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2018-19 College of Liberal Arts [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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THE 337 - Voice III-Dialects
Covers the process of speech mechanics associated with patterns of speech other than Standard American. Requires knowledge of the International Phonetic Alphabet and Standard American Speech. Prerequisite(s): THE 136 or instructor consent.
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THE 340 - Rollins Improv Players Laboratory
An improvisatory laboratory for students interested in exploring the boundaries of spontaneous and service-centered performance. Prerequisite(s): audition and instructor consent. Graded on a credit/no-credit (CR/NC) basis. May be repeated for credit.
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THE 341 - History of the Theatre I
Surveys major periods beginning with classical Greek, focusing on theatre architecture, styles of production, key personalities, and relationship of dramatic literature to production styles. Suitable for non-majors.
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THE 342 - History of the Theatre II
Surveys major periods beginning with classical Greek, focusing on theatre architecture, styles of production, key personalities, and relationship of dramatic literature to production styles. Suitable for non-majors.
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THE 343 - Dramatic Theory and Criticism
Surveys important trends in performance theory and criticism from the pre-Socratic and Plato, to postmodernism and queer theory. Examines the ways in which the art of representation has been viewed, pursued, and misconstrued. Prerequisite(s): THE 210 or instructor consent.
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THE 344 - Introduction to Theatre Administration
Examines the business of theatre exists in its many forms, from for-profit producing entities to the lone arts entrepreneur. Explores administrative careers available within theatre organizations, practical skills necessary to succeed, and current trends affecting arts administrators. Throughout, the course deploys the tools of theatre to develop leadership and communication competencies.
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THE 350 - Topics in Theatre
Explores practitioners, theorists, and historians in the field of theatre and dance. Second Stage series is the capstone of the course – student directed, designed, and performed productions in the Fred Stone Theatre.
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THE 355 - Acting for Musical Theatre II
Continued investigation into textual/lyric analysis and history, and context of different writing styles (including classical aria, 19th-century patter song, American standard, and Broadway and West End musical). Emphasis on musical theatre theory and terminology, text and sub-textual characterization, and the audition process. Prerequisite(s): THE 255 or instructor consent.
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THE 360 - Forbidden Acts: The Queer Aesthetic in 20th Century Theatre & Film
Introduces students to aesthetics and theories through an examination of plays and films made by contemporary queer artists. Course develops students’ abilities to read, view, and write about dramatic literature and film, as well as scholarly articles through a Queer Theoretical lens. Culminates in a performance piece that is conceived or adapted, rehearsed, and produced as a response to the material presented.
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THE 370 - Rollins Improv Institute: Level III
Level Two of the Rollins Improv Institute is designed for students with improvisational theatre experience who are looking to expand their toolkit and pursue more nuanced scene work. Incorporating the teachings of Spolin, Johnstone, and Boal, alongside the signature Rollins style, this course pushes the boundaries of improvisational performance. Prerequisite(s): THE 270 or equivalent experience Summer course.
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THE 391 - Second Stage: Production
Departmental laboratory for student directors, designers, stage managers, and performers. Provides hands-on experience in all areas related to the production of a play. Prerequisite(s): Instructor instructor consent
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THE 392 - Second Stage: Production
Departmental laboratory for student directors, designers, stage managers, and performers. Provides hands-on experience in all areas related to the production of a play. Prerequisite(s): Instructor instructor consent
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THE 393 - Second Stage: Production
Departmental laboratory for student directors, designers, stage managers, and performers. Provides hands-on experience in all areas related to the production of a play. Prerequisite(s): Instructor instructor consent
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THE 398-399, 498-499 - Senior Project/Research/Internship/Tutorial
Offers four types of individual study:
- Senior Project – Focuses on independent production project in acting, directing, design/technical theatre, or management. A comprehensive examination is given in the spring term of the senior year. Prerequisites: senior standing and theatre major.
- Research Project – Involves independent research in theatre history, criticism, literature, design, playwriting, acting, or directing. Culminates in major research paper. Prerequisites: junior standing and theatre major
- Internship – Places student with professional performing arts organization for one semester. Host or faculty advisor monitors student’s work. Prerequisites: junior/senior standing, theatre major, and approval by career services and department in semester prior to enrollment.
- Tutorial – Involves intensive research, writing, or production with instructor. May not duplicate regular course offering. Meets weekly and requires presentation and exam. Prerequisite: sophomore standing or consent.
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THE 418 - Theatre Production – Technical
Provides practical experience in technical/design work on major productions at Annie Russell Theatre. Assigns students to crews: scenic construction, props, painting, stage management, lights, sound, costumes, and make-up. Requires minimum 10 hours per week and attendance at weekly production meetings. Note: Majors must work in each of the following four areas: painting/props, stage management/lighting/sound, costumes/make-up, and scenic construction.
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THE 419 - Theatre Production – Technical
Provides practical experience in technical/design work on major productions at Annie Russell Theatre. Assigns students to crews: scenic construction, props, painting, stage management, lights, sound, costumes, and make-up. Requires minimum 10 hours per week and attendance at weekly production meetings. Note: Majors must work in each of the following four areas: painting/props, stage management/lighting/sound, costumes/make-up, and scenic construction.
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THE 420 - Theatre Production – Technical
Provides practical experience in technical/design work on major productions at Annie Russell Theatre. Assigns students to crews: scenic construction, props, painting, stage management, lights, sound, costumes, and make-up. Requires minimum 10 hours per week and attendance at weekly production meetings. Note: Majors must work in each of the following four areas: painting/props, stage management/lighting/sound, costumes/make-up, and scenic construction.
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THE 421 - Theatre Production – Technical
Provides practical experience in technical/design work on major productions at Annie Russell Theatre. Assigns students to crews: scenic construction, props, painting, stage management, lights, sound, costumes, and make-up. Requires minimum 10 hours per week and attendance at weekly production meetings. Note: Majors must work in each of the following four areas: painting/props, stage management/lighting/sound, costumes/make-up, and scenic construction.
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THE 422 - Theatre Production Performance A/B, C/D
Offers practical rehearsal/performance experience for major production at Annie Russell Theatre. Requires journal and final character analysis. Prerequisite(s): Instructor instructor consent
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THE 423 - Theatre Production Performance A/B, C/D
Offers practical rehearsal/performance experience for major production at Annie Russell Theatre. Requires journal and final character analysis. Prerequisite(s): Instructor instructor consent
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THE 424 - Theatre Production Performance A/B, C/D
Offers practical rehearsal/performance experience for major production at Annie Russell Theatre. Requires journal and final character analysis. Prerequisite(s): Instructor instructor consent
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THE 425 - Theatre Production Performance A/B, C/D
Offers practical rehearsal/performance experience for major production at Annie Russell Theatre. Requires journal and final character analysis. Prerequisite(s): Instructor instructor consent
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THE 433 - Directing II: Advanced
Focuses on artistic collaboration, historical research, themes, and directorial vision. Emphasizes preparation and presentation of period scenes: Greek/Roman, Shakespearean, absurdist, and postmodern. Culminates in presentation of scenes for public viewing. Prerequisite(s): THE 333 .
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THE 440 - Senior Studio Workshop
Prepares students for postgraduate study by developing auditions and portfolios. Culminates in public presentations. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or instructor consent. May be repeated for credit.
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THE 480 - Theatre Capstone
Serves as the culminating project, performance, or document for theatre majors in the acting, musical theatre, directing, theatre studies, or dramaturgy concentrations. With approval and guidance from faculty, students may elect to complete their capstone experience as a portfolio, performance, or critical/historical document.
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THE 481 - Design/Technical Theatre Capstone
Focuses on designing and developing an aesthetically pleasing portfolio that incorporates a capstone and demonstrates the student’s capabilities and achievements for presentation at graduate school and professional interviews. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or instructor consent.
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