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TH 207 Stage Management I
This course covers the fundamentals of stage management and production organization, emphasizing responsibilities and requirements for running a production. Students are required to assist in a production. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 112
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TH 208 Script Analysis
In this course students learn to analyze, compare and contrast dramatic works representing diverse historic periods, construction and themes. Their observations are presented through and supported by written analysis. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 101 or TH 113
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TH 210 Improvisation II
This course is a continuation of the study of exercises to stimulate the actor’s imagination and instill proper procedures to unleash creativity with an emphasis on truthfulness and reality in performance. Enrollment limited to BFA in Acting (required course) and BFA in Musical Theatre majors (elective course). Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 102
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TH 211 Lighting Design
This course is an in-depth study of both master electrician and lighting design, including design for dance, theatrical genres and stages. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 111
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TH 213 Theatre Drawing
This course covers basic drawing techniques and graphic skills for the designer and students interested in drawing. This course utilizes a method of observation and eye-hand coordination that allows even a total novice to achieve realistic representations. Special focus will be given to perspective techniques utilized in theatrical design. Credit(s): 3
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TH 215 Scenic Design
In this course students will learn principles of color, line, mass, motion and rhythm along with research and play analysis for the designer. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 213
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TH 217 Fundamentals of Theatre Drafting
This course is an in-depth course in linear and scenographic techniques with an emphasis on drafting skills including projects for plays, musicals and operas in proscenium and other stagings. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 112
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TH 219 Graphic Arts for Design
In this course, the student will develops skills in various rendering techniques and visual presentations. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 213
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TH 221 Stage Properties
This course covers the production, procurement, and running of properties, including evolution and development of atmospheric and sound effects for the stage. History of periods and styles is included. Students are required to assist on a production. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 112
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TH 225 Costume Rendering
This course covers drawing and painting techniques for the costume designer, including figure drawing, fabric rendering and portfolio preparation. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 213
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TH 230 Costume Construction
This course is an advanced study in stage costuming with emphasis on sewing techniques, textiles and finishing techniques. Students will receive practical experience through class projects. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 131
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TH 231 Costume Design
This course covers the principles of line, color, texture and visualization of character analysis and relationships and historical research. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 213
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TH 241 Advanced Stage Makeup
This course builds upon techniques taught in TH 141 , Theatrical Stage Makeup. This course is required for the costume design student and open to any student interested in furthering their makeup skills and knowledge. This course is taught through lecture and student application. Topics include mask making, prosthetics, slush casting, wigs and facial hair and special effects. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 141
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TH 242 Movement for Actors II
This course focuses on the relationship of movement to characterization and the need to cultivate physical and emotional relationships in body movement. Students will expand and develop kinesthetic awareness and connect the actor’s inner life, imagination and expressive body. Approaches will be selected from a variety of methods, such as Laban, Grotowski, Chekhov, mask work, Tai Chi and yoga to help the student create a relaxed, alert, expressive physical instrument. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): TH 142
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TH 249 Voice and Speech for the Actor II
This course is the second in a series of three classes designed to train BFA in Acting majors to produce neutral, supported and resonant voice production with a flexible articulating instrument, demonstrating a marketable sound for the professional theatrical marketplace. It will build upon the work of TH 148 and focus on key exercise work with practical application. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 148
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TH 251 Voice and Speech for the Actor III
This course is designed to build upon the skills demonstrated in TH 148 and TH 249 with an emphasis on an even broader sound for heightened language work elevating from General American Speech to that of Standard American. Students will continue the skills acquired in TH 148 and TH 249 focusing on the opening of the vocal apparatus and the application of skills needed for heightened language plays. In addition, students will learn techniques of analyzing Shakespeare and other verse plays for speaking and interpretive purposes. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 249
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TH 252 Accents and Dialects
This course demonstrates the practical skill set utilized in creating dialects for the stage. The International Phonetic Alphabet is applied in this course to domestic and foreign dialects. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 251 for BFA in Acting majors or TH 149 for BFA in Musical Theatre majors
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TH 300 Acting for the Camera
In this course, students are introduced to fundamental ideas about story telling with a camera. The students learn and practice both single and multi-camera techniques. A series of projects will be assigned to enable students to encounter and practice acting and self-directing for the camera. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 202 or TH 203
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TH 301 Period Voice and Movement
This course is designed to develop the actor’s vocal and stage movement skills for performing material from a variety of period styles. Historical and contextual background for different theatre traditions will be included. Enrollment limited to BFA in Acting and BFA in Musical Theatre majors. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 202 or TH 203
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TH 302 Acting for Shakespeare
This course is designed for the actor to develop textual, vocal and physical skills for performing the plays of Shakespeare and his contemporaries. Students will learn the history and context of the Elizabethan stage and the influence of Shakespeare on modern and global stages and film. Enrollment limited to BFA in Acting and BFA in Musical Theatre majors. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 202 or TH 203
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TH 307 Directing
This course focuses on an analysis of plays from a director’s viewpoint. Students will complete a breakdown of scripts into dramatic elements and study various theatrical styles. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 101 , TH 111 , TH 112 , TH 131 and TH 208
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TH 309 Preparation for the Theatre Profession
This course will provide information and strategies for becoming a theatre professional. Major areas of emphasis include audition technique, the theatre business and networking. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 202 or TH 203
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TH 310 Stage Management II
This course is an advanced, in-depth course in stage management for multiple theatrical genres including theatre, dance and opera. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 207
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TH 312 Advanced Stage Craft
This course builds upon the knowledge and techniques of TH 112 Stage Craft . Advanced areas of technical production are covered including welding, theatrical furniture design and construction, and technical management techniques. Lecture and practical projects are included. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 112
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TH 316 Scenic Art
This is an advanced course in scene painting techniques, including drops, three-dimensional rendering and acrylic, latex and dye painting. Students will be required to assist on at least one production. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 213
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TH 318 CAD for the Stage
This course covers the application of two- and three-dimensional graphics programs to solve creative problems in theatre drafting. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 217
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TH 319 Computer Rendering
This course provides instruction in the application of various software programs to solve problems in theatre design. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 219 and TH 318
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TH 320 Theatre Sound
This course covers an introduction to sound principles and practices of theatre sound design and provides training for the position of sound designer in theatre. Principles, practices and equipment are used to create finished sound designs for theatre, dance and related areas. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 111 and TH 112
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TH 323 Script Writing
This course is an exploration of the writer’s craft from play to screenplay to teleplay. The basic tools of crafting and interpreting each genre of script formatting, character work, story structure and techniques for application will result in the creation of a screenplay. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 202 or TH 310
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TH 324 Company I: Showmakers
This course serves as the first course in a three-course sequence required in the BFA in Acting curriculum. Students will form a troupe that produces plays for public performance and school tours. Enrollment is limited to BFA in Acting majors. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 302
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TH 330 Pattern Drafting
This course focuses on pattern making for theatrical costumes, including flat patterning and draping techniques. Students will gain practical experience through class projects. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 230
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TH 341 Stage Combat
This is an introductory level course in the art and skill of stage combat and will focus heavily on safety for the stage. The primary weapons of focus are unarmed stage combat and rapier and dagger. The introduction of other stage weaponry is at the discretion of the instructor. Credit(s): 3
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TH 350 History of Architecture and Décor
This course provides the student of theatre with a methodology for researching the visual elements of theatre. It consists of an historical survey of architecture, furniture and décor as they pertain to theatrical production. The student is provided with an opportunity to develop skills in research and analysis methods as related to theatre production. Credit(s): 3
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TH 351 History of Theatre I
This course covers the development of drama, theatre architecture, companies, personalities and styles from antiquity to the Renaissance. Credit(s): 3
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TH 352 History of Theatre II
This course is a continuation of TH 351 from the Renaissance to the present. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 351
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TH 353 History of Fashion I
This course covers the history of fashion and style from antiquity to the present, especially emphasizing periods of importance to theatrical style and production. Credit(s): 3
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TH 354 History of Fashion II
This course is a continued study of the history of fashion and style from antiquity to the present, especially emphasizing periods of importance to theatrical style and production. Credit(s): 3
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TH 355 American Musical Theatre I
This course covers the history and development of popular musical theatre in the U.S. from colonial times through mid-20th century, including extravaganza, minstrelsy, revue, vaudeville, burlesque, operetta and early musical comedy. Credit(s): 3
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TH 356 American Musical Theatre II
This course covers the history and development of popular musical theatre in the United States from mid-20th century through the present, including the modern musical comedy, the musical play, the concept musical, the through-sung musical, foreign influences and modern trends. Credit(s): 3
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TH 390 Technical Theatre Practicum
This course is an in-depth technical production assignment in a practical laboratory setting for theatrical and dance productions. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): TH 111 plus TH 112 , or TH 131
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TH 391 Company Production
This course provides additional lab time for planning, rehearsals and performances. Credit(s): 1
Corequisite(s): TH 422 or TH 423
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TH 399 Theatre Production
In this course, students will participate in major theatrical productions. Audition required. Credit(s): 1
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TH 401 Auditioning
This course is a continuation of TH 302 with concentration on monologues for auditions. The course content will include challenging scene work excerpted from avant-garde plays and by specific playwrights. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 302
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TH 402 Actor’s Portfolio
This course is a continuation of TH 401 with concentration on avant-garde theatre, musical comedy and children’s theatre techniques. A portion of this course is devoted to preparing audition monologues. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 401
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TH 403 Advanced Acting Through Song I
This course builds upon the techniques taught in TH 203 , Acting Through Song. Emphasis is placed on contemporary, post Golden-Age repertoire. Students will explore a range of musical theatre scenes from varying styles including concept pieces, thru-sung musicals, and non-realism. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 203
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TH 404 Advanced Acting Through Song II
This course is a continuation of TH 403 with further work on concept-style scenes and larger group scenes in contemporary musical theatre. This course will serve as the culminating course in the musical theatre training program. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 403
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TH 405 Future Stages I
In this course, students work collaboratively across disciplines and investigate approaches to interactive experiences and new ways of storytelling. Students will actively work on both theoretical and practical projects with industry partners on simulated experiences. The emphasis is on devising interdisciplinary performance techniques and metacognitive abilities that enable the actors to apply their foundational skill set to interactive storytelling. This class is an opportunity to explore simulation and training edutainment and performance outside of traditional production modes. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 202 , TH 210 and TH 300
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TH 406 Future Stages II
This course is a continuation of TH 405 . Through working collaboratively across disciplines, students investigate approaches to interactive experiences and new ways of storytelling. Students will actively work on both theoretical and practical projects with industry partners on simulated experiences. The emphasis is on devising interdisciplinary performance techniques and metacognitive abilities which enable the actors to apply their foundational skill set to interactive storytelling. This class is an opportunity to explore simulation and training edutainment and performance outside of traditional production modes and beyond the students’ focused discipline. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 405
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TH 411 Advanced Lighting Design
This course is a continuation of TH 211 . Students will design projects for multi-scene plays, musicals and operas in proscenium and other stagings. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 211
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TH 412 Technical Direction
This course builds upon knowledge and techniques learned in TH 312 . Students will focus on areas of technical production including material and labor estimations, construction drawings, materials research, scheduling and technical management techniques. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 217 and TH 312
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TH 415 Advanced Scenic Design
This course is a continuation of TH 215 . Students will design projects for multi-scene plays, musicals and operas in proscenium and other stagings. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 215
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TH 422 Company II: Film
This course serves as the second course in a three-course sequence required in the BFA in Acting curriculum. Students will produce a film for which they serve as writers, directors, actors and producers. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 300 and TH 323
Corequisite(s): TH 391
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TH 423 Company III: Play
This course serves as the third course in a three-course sequence required in the BFA in Acting curriculum. Students will produce a play for performance in a major metropolitan city. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 422
Corequisite(s): TH 391
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TH 430 Advanced Costume Design
This course is a continuation of TH 231 , with emphasis on play analysis and style. This is an advanced class in costume design which will include plays, musicals and operas in proscenium and other staging. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 231
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TH 449 Voiceover
This course is a culminating experience for BFA in Acting majors. Students will be trained in commercial, industrial, narrative and character voiceover techniques. Enrollment is limited to BFA in Acting (required course) and BFA in Musical Theatre majors (elective course). Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): TH 251 for BFA in Acting majors or TH 149 for BFA in Musical Theatre majors
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TH 451 Senior Repertoire and Showcase
This course focuses on audition repertoire (“the book”) preparation and development. Students will expand and polish audition material in a wide variety of styles and periods. The course will culminate in several professional auditions for agents and casting directors in master class format. This course is required of graduating seniors in the BFA in Musical Theatre curriculum and must be presented only in the academic year of the student’s raduation. Credit(s): 3
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TH 490 Stage Management Internship I
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TH 491 Stage Management Internship II
This course provides practical experience (150 hours minimum) in a professional theatrical stage management setting. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): All TH requirements through TH 310
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TH 495 Special Topics
This course is an investigation of a specialized topic within theatre. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 credits, dependent upon topic.
Prerequisite(s): will vary with topic
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TH 498 Technical Theatre Thesis
This course is for the advanced design major and consists of a culminating design project or assuming a major responsibility such as technical director for a theatre or dance production. This course will help students build their portfolios for entrance into graduate school or going directly into the professional world. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): A minimum of two successful completions of TH 399 and a minimum of two successful completions of TH 390
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TH 499 Individual Directed Research
This course allows for guided individualized study of projects in theatre, which may be used to fulfill theatre electives only. Projects must be approved by the associate dean for undergraduate studies and the division chair and/or program coordinator prior to registration. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 credits, dependent upon topic.
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TH 499 Individual Directed Research
This course allows for guided individualized study of projects in theatre, which may be used to fulfill theatre electives only. Projects must be approved by the associate dean for undergraduate studies and the division chair and/or program coordinator prior to registration. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 credits, dependent upon topic.
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EHP 101 Investigating the Health Professions
This course investigates various aspects of different careers in the health
professions. It focuses on building a foundation of knowledge of different types of
health professions and introduces the development of the skills necessary for
successful health professions education and practice. The course focuses on
concepts of self-directed learning, basic research principles and small group work
relevant to any future health care provider. Credit(s): 1
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EHP 201 Navigating the Health Professions
This course investigates various aspects of navigating the challenges of the health professions. It focuses on using knowledge of the healthcare environment to explore challenging aspects of the transition to graduate health professions education, patient care, relationship building and interpersonal communication. The course utilizes self-directed learning, basic research principles and small group work relevant to any future health care provider. Credit(s): 1
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EHP 301 Experiencing the Health Professions
This course focuses on the realities of practice in a health care system. It focuses on demonstrating knowledge of the healthcare environment while exploring deeply the issues in healthcare policy and systems that affect population health. The course utilizes elements of self-directed learning, basic research principles, small group work and experiential learning relevant to any future health care provider.
Credit(s): 1
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