Theatre Performance/Production (THP)
Fundamental techniques and terminology of acting through physical and vocal expression, improvisation, and monologue and scene work. Emphasis on characterization. Prerequisites: None.
Movement skills for the actor to develop a flexible, expressive physical instrument. Includes pantomime, physical isolation, and awareness exercises. Prerequisites: None.
Designed to give college credit to the cast and technical production crews of college theatre productions. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: THP201AA may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours.
Designed to give college credit to the cast and technical production crews of college theatre productions. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: THP201AB may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours.
Fundamental techniques of acting through script analysis, rehearsal, and performance. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in THP112 or permission of Department or Division.
Procedures of technical theatre production and demonstration. Topics include design and construction of scenery, lighting, and properties. Prerequisites: None.
The role of the theatre designer in creating scenic, lighting, costume, sound, and multimedia effects for stage productions. Elements of the design process and communication of dramatic themes and visions to the audience. Prerequisites: None.
Principles and techniques for musical theatre production performance. Includes audition techniques, stage directions, character role development, rehearsal techniques, vocal acting styles and vocal technique, stage movement, crew roles, and performance. Prerequisites: By audition.