of Directing 3.0 cr.
Alt. years. Prereq.: THE 115 and 240, or permission. Theory and
practice in staging a play, including performance analysis, composition,
picturization, movement, pantomime dramatization, tempo and pace,
rehearsal techniques and problem solving.
THE-316 Period Styles Movement 3.0 cr.
Alt. years. Prereq.: THE 215 or permission. An exploration in acting, emphasizing the importance of character
in plays belonging to a period style including Shakespeare, Restoration
Comedy and others such as Ancient Greek, Moliere and Coward. Students
will gain knowledge and technique through combining scene work with
period dance. Use of props and elements of costume may also be incorporated.
THE-320 Theatre History I 3.0 cr.
Fall. Alt. years. Prereq.: THE 115 recommended. A survey of world theatre
history from 5000 B.C. to Medieval (1400), including the reading of representative
plays. (FINE ARTS THEORY)
THE-321 Theatre History II 3.0 cr.
Spring. Alt. years. Prereq.: THE 115 recommended. A survey of world theatre
history from 1400 A.D. to mid-1800, including the reading of representative
plays. (FINE ARTS THEORY)
THE-322 Theatre History III 3.0 cr.
Alt. years. Prereq.: THE 115 recommended. a survey of
world theatre history from 1870 (Beginning of Realism) to the present,
including the reading of representative plays. (FINE ARTS
THEORY)
THE-340 Scenery & Lighting Design 3.0 cr.
Alt. years. Prereq.: THE 240 or permission. Principles and techniques
for creating the stage environment through scenery and lighting. Includes
theoretical concepts, presentation of the design idea and design technology
culminating in the creation of a concrete design.
THE-350.01 Seminar: World Dramatic Literature 3.0 cr.
Spring. Alt. years. (Same as ENG 350.01). A study of selected plays
of significant periods and movements of world drama from Greek tragedies
to Japanese Noh to Theatre of the Absurd. This course does not
fulfill the general graduation requirement in literature. (FINE ARTS THEORY)
THE 355 Acting Shakespeare 3.0 cr.
Alt. years. Prereq,: THE 215. This course focuses on the
challenges of bringing the plays of William Shakespeare to life on
stage. Students will incorporate various techniques to
comprehend and communicate the works of Shakespeare. These
include: defining of words, acting approaches derived from the written
structure of the verse; study of the First Folio; and vocal/emotional
connection to the text. (FINE ARTS THEORY)
THE-390 Creative Drama 3.0 cr.
An introduction to the principles and practice of a game-based,
improvisational approach to theatre. Focus on improvisational games
and open scenes to explore acting/storytelling without scripted materials
as well as examination of other problems in performance.
THE-391 Stage Combat 3.0 cr.
Fall. Alt. years. Prereq.: THE 215 or permission. Theory and technique
for use in armed and unarmed stage combat. This course will allow
students to polish their skills in illusionary stage violence while
promoting safety and strong technical skills. Students will learn
falls, rolls, hand to hand, rapier, and broadsword fighting techniques.
Extra fee for weapon rental.
THE-407 Advanced Directing 3.0 cr.
Fall. Alt. years. Prereq.: THE 315. A more indepth examination
of the art of stage direction using advanced methods, live performance
study, advanced theory and culminating in each student directing a
one-act play for public performance.
THE-430 Scenic Painting 3.0 cr.
Winter. Alt. years. Prereq.: THE 240. An introduction to theatrical
scene painting techniques and execution. This course will explore
painting equipment and supplies, priming and preparation of surfaces
and materials, standard techniques and use of texture for ornamental
effects. Extra fee.
THE-450 Senior Project 3.0 cr.
Prereq.: permission. An advanced individual integration of knowledge
and experience in theatre performance, design and technology or management.
Supervised by faculty who serve as a jury for demonstration of skills
in the area addressed. A senior project proposal must be submitted
in the junior year to be considered for inclusion in the senior year.
(INDEPENDENT WORK)
THE-494 Independent Study 1.0 to 3.0 cr.
Fall, winter, spring. Prereq.: permission. Advanced problems in
theatre not covered in courses normally available. See independent
study guidelines. (INDEPENDENT WORK)
THE-497 Internship 1.0 to 3.0 cr.
Fall, winter, spring. Prereq.: permission. Individually arranged
and supervised internship with a sponsor such as The Idaho Shakespeare
Festival. Designed to provide practical experience in the student's
area of interest. Periodic reports and papers may be required. See internship guidelines.
(INDEPENDENT WORK)
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