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TH 240 - Playwriting 3.00 credits.
The study of the tools and techniques of creative writing for the theatre. Students will develop scripts that may receive staged readings or short play festival productions. Register by Instructor. Alternate fall semesters.
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TH 255 - CE Fundamentals of Theatrical Design 4.00 credits.
(Creative Expression Core Course)
This course offers an introduction to the four major areas of theatrical design: scenery, lighting, costume and sound. Using theatrical texts as a springboard for the development of theoretical design work, students develop their own aesthetic sensibilities and the visual and verbal skills to express themselves in terms of basic theatrical design. While this course utilizes hands-on artistic techniques, a thinking, curious mind is the primary tool. Alternate spring semesters.
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TH 260 - From Shakespeare to Sitcom 3.00 credits.
This course is comprised of a 14-day international trip to Italy. It is an investigation into the society, customs, and culture of the Italian Renaissance (1450-1650) and the ways in which it contributed to the development of that era’s popular entertainment – the Italian theater form “Commedia dell’Arte”. In turn, we examine how commedia has given rise to modern forms of Western popular entertainment. This course is open to all majors upon approval by the instructor.
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TH 310 - Theatre History 4.00 credits.
A survey of world theatre from its roots in ritual and storytelling up to and including the present day. The course will focus on non-dramatic aspects of the theatre: acting, directing, design, architecture, audience, management, governmental control, and the historical and social contexts of the various periods in which theatre has thrived and which the theatre has reflected. *Prerequisite(s): TH 105 . Alternating spring semesters.
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TH 315 - Advanced Stagecraft 3.00 credits.
The study and application of the more advanced techniques, skills, and methods used in theatrical production. Through in-class instruction and project work, students will be exposed to a variety of construction methods and theatrical effects. This course will focus primarily on prop construction, theatrical rigging, metalwork/welding, and scenery movement. *Prerequisite(s): TH 155 . Alternate spring semesters.
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TH 320 - Directing for the Theatre 4.00 credits.
A focus on the technique and practice of directing for the theatre. Students analyze dramatic literature with respect to historical context, structure and performance conceptualization. Directing methods are explored, as are the use of space, staging, rhythm, tempo and pace. Students put theory into practice by directing a short play at the end of the semester. *Prerequisite(s): TH 105 and TH 165 . Register by Instructor. Alternate fall semesters
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TH 340 - Modern and Contemporary Drama: From Realism to the Present 3.00 credits.
A study in comparative drama and theory of the modern era, from the 19th century beginnings of realism, through expressionism and the theatre of the absurd, and to the eclectic work of the contemporary theatre. *Prerequisite(s): TH 105 . Alternate spring semesters.
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TH 350 - Design and Production Practicum 1.00 credit.
An opportunity for students to earn credit for significant design and production work. Students work on projects ranging from lighting, costume or scenic design to stage management, master electrician or public relations. This course is repeatable for credit.
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TH 355 - Theatrical Design Studio 3.00 credits.
This primary design component addresses the elements of design and composition in the areas of scenery and lighting. Projects in drafting, rendering and model construction afford students opportunity to test theory with practice. Each student completes a final project in one design area. *Prerequisite(s): TH 155 or TH 255 , or permission of the instructor. Alternate fall semesters
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TH 360 - Performance Practicum 1.00 credit.
An opportunity for students to earn credit for significant performance work. Students work under the supervision of a faculty or student director for one of the program’s productions. This course is repeatable for credit.
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TH 370-378 - Special Topics in Theatre Variable credit.
This sequence of courses permits the Department to offer courses that are not part of the regular curriculum. This course is repeatable for credit.
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TH 405 - Senior Project in Theatre 2.00 credits.
The capstone course for the major, the project is intended to be completed in the student’s area of concentration. It can include a realized project in acting, design, direction, playwriting or management; or a project in historical research and writing. Projects must be proposed and accepted the semester before the student’s senior year. *Prerequisite(s): All theatre core course work and 50 percent of concentration course work must be completed. Register by Instructor. Offered as needed
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TH 470-474 - Internship in Theatre Variable (1.00 to 4.00) credit(s).
An internship experience for students in a theatrical setting, for theatre majors or minors, as approved by the theatre faculty. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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TH 480-489 - Independent Study in Theatre Variable credit.
Independent Study in Theatre. *Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Director and Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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TH 490 - Independent Research in Theatre Variable (1.00 to 4.00) credit(s).
An independent research project in theatre under the close supervision of a faculty member. Topics for research are chosen in an area of interest to both persons. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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WGS 105 - SSC Sex and Gender in Society 4.00 credits.
(Social Sciences Core Course)
Serving as an introduction to the fields of gender and women’s studies, this course is designed to help students understand the social construction of gender and its influence on women’s and men’s lives. The course addresses historical perspectives about women and gender, the structure of public and private institutions, and contemporary issues such as discrimination and harassment, health, and violence. Feminist theory and feminist research methods as well as broader social science methods of inquiry will be addressed. Offered every semester.
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WGS 315 - Feminist and Gender Theory 4.00 credits.
An interdisciplinary study of theory and research methods, this course continues students’ investigation of fundamental concepts (e.g., sex, gender, race/ethnicity and class). It also covers the political positions that have defined the American women’s movement, such as individual rights; the appropriations and revisions of major theories by feminist thinkers (e.g. Marxism, psychoanalysis); and the grounding of theories in experiences unique to women, such as motherhood. *Prerequisite(s): WGS 105 and junior or senior standing. Register by Instructor. Offered alternate years.
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WGS 462 - Directed Research Project 2.00 credits.
This required capstone course allows students to design a project integrating previous course work and their own interests in the interdisciplinary field of Women and Gender Studies. Each student produces a major research paper or equivalent project (such as an internship) and is encouraged to present the results publicly. Students take either the two-credit or four-credit version of this course. *Prerequisite(s): WGS 105 , WGS 315 , and two WGS elective courses from different Departments. See the Director of Women and Gender Studies for more information. Register by Instructor. Offered every semester. This course is repeatable for credit.
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WGS 464 - Directed Research Project 4.00 credits.
This required capstone course allows students to design a project integrating previous course work and their own interests in the interdisciplinary field of Women and Gender Studies. Each student produces a major research paper or equivalent project (such as an internship) and is encouraged to present the results publicly. Students take either the two-credit or four-credit version of this course. *Prerequisite(s): WGS 105 , WGS 315 , and two WGS elective courses from different Departments. See the Director of Women and Gender Studies for more information. Register by Instructor. Offered every semester. This course is repeatable for credit.
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