Theater (THR) Courses
THR 1013. Acting I. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = DRAM 1351)
Fundamental techniques of acting, emphasizing the actor’s approach to characterization and relationship to all parts of the play’s production. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 1023. Acting II. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = DRAM 1352)
Sustained character portrayal. Intensive work in stage movement and vocal techniques, including dialects. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 2113. Intermediate Acting I. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Completion of THR 1013 and THR 1023, or placement by audition with instructor consent.
Concepts, skills, and techniques of acting styles, collaborative work in all aspects of play production, and development of understanding of the actor’s role through performance. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 2123. Intermediate Acting II. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Completion of THR 2113, or placement by audition with instructor consent.
Continued development of concepts, skills, and techniques of acting styles required to understand the role of the performer in play production. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 2213. Introduction to Stagecraft. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = DRAM 1330)
Hands-on introduction to the technical, construction, and facilities aspects of production for the stage. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $6.16.
THR 3003. Teaching Dramatic Performance. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 1023. Theory and training in teaching performance at the secondary or tertiary education level, including making lesson plans, engaging students, and crafting effective performances. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3023. Teaching Stagecraft and Dramatic Technology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 2213. Theory and training in teaching stagecraft and related tech at the secondary or tertiary education level, including making lesson plans, engaging students, fostering a safe environment, and creating effective sets and other designs. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3103. Theater History Before 1800. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Study of dramatic composition, performance, and audience reception and its broader contexts before 1800. It may take the form of a survey or a more narrowly focused study of a relevant period, style, or tradition of dramatic production. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3113. Advanced Acting for the Stage. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Completion of THR 2123 or placement by audition with instructor consent. Advanced training, practice, and collaborative development of concept, skill, technique, style, and execution of performance for various kinds of stages. May be repeated for credit. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3143. Playwriting. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Study of exemplary play scripts with attention to dialogue, structure, technique, format, and genre. Guided instruction in the scripting of original scenes and acts. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3203. Theater History Since 1800. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Study of dramatic composition, performance, and audience reception and its broader contexts since 1800. It may take the form of a survey or a more narrowly focused study of a relevant period, style, or tradition of dramatic production. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3213. Topics in Technical Production. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 2213. Theory of and experiential training in technical live production, organized around a specific topic, technology, or goal. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3223. Lighting Design and Technology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 2213. Intensive study of the theory and artistry of stage and other performance lighting, with significant experiential component. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3233. Sound Design and Technology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 2213. Intensive study of the theory and artistry of stage and other performance sound, with significant experiential component. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3243. Costume Design & Technology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 2213. Intensive study of the theory, artistry, and creation of stage and other performance costuming, with significant experiential component. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3253. Scenic Design. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 2213. Intensive study of the theory, artistry, and creation of scene design for stage and other live performances, with significant experiential component. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3333. Stage Management. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 1013 and THR 2213. Theory and practice of stage management from planning through performance. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3433. Directing for the Stage. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 1013 and THR 2213. Theory and practice of directing scenes for stage performance. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3503. Applied Theater Survey. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
In this course, students will explore theories and examples of play-making in the context of civic engagement, public health, and community development, including Theatre of the Oppressed, Playback Theatre, Forum Theatre, etc. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 3953. Topics in Dramatic Arts and Technology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Study and practice of specific processes or roles in the preparation, production, marketing, technology, or business of dramatic arts and technology. May be repeated for up to 18 credits when topics vary. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 4143. Advanced Playwriting. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 3143. Advanced study of exemplary play scripts with attention to dialogue, structure, technique, format, and genre. Advanced guided instruction in the creation of a full-length project. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 4433. Advanced Directing for the Stage. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 3433. Advanced theory and practice of directing scenes or plays for stage performance. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 4633. Advanced Acting for the Screen. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Completion of HUM 3633. Advanced study and practice of creating performances for television, film, and other screen-based media, including emerging technologies. May be repeated for credit. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 4913. Internship in Dramatic Arts and Technology. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 1013, THR 2213, THR 3143, Junior status or higher, and Dramatic Arts and Technology major status. Supervised experience relevant to Dramatic Arts and Technology. May be repeated for credit. A maximum of 6 credit hours can be earned through an Internship in Dramatic Arts and Technology. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 4953. Special Studies in Dramatic Arts and Technology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 1013, THR 2213, and THR 3143. Advanced training in theory and practice of specific topics in dramatic arts and technology. Topics vary depending on the instructor and semester. Topics may include Emerging Performance, Stage Technologies, Dramaturgy, and The Business of Live Performance. May be repeated when topics vary. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
THR 4973. Dramatic Production Cast. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 1013. Supervised significant participation in large-scale program production. May be repeated for credit, but no more than 12 credits can be earned for this course. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27.
THR 4983. Dramatic Production Crew. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: THR 2213. Supervised significant participation on crew in large-scale program production. May be repeated for credit, but no more than 12 credits can be earned for this course. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
