152 • Bachelor of Arts/Science in Theatre, Acting/Directing Emphasis • Bachelor of Arts/Science in Theatre, Design/Technical Theatre Emphasis • Bachelor of Arts/Science in Theatre, Teaching Emphasis • Bachelor of Arts/Science in Musical Theatre In addition, complete a thesis project. Theatre Arts MINOR » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in courses used toward the minor. » Credit Hour Requirements: A minimum of 18 credit hours in Theatre Arts classes. Course Requirements for Minor Theatre Courses Required (18 credit hours) THEA CA1033 Introduction to Acting (3) THEA 1052 Introduction to Dramatic Literature (3) THEA 3103 Directing I (3) Select two of the following technical theatre classes THEA 1223 Stage Makeup (2) THEA 2012 Stage Scenery (2) THEA 2022 Stage Costume (2) THEA 2032 Stage Lighting (2) Select one of the following theatre history classes THEA 3303 History & Literature of Theatre I (3) THEA 3313 History & Literature of Theatre II (3) THEA HU3323 History & Literature of Contemporary Theatre (3) Select one of the following options Any upper division 3 credit hour Theatre Arts course Any upper division 2 credit hour Theatre Arts course plus any 1 credit hour Theatre Practicum Theatre Arts teaching minor » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in courses used toward the minor. » Credit Hour Requirements: A minimum of 21 credit hours in Theatre Arts classes. Students who select the Theatre Arts Teaching Minor must satisfy the Teacher Education admission and licensure requirements (see Teacher Education Department in this catalog). Course Requirements for Teaching Minor Required Courses (21 credit hours) THEACA1033 Acting I (3) THEA 1052 Introduction to Dramatic Literature (2) THEA 3103 Directing I (3) THEA 4713 Teaching Theatre in Secondary School (3) Select two of the following technical theatre classes THEA 1223 Stage Makeup (2) THEA 2012 Stage Scenery (2) THEA 2022 Stage Costume (2) THEA 2032 Stage Lighting (2) Select one of the following theatre history classes THEA 3303 History & Literature of Theatre I (3) THEA 3313 History & Literature of Theatre II (3) THEA HU3323 History & Literature of Contemporary Theatre (3) Select one of the following options Any upper division 3 credit hour Theatre Arts course Any upper division 2 credit hour Theatre Arts course plus any 1 credit hour Theatre Practicum THEATRE ARTS COURSES - THEA THEA CA1013. Introduction to Theatre/ Survey of Theatre (3) F, S An introduction to live theatre and drama and the creative heritage of theatre. Students will develop critical awareness of dramatic theory and performance practice through reading and evaluating historical and contemporary drama, and through applied creative activities. Students are expected to attend theatre performances outside of regularly scheduled class time. THEA CA1023. Introduction to Film (3) F, S Examination and analysis of film and film techniques. Students will develop critical awareness of film as an artistic, social, and cultural phenomenon. Students may be required to attend film screenings outside of the regularly scheduled class times. A lab fee is required for this class. THEA 1030. Voice and Movement for the Actor (3) F Natural resources of the human voice and body are studied as artistic resources for the performing artist. The course is designed to examine both the process and products of vocal and physical dynamics. The goal of this course is to integrate vocal and physical skills into the working process of the actor. Prerequisite: THEA CA1033. (Theatre majors only). THEA CA1033. Acting I (3) Su, F, S An overview of dramatic creativity that uses the human body, intellect and spirit to explore, interpret and present dramatic scripts. Course includes fundamentals of acting and stage comportment. NOTE: Theatre majors are strongly encouraged to enroll in the "majors only section" offered Spring semester and concurrently enroll in THEA 1713. THEA CA1043. Introduction to American Musical Theatre (3) F, S An introduction to American Musical Theatre, its 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. THEA 1051. Freshman Seminar (1) F An introduction to the Theatre Arts Area devoted to the needs of incoming majors, including faculty and staff introductions and theatrical personnel responsibilities, audition notices and practices, production and Practicum assignments, and opportunities available within the facility. Includes detailed academic advice for majors and minors, and practical methods of library research for theatre topics at WSU. Will instruct students in professional job market opportunities, as well as resume and portfolio preparation and presentation. Meets for the first 5 weeks of the semester; may be taken with THEA 1052. THEA 1052. Introduction to Dramatic Literature (2) F An introduction to the language of dramatic literature, structure, and criticism. Introduces concepts of form and styles of drama with reading from significant periods of historical drama, as well as modern and contemporary examples. This is a leveling course for further study of dramatic analysis. Course meets weeks 6 through end of semester (10 weeks). Prerequisite/Co-requisite: THEA 1051. Weber State University 2007 - 2008 Catalog