146 management techniques as applied to the performing arts in general. Front of house management and company management will be studied. Theatr 2443. Acting for Musical Theatre (3) Practical study of acting methods unique to the discipline of musical theatre. Emphasis will be placed on the interpretation of modem musical theatre, literature through imagery, action, characterization, and analysis of the score and libretto. Prerequisite: Theatr 2033, Intermediate Acting. Theatr 2503. Playwriting I (3) Practical study of dramatic structure and the process of writing and critiquing monologues and one-act plays. Extensive writing is required. Theatr 2651. Individual Training in Stage Voice (1) Twelve individual lessons on vocal technique for the actor. A list of approved voice instructors is maintained in the department office. Students are responsible for contacting individual instructors to schedule lessons. Theatr 2861. Theatre Practicum (1) Hands on learning through involvement backstage on running crews, through studio work, acting in, or involvement in "front of house" operations for Weber State Theatre productions. May be repeated for credit. Theatr 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific tide and credit authorized will be determined by the department. Theatr 3033. Advanced Acting (3) Introduces students to the techniques required to perform in various styles encountered in contemporary theatre, from Greek tragedy to the most modern forms. Includes two arranged studio hours per week. Prerequisite: Theatr 2033, Intermediate Acting. Theatr 3103. Directing I (3) Theory and practical application of directing approaches. Prerequisites: Theatr CA1033, Theatr 1053, and Theatr 1203. Theatr 3243. Costume History (3) A study of historic costume in relation to stage applications and contemporary fashion. Theatr 3303. History and Literature of Theatre I (3) A study of theatre and drama from their origins until the Restoration. Prerequisite: Theatr 1053. Theatr 3313. History and Literature of Theatre II (3) A study of theatre and drama from the beginnings of modern theatre until the present. Prerequisite: Theatr 1053. Theatr 3340. Theatre Management (2) An overview of theatre management techniques which includes all the operating functions such as marketing, promotion, fundraising, accounting and personnel management. A functional business plan for a theater is the culminating experience of this course. Theatr 3343. History and Literature of Musical Theatre (3) A study of musical theatre from the origins of Opera through contemporary musical theatre. Cultural connections are emphasized through examination of book, score and performance. Prerequisite: Theatr 1053 Theatr 3443. Scene Study for Musical Theatre (3) Advanced study of acting methods unique to the discipline of musical theatre. Emphasis will be placed on the interrelationship of characters through the use of dusts, group scenes, and production numbers. Selected composer and lyricists will also be addressed. Prerequisite: Theatr 2443, Acting for Musical Theatre. Theatr 3991. Junior Seminar (1) A colloquium which draws theatre students from various interests together in a mutual exploration of theatre research, production, and planning for employment opportunities and graduate study. Prerequisites: Theatr CA1033, Theatr 1053, and Theatr 1203. Theatr 4002. Special Studies in Theatre (2) Allows for the advanced study of a changing series of pertinent theatre topics (see Theatre 2002). All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. Theatr 4002F. Special Studies in Theatre: Dramaturgy (2) Application of history and research to the conceptual development and production of plays. All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. Theatr 4103. Directing II (3) Advanced theory and application of directing approaches. Prerequisite: Theatr 3103, Directing I. Theatr 4143. Directing and Choreographing for Musical Theatre (3) Theory and practical application of directing and choreographing approaches as they pertain to Musical Theatre. Prerequisite: Directing I (Theatr 3103). Theatr 4203. Costume Design (3) A practical application of the techniques of visual communication used to create costume renderings for dramatic scripts. Recommended prerequisite: Theatr 3243, Costume History. Theatr 4213. Scenic and Lighting Design (3) A practical exploration of how a scenic designer creates an environment for dramatic action through scenery, properties, and the use of stage lighting. Prerequisite: Theatr 1203, Technical Theatre Foundations. Theatr 4503. Playwriting II (3) Practical study of the plot, character and idea necessary for the writing of full-length plays. Extensive writing is required. Prerequisites: Theatr 2503, Playwriting I. Theatr 4603. Creative Drama (3) Theories and practices incorporating the techniques of creative drama into the elementary school curriculum. Especially recommended to students of elementary education, recreation, and social services. Theatr 4651. Individual Training in Stage Voice (1) Twelve individual lessons on vocal technique for the actor. A list of approved voice instructors is maintained in the department office. Students are responsible for contacting individual instructors to schedule lessons. Theatr 4713. Teaching Theatre in the Secondary School (3) Application of pedagogy to teaching theatre arts in secondary schools. Requires field experiences supervised by Theatre Arts Faculty. Prerequisites: Engl EN2010, Theatr CA1033, Theatr 1053, and Theatr 1203. Theatr 4830. Directed Readings (1-3) Advanced level, Independent study under the direction of faculty member. Theatr 4861. Theatre Practicum (1) Weber State Univ 2003-2004 CATALOG E R S I T Y