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Show Theatre Arts 1. Theatre Arts courses required (23 credit hours): Theatre Arts 103 (3), 111 (5), 116 (3), 216 (3), 217 (3), 241 (3), 411 (3). 2. Theatre Arts courses to elect from (7 credit hours): Theatre Arts 101 (2), 116 (3), 212 (3), 213 (3), 241 (3), 301 (4), 302 (4), 311 (2), 312 (3), 313 (3), 314 (3), 341 (3), 343 (3),-351 (5), 354 (3), 325 (2), 412 (3), 415 (3), 420 (3), 421 (3), 471 (3), 483 (1-3), 487 (1-3), 488 (1-3), 489 (1-2), 499 (2). C. Theatre Arts Teaching minor 1. Theatre Arts courses required (32 credit hours): Theatre Arts 103 (3), 111 (5), 112 (3), 116 (3), 211 (3), 216 (3), 217 (3), 241 (3), 411 (3), 471 (3). THEATRE ARTS COURSES Students need to have completed English 103 prior to enrolling in upper division courses. HU101. Survey of Theatre (3) Critical appreciation of live theatre for the general student. HU102. Survey of Cinema (3) A survey of the techniques, aesthetics, and social implications of the cinema. HU103. Basic Acting (3) For the general student interested in learning the basic skills of performance. 106. • Theatre Dance (1-2) Essentials of dance as it relates to theatrical production. HU111. Theatre Orientation (5) For students with an above-average interest in learning about theatre as a profession. A general introduction to all aspects of theatre including terminology, practices, and procedures. 112. Physical Technique for the Stage (3) For students with more than an ordinary interest in actor training. Preparation of the actor's body to meet the demands of professional acting. 116. Introduction to Stagecraft (3) Introduction to preparation and construction of stage scenery and properties. Recommended prerequisite: Theatre Arts 111. 144. Lyric Theatre (1-2) Study of traditional and contemporary operatic literature through rehearsal and performance of complete operas and musical comedies. Membership by consent of infractor. (May be repeated for credit.) Also listed under Music 144. 211. Vocal Techniques for the Stage (3) An introductory course to train the beginning student in the use of the voice for the theatre. 212. Scene and Character Analysis (3) Detailed study of dramatic structure from the play to the motivational unit and detailed analysis of a character in relationship to the play and other characters. 213. Scene and Character Development (3) Application and exploration of principles introduced in Theatre Arts 212 in performance of scenes from dramatic literature. 216. Introduction to Costume and Make-up (3) Fundamentals of costume and make-up techniques. 217. Advanced Stagecraft (3) Advanced study in the preparation of scenery and props. 241. Design and Graphics for the Theatre (3) Introduces the beginning designer to techniques, methods and materials used by theatre designers. 286. Theatre Practicum (1-2) Practical experience in theatre production. Students registering are required to make advance application to a faculty member before credit will be approved. May be repeated for a maximum of 10 hours combined upper and lower division credit. 291. Theatre Forum (1) Students interested in theatre as an art will meet regularly to hear guest speakers, participate in critiques of current Weber State theatre productions, and participate in special activities such as student productions, out-of- town theatre parties, etc. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. 293. Theatre Laboratory (2) Experimental Theatre activities not geared for public presentation. May be repeated for a total of 10 hours of combined lower and upper division credit. 301. Theatre History (4) History of the theatre from its beginnings to the 1800's. 302. Theatre History (4) History of the theatre from the 1800's to present. 311. Stage Combat (2) For students with more than an ordinary interest in actor training. This course prepares students mentally and physically to engage in and to direct combat scenes for the stage. 312. Acting Styles and Systems (3) Exploration of history and techniques of various "schools" or "methods" of acting. 313. Advanced Acting (3) Concentration on use of varied dramatic form, style, and period. 314. Audition Preparation (3) Information and skills necessary for preparation of a professional audition. Students required to prepare works for presentation. 325. Stage Make-up (2) Theory, application, and practical experience of advanced make-up techniques and design for specific shows. 335. Plays as Literature (3) Beginnings to 1700. 336. Plays as Literature (3) 1700-1850. HU337. Plays as Literature (3) 1850-Present. 339. Lyric Theatre Production Techniques (3) A detailed study of musical theatre, and the practical application of skills, techniques, and materials necessary for production in secondary schools. Also listed under MU339. 341. Scene Design (3) Introduction to the art and practice of scenic design including design process, its techniques and their application. Theatre Arts 343. Stage Lighting (3) A general introduction. 344. Lyric Theatre (1-2) Study of traditional and contemporary operatic literature through rehearsal and performance of complete operas and musical comedies. Membership by consent of instructor. (May be repeated for credit.) Also listed under Music 344. 351. Costume History (5) A survey of the history of fashion for the stage from primitive times to the present. Recommended to be taken before Theatre Arts 354. 354. Costume Design (3) Introduction to techniques, theories and media of costume design, through graduated assignments and practical application. 411,412. Stage Direction (3-3) Theory and practical application of directing techniques for the stage. Students are required to direct at least one short play. 415. Theatre Management (3) Principles and practices of theatre management. Students are required to become involved in some aspect of the management of Weber State Theatre. HU420. Creative Dramatics (3) Theories and practices of creative drama related to classroom and playground. Especially recommended for students of recreation, secondary and elementary education. 421. Advanced Creative Dramatics (3) Creative Dramatics applied to playground and classroom. Laboratory experience with groups typical of playground, secondary and elementary classroom. One 1-hour lecture and two 2-hour labs per week. 471. Teaching Theatre in Secondary Schools (3) Prerequisite: Admission to theatre teaching program. 483. Directed Reading (1-3) 486. Theatre Practicum (1-3) Same as 286 but for upper division credit. 487. Individual Design Projects (1-3) Supervised scene or costume design projects on an advanced level. May be repeated for a maximum of five hours. Must be approved by department coordinator. 488. Individual Performance Projects (1-3) Supervised performance or directing projects on an advanced level. May be repeated for a maximum of five hours. Must be approved by department coordinator. 4& \ tt": Jj Recort s —JlagistrarL 1 Composite! Interdeptr Jprtgrams n, i ! ^Sijtejrcer 180 181 1 business $ Ecmunnjci .. »a m bm m CuuLdllUil MFSffjriir! Sciences t-^-p Social MSiiencESL ~4~ T Teehflolof^ i -€ojrtinuitM|- Education ~ |
