THEATRE 5551      Rendering Techniques for the Theatre Designer III
Developing techniques for rendering in realistic settings: interiors, landscapes, fabric and furnishings.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5552R      Rendering Techniques for the Theatre Designer Iv
Developing techniques for rendering in non-realistic styles with the emphasis on imaginative designs, light and air, created textures, etc.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5557      Theatre History I
Development of theatre art-including dramatic literature, staging, and performance styles-from the beginning through the 17th century. This course also looks at Asian theatre forms. Students read approximately 20 plays. Prerequisite: Graduate Status Offered: Every Fall
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5560      Theatre History II
Development of western theatre art-including dramatic literature, staging, and performance styles-from the 18th century to the present. Students will read approximately 24 plays Prerequisite: Graduate status Offered: Every winter
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5562      Actor Practicum
A contemporary scene study class for actors. Actors test their acquired process skills with major emphasis placed on characterization.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5563      Text Analysis I
Linear analysis of selected prose dramas with concentration on character delineation, images and motivation for actors and directors.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5564      Text Analysis II
Continuation of THEATER 5563 with emphasis on verse plays. Selected playwrights from the Greek and Elizabethan periods will be included along with modern verse dramatists.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5565      Introduction To Professional Directing
The first part of the class is devoted to an intensive study of various and diverse concepts related to the dramatic experience by dramatists, critics, and directors. The class also examines current production methods and practices for today's functioning professional director. Systems related to stage management and actors are investigated.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5567      Professional Directing Practicum
This class will move from concept to production. Work will revolve around the presentation of production concept statements in which the director will select, organize and articulate the theatrical substance in support of his or her chosen concept. Intensive analysis will lead to the development of an image/metaphor for production. Term will include presentation of a full book justifying concept choices for scenic, costume, music and dance, and, finally, full production.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5568      Seminar In Dramaturgy
Critical analysis of dramatic structure and techniques, with special reference to modern and contemporary drama.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5569      Master Class in Directing
(A,B,C,D) Class in advanced studies in directing. May be repeated for credit up to eight hours as new material and guest artist change. Permission of instructor or head of area required. Graduate students elect THEATER 5569.
Credits: 2 hours
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THEATRE 5570      Professional Lighting Design
(A, B, C, D) Professional Lighting Design is a series of courses concerned with the study of light as a design element. Projects to implement design theory are primarily selected from the areas of dramatic, musical and opera theatre, and dance. Emphasis is on the design process with each successive section dealing with problems of increasing complexity. Areas of study and projects are chosen on the basis of individual levels of development. When elected by non-lighting designers the course may be elected for a maximum of two semesters.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5571A      Professional Projections Design I
This course examines the techniques of theatrical projection design. Focus will be on the manipulation of projected images, and the fundamental use and control of automated projectors. This hands-on laboratory class will instruct students in the use of state of the art projection equipment and control consoles.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5571B      Professional Projections Design II
This class will teach students how to design projections. Students will learn the practical applications of projection design as well as the theoretical and critical thinking necessary to successfully complete a projection design assignment. This class will culminate with the presentation of an assigned projection design or a realized projection design. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Theater 5571A
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5572      Stage Lighting Equipment
A comprehensive study of contemporary technical equipment and its usage to actualize a lighting design. Areas of emphasis include instruments, color and color theory, lighting control systems, projection, and optical special effects.
Credits: 2 hours
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THEATRE 5573      Professional Technical Production
Detailed study and experimentation with recent scenic materials, scenery construction, rigging systems, use of metal and special effects.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5574      Theatre Regulations, Laws and Safety
Survey of fire, city and Equity codes, and insurance, liability, health rules and regulations related to theater operation. Union and legal contracts, philosophy and relations with theatre facilities and operations.
Credits: 1 hours
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THEATRE 5575R      Property Construction
Construction techniques and materials used to make and modify set and hand properties and set dressing.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5577      Advanced Materials
(A,B,C,D) The theatre technician and designer are dependent on a wide range of materials in the creation of their art. Each semester the student will pursue detailed study of a material area (i.e., wood, metal, plastics, textiles), the processes of its usage and its related process-products (i.e., adhesives, paints, dyes, etc.). Field trips and hands-on laboratory work are integral to the course.
Credits: 3 hours
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THEATRE 5578      Professional Theatre Administration
Theories, problems and techniques preparing the student for effective interaction with professional theater administration, offering a foundation for potential theatre administrators as well as enrichment for students of directing, design, technical and stage management.
Credits: 3 hours
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