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Dramatic Arts (DRAM)
* Read an Advance article about the Nafe Katter Theatre. For major requirements, see the School of Fine Arts section of this Catalog. 1101. Introduction to the Theatre (101) Either semester. Three credits. Analysis of the functions of the theatre artists and their contributions to the modern theatre. CA 1 1102. Fundamentals of Theatrical Design (108) Either semester. Three credits. Saternow Introduction to theories of theatrical design and their application. (110) Either semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory period. A basic study of film as both a means of communication and as an art form. A fee of $25 is charged for this course. CA 1. 1201. Drafting for the Theatre (105) First semester. Three credits. Two 3-hour studio periods. The basics of hand drafting techniques and the drafting conventions for scenic designers, lighting designers and technical directors. 1202. Computer Drafting for the Theatre (106) Second semester. Three credits. Two 3-hour studio periods. Computer Aided Drafting techniques for theatrical applications. Use of design software for creating various 2-D plans, including light plots, set designs and technical shop drawings. Assumes a good working knowledge of theatrical drafting conventions and techniques. 1207. Theatre Production Studio (107) Either semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour studio period. May be repeated with change in course content to a maximum of nine credits. Elements of costume, lighting, management and stagecraft with application to departmental productions. 1209. Drawing and Painting Techniques for the Theatre (109) First semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour studio period. An introduction to theatrical sketching and rendering emphasizing color composition in various media. 1210. Computer Rendering for the Theatre (118) Second semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour studio period. Open only to Dramatic Arts majors; others with consent of instructor. Computer rendering for theatre design in 2-D and 3-D format. 1282. Practicum in Dramatic Arts (159) Either or both semesters. Credits and hours by arrangement. Department consent required. May be repeated for credit with a change in course content to a maximum of six credits. Open only to Dramatic Arts majors. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). Practical work in all areas of dramatic arts, with emphasis on running crew assignments. 1701-1702. Introduction to Acting (143-144) Both semesters. Three credits each semester. Concurrent enrollment in DRAM 1801-1802 required for all acting majors. First semester: Basic acting techniques, including improvisation and the use of the stage environment. Second semester: continuation of basic techniques with emphasis on the presentation of scenes from contemporary plays. 1801. Introduction to Movement for the Actor I (149) First semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Sabatine Conditioning the body to increase stretch, strength, flexibility, and sensitivity. Exploration of movement concepts in space, time and energy values, and mind body and environment relationships. 1802. Introduction to Movement for the Actor II (150) Second semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Sabatine Continuation of DRAM 1801. Emphasis on the organization of movement expression using essence theory of emotion, intentions, gestures and physical characterization through movement. 1901. Production of the Speaking Voice (120) Either semester. Three credits. Stern Study and practice in the development of an expressive, injury-free speaking voice capable of filling most performance spaces without amplification. Students concentrate on breathing technique, throat relaxation, resonance enhancement, and the use of variety in pitch and speaking rate. The course also integrates these technical voice skills with the principles of the inner acting process. (130) First semester. Three credits. Not open for credit to students who have passed DRAM 2132. McDermott Dramatic literature and theatre history from Classical Greece through the Spanish Golden Age, including an examination of non-western theatre traditions, especially Japanese. (131) Second semester. Three credits. Recommended preparation: DRAM 2130. Not open for credit to students who have passed DRAM 2133. McDermott, Molette Dramatic literature and theatre history from the French Renaissance to Contemporary Theatre, including an examination of non-western theatre traditions, especially Chinese. 2132. Masterpieces of the Drama: Aeschylus to Shakespeare (180) Either semester. Three credits. A study of masterpieces of Greek, Roman and Elizabethan drama with emphasis on analysis of form and content and attention to staging conventions. 2133. Masterpieces of the Drama: Molière to the Present (181) Either semester. Three credits. A study of masterpieces of French 17th Century; English Restoration and 18th Century; European, English, and Japanese 19th Century; and European, English, African, and American 20th Century drama. Emphasis on analysis of form and content and attention to staging conventions. (243) First semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Open only with consent of instructor. Voices of naturalism and realism: the study and practice of techniques utilized in the performance of modern realists. (244) Second semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Prerequisite: DRAM 2701. McDonald A continuation of the study and practice of techniques utilized in the performance of modern realists. 2711-2712. Introduction to Directing (163-164)Both semesters. Three credits each semester. Prerequisite: DRAM 1701. First semester: Emphasis on theory and play analysis from the director's point of view. Second semester: Emphasis on practical staging experience, including casting techniques and rehearsal and performance methods. (153) Either semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Basic techniques, styles, and composition of jazz dance. Emphasis placed on technique. (154) Either semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Prerequisite: DRAM 2801. Continuation of Dramatic Arts 2801. 2811. Performance Techniques in Ethnic Arts (191) Either or both semesters. Credits and hours by arrangement. May be repeated for credit with a change in course content. Open only with consent of instructor. Performance study and practice in selected areas of ethnic and minority dramatic arts. Topics to be alternated may include Afro-American dance, Black Heritage theatre, Indian dance. (141) Either semester. Three credits. An intensive study of background and thought content of literary material and the development of techniques of oral interpretation. 3103. Stage Management for the Theatre (203) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Open only with instructor consent. Studies of the vocation and profession of stage management as defined by modern theatre practice. Also examines inter-relationships between the stage manager and the other members of the theatrical production staff. 3121. Advertising, Publicity, and Promotion in the Dramatic Arts (219) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Open only with consent of instructor. An introduction to the basic techniques of advertising copy, news releases, and feature stories. (230) Either semester. Three credits. McDermott A study of theatre examining the changing depiction of women in drama and the increasing participation of women in all areas of theatrical activity. Women's advancement in western and oriental theatre will be surveyed as a background for focusing on plays written in the 20th century. CA 4 3131. African-American Theatre (231) (Also offered as AFAM 3131.) Either semester. Three credits. Molette The significant developments in African American theatre and its antecedents and an examination of selected play scripts that exemplify those developments. CA 4. 3131W. African-American Theatre (231W) (Also offered as AFAM 3131W.) Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 or 1011 or 3800. CA 4. 3138. Trends in Contemporary Theatre (282) Either semester. Three credits. A study of the major trends in drama and theatrical production of the western world today. (272) (Also offered as ENGL 3705.) Either or both semesters. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Open only with consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit with a change in course content to a maximum of 9 credits. McDermott The analysis of the basic techniques in playwriting, and the reading and criticism of the students' works in progress. Scripts of outstanding merit may be produced in the Studio or Mobius Theatres. (274-275) (Also offered as ENGL 3707-3709.) Both semesters. Three credits each semester. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Open only with consent of instructor. Theoretical and practical work in the content and form of the fiction 3182. Practicum in Dramatic Arts (259) Either or both semesters. Credits and hours by arrangement. Open only with consent of instructor. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). Practical work in all areas of dramatic arts. (299) Either or both semesters. Credits and hours by arrangement. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Open only with consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit. A reading or project course under the direction of an appropriate staff member. (200) First semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: DRAM 1207 (Stagecraft). Basic techniques of constructing two dimensional and three dimensional scenery. (201) Second semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: DRAM 1207 (Stagecraft). Rigging systems and the basic techniques for flying scenery, with an emphasis on rigging safety. 3205. Scenographic Techniques for the Theatre (205) Either semester. Three credits. Two 3-hour laboratory periods. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: DRAM 1207 (Stagecraft). A laboratory course for designers and technicians in the techniques of preparing a scene design for production in a shop. Drafting techniques, sheet layout, conventions and symbols are stressed. (206) Either semester. Two 3-hour laboratory periods. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: DRAM 3205. Computer Aided Drafting techniques for theatrical applications. Use of design software for creating various 2-D plans, including light plots, set designs and technical shop drawings. (218C) Either semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour studio period. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: DRAM 1102. Crow Computer rendering for the theatre in 2-D and 3-D format. 3209. Principles of Design and Rendering (209) Either semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour studio period. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: DRAM 1102. Crow Composition and color theory for designers as well as an exploration of graphic techniques in mixed media for expression of design ideas. (215) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Art of sound design for the theatre. Organizing and creating sound for production. 3231. Fundamentals of Television I (257) First semester. Three credits. Two 3-hour laboratory periods. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Open only with consent of instructor. 3232. Fundamentals of Television II (258) Second semester. Three credits. Two 3-hour laboratory periods. Prerequisite: DRAM 3231; open to juniors or higher . (211-212) Both semesters. Three credits each semester. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: DRAM 1102; open to juniors or higher. Saternow (213) Either semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour studio period. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Crow A slide survey class covering the origins and development of dress to the present day. Specifically African, Middle Eastern, and Euro-Centric dress, along with the societies and manners which created fashion. (214) Either semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour studio period. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: DRAM 1102. Crow An introductory class centering on the designer's approach to the text, the creation of the designed look for the characters in the play, and the process of how to realize the costumes. (242) Either semester. Two credits. One class period and one 2-hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Open only with consent of instructor. 3501C-3502. Lighting for the Theatre (207C-208) Both semesters. Three credits each semester. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: DRAM 1207 (Lighting), 1102. (247) First semester. Three credits. May be repeated for credit with change in course content to a maximum of 12 credits. Open only with consent of instructor. Roccoberton Rod puppetry or shadow theatre. Topics to alternate on a two-year rotation. 3602. Advanced Puppetry Techniques I (278) First semester. Three credits. Two 3-hour laboratory periods. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. May be repeated for credit with change in course content to a maximum of six credits. Open only with consent of instructor. Roccoberton Laboratory practice in advanced production techniques or paper sculpture for the puppet theatre. (248) Second semester. Three credits. May be repeated for credit with change in course content to a maximum of 12 credits. Open only with consent of instructor. Roccoberton Hand puppetry or mask theatre. Topics to alternate on a two-year rotation 3604. Advanced Puppetry Techniques II (279) Second semester. Three credits. Two 3-hour laboratory periods. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. May be repeated for credit with change in course content to a maximum of six credits. Open only with consent of instructor. Roccoberton Advanced puppetry production techniques for television or laboratory practice in materials techniques. 3611. Trends in the Contemporary Puppet Theatre (285) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Additional project required for graduate credit. Roccoberton A study of the major trends in drama, design styles and production of the puppet theatre in the western world today. (291) Either or both semesters. Credits and hours by arrangement. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Open only with consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit with a change in course content. Performance study and practice in selected areas of dramatic arts 4122. Theatre Administration and Organization (289) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. A survey of the organizational structure of the theatre in the United States, including community, university and regional theatres, and "on," "off," and "off-off" Broadway. Personnel, budgeting, unions and audience development will be covered 4135. Period Studies in Theatre (235) Either or both semesters. Three credits. Prerequisite: DRAM 2130, 2131; open to juniors or higher. May be repeated for credit with change in course content. An in-depth examination of a major period or periods of theatre history and dramatic literature. Topics will vary. 4135W. Period Studies in Theatre (235W) Prerequisite: DRAM 2130, 2131; ENGL 1010 or 1011 or 3800; open to juniors or higher. (295) Either or both semesters. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. May be repeated for credit. Open only with consent of instructor. An analysis of New Theatre concepts throughout the twentieth century, with workshops in performance. (251) First semester. Three credits. Prerequisites: DRAM 1110; open to juniors or higher. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory period. May be repeated for credit with a change in course content to a maximum of 6 credits. A critical analysis of the American fiction film. A fee of $25 is charged for this course. (252) Second semester. Three credits. Prerequisites: DRAM 1110; open to juniors or higher. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory period. May be repeated for credit with a change in course content to a maximum of 6 credits. A critical analysis of representative world films. A fee of $25 is charged for this course. (293) Either or both semesters. Credits and hours by arrangement. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. May be repeated for credit. Consent of Department head required, normally to be granted prior to the student's departure. May count toward the major with consent of the advisor. Coursework undertaken within approved Study Abroad programs, with a focus on the theatre history, dramatic literature and production in a particular country or region. (298) Either or both semesters. Credits and hours by arrangement. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Open only with consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit. Studies in selected areas of dramatic arts. Topics to be alternated (268) First semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Prerequisite: DRAM 2702 and consent of instructor and concurrent enrollment in DRAM 4811 and DRAM 4911 required; open to juniors or higher. McDonald Poetic voices of world theatre: Greek, Elizabethan, and others. (269) Second semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Prerequisite: DRAM 4701 and consent of instructor, and concurrent enrollment in DRAM 4812 and DRAM 4912 required; open to juniors or higher. McDonald The study and practice of acting techniques utilized in the performance of Shakespeare's plays. (276) First semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Prerequisite: DRAM 4702 and consent of instructor; open to juniors or higher. The study and practice of acting techniques utilized in a range of comic styles. (277) Second semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Prerequisite: DRAM 4703 and consent of instructor; open to juniors or higher. The study and practice of acting techniques utilized in the performance of modern non-realists (249) Either semester. Credits and hours by arrangement. Prerequisite: DRAM 4702; open only with consent of instructor; open to juniors or higher. Study and practice in the principles and techniques of television performance and acting before the camera. 4711. The Director in the Theatre (263) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: DRAM 2130, 2131; open to juniors or higher. An analysis of the role and function of the director in the theatre from historical, aesthetic, and practical points of view. 4711W. The Director in the Theatre (263W) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: DRAM 2130, 2131; ENGL 1010 or 1011 or 3800; open to juniors or higher. (238) Second semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Prerequisite: DRAM 2802 and consent of instructor; open to juniors or higher. May be repeated for credit with a change in course content to a maximum of 9 credits. Sabatine Further work in techniques and styles of jazz dance. Projects in jazz choreography. (239) First semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: DRAM 1801, 1802; open to juniors or higher. Sabatine Stage movement and dances from Greek to Renaissance (240) Second semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: DRAM 4811; open to juniors or higher. Sabatine Stage movement and dances from the Renaissance through the Restoration (250) First semester. Three credits. Three 2-hour studio periods. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: DRAM 2802. May be repeated for credit with a change in course content to a maximum of 6 credits. Sabatine Tap, free style, folk and social dance forms used in musical theatre. Integration of dance with song. (220) First semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: DRAM 1901 and concurrent enrollment in DRAM 4701; open to juniors or higher. Stern Study and practice in the continued development of breathing, phonation and resonance skills, with added attention being paid to non-regional pronunciation (including the standard sounds and symbols of the International Phonetic Alphabet), articulation (of colloquial and classical diction styles), and phrasing. (222) Prerequisite: DRAM 4911 and concurrent enrollment in DRAM 4702; open to juniors or higher. Stern Continued exploration of voice production and elevated diction skills required for acting in classical and period styles. Particular attention is given to textual analysis, verse performance, and the specialized voice techniques required for highly emotional scenes. (265) Either semester. Two credits. One class period and one 2-hour lab. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: DRAM 4911. Stern The study and practice of those dialects and accents most frequently required by American actors. Contents include, but are not limited to, Standard British, and a range of New York City and American Southern patterns. 4941. Oral Interpretation of the Drama (241) Second semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher. Recommended preparation: DRAM 1701, 2941. . |
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