Theatr CA1043. Introduction to American Musical Theatre (3) An introduction to American Musical Theatre, it's history and creative elements. Students will develop critical awareness of the differences between traditional and musical theatre by becoming actively involved in reading, observing, and analyzing musical theatre. Theatr 1053. Introduction to Theatre for Majors (3) Introduces the student to various aspects of the theatre: contemporary dramatic literature, script analysis, production aspects and research techniques. Also includes an introduction to college studies and to the Department of Performing Arts. Theatr HUl 115. Humanities on the Internet: Culture, Content and Access (3) An introductory course integrating Humanities content with technology and information skills. Students will learn to use the Internet to understand, access and critically evaluate art, literature, music, and other Humanities topics and information. Strong emphasis will be placed on active learning including student writing, group discussion, and oral presentations. Students will complete a research project on a Humanities topic and publish it on the World Wide Web. Students are expected to attend exhibits and performances outside of regularly scheduled class time. Cross listed in Art, Comm, Engl, ForLng, & LibSci. Theatr 1203. Technical Theatre Foundations (3) Allied with Theatre Arts works in progress this course explores production efforts toward mounting Weber State productions from concept to performance. Hands on experience is emphasized in this exploration of creative development. Includes the theory and practice of building scenery and costuming, executing a lighting plot, and stage rigging. Two arranged studio hours per week are required. Theatr 1911. Performing Arts Forum (1) Discussion oriented course providing a forum for issues faced by students in the Department of Performing Arts. Students meet regularly and alternate the focus between the disciplines of dance, music, and theatre arts. Theatr 2002A/4002A. Special Studies in Theatre: Stage Movement (2) An exploration of specialized stage movement topics and period styles. May be repeated for upper division credit. All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. Theatr 2002B. Special Studies in Theatre: Stage Makeup (2) A practical exploration of basic stage makeup techniques and skills of design and application. All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. Theatr 2002C/4002C Special Studies in Theatre: Stage Combat (2) Physical training in the art and craft of stage combat. Emphasis is on safe application of technique to choreograph stage fights. All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. Theatr 2002D/4002D. Special Studies in Theatre: Auditioning (2) A practical exploration of professional audition techniques including cold reading, prepared monologues, improvisation and portfolio preparation. May be repeated for upper division credit. All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. Theatr 2002E/4002E. Special Studies in Theatre: Tap Dance (2) Special training in tap dance skills and techniques. May be repeated for upper division credit. All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. Theatr 2002G/4002G. Special Studies in Theatre: Mask Design and Construction (2) An introduction to a variety of methods and materials for the design and construction of masks. All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. Theatr 2002H/4002H. Special Studies in Theatre: Contemporary Topics (2) Diversified exploration of pertinent theatre topics. May be repeated for upper division credit. All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. Theatr 2033. Intermediate Acting (3) Applies the principles learned in Introduction to Acting on a more intense level. Includes two arranged acting studio hours per week. Prerequisite: Theatr CA1033, Introduction to Acting. Theatr 2053. Elements of Design (3) During the first part of the semester, students will explore basic design principles involved with theatre costume and scenery. During the second part of the semester, the class will split into two groups to allow focus on applied costume and scenic design in a hands on format. Two studio hours per week are required. Prerequisite: Theatr 1203, Technical Theatre Foundations. Theatr 2203. Costume Construction (3) A practical exploration of the research and construction techniques used to create contemporary and historic costumes for the stage. A lab fee is required for this class. Recommended prerequisite: Theatr 1203, Technical Theatre Foundations Theatr 2213. 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. Theatr 2403. Production and Stage Management (3) A practical study of stage management techniques necessary for efficient theatre production. A conceptual overview of the rehearsal and performance process will be stressed, including an overview of 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 modern 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. Weber State University 2004 - 2005 Catalog