140 Advisement Students should meet annually with a faculty advisor for course and program advisement. Call 801-626-6432 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Courses taken in focus areas must be approved by advisor. Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (refer to page 18). There are no special admission or application requirements for this program. General Education Refer to pages 35-40 of this catalog for Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts requirements. The following general education courses are required for the Theatre Major (B.A./B.S.) degree: a) English HU3500, Studies in Shakespeare, and b) one of the following: Art CA1090, Art and Architecture of the World: Paleolithic to AD 1000 or Art CA1100, Art and Architecture of the World: AD 1000 to Present. Theatre Course Requirements for B.S. or B.A. Degree Theatre Courses Required (29 credit hours) All theatre students must complete 29 credit hours earned from the major core theatre courses listed below. Theatr CA1033 Intro to Acting (3) Theatr 1053 Intro to Theatre for Majors (3) Theatr 1203 Technical Theatre Foundations (3) Theatr 2053 Elements of Design (3) Theatr 2403 Production & Stage Management (3) Theatr 2861 Practicum (two required) (2) Theatr 3103 Directing I (3) Theatr 3303 History St Literature of Theatre I (3) Theatr 3313 History St Literature of Theatre II (3) Theatr 3991 Junior Seminar (1) Theatr 4861 Practicum (two required) (2) Focus Area Requirements (minimum 9 credit hours) In addition to the 29 hour core, students must complete at least 9 units of study in an approved focus area. Some examples are shown below. A faculty advisor must approve student focus programs and courses. FOCUS AREAS AND SAMPLE PROGRAMS Acting Theatr 2033 Theatr 3033 Theatr 2002 Theatr 4002 Intermediate Acting (3) Advanced Acting (3) Special Studies in Theatre (2) Special Studies in Theatre (2) Teaching Theatr 2033 Theatr 2213 Theatr 4002 Theatr 4713 Intermediate Acting (3) Scene St Lighting Design (3) Special Studies in Theatre (2) Teaching in Secondary Schools (3) Students completing the B.A./B.S. Theatre Teaching focus area must complete the 11 credit hours in the Teaching Focus Area (above) AND must also satisfy the Teacher Education admission and certification requirements (see Teacher Education Department in this catalog). Technical (Costume) Theatr 2203 Costume Construction (3) Theatr 3243 Costume History (3) Theatr 4002 Special Studies in Theatre (2) Theatr 4203 Costume Design (3) Technical (Scenic Design) Theatr 2002 Special Studies (2) Theatr 2213 Scene St Lighting Design (3) Theatr 4213 Scene & Lighting Design (3) Theatr 4002 Special Studies in Theatre (2) Directing Theatr 2002 Theatr 4002 Theatr 4103 Theatr 4213 Management Theatr 2002 Theatr 2403 Theatr 3340 Theatr 4002 Theatr 4890 Playwriting Theatr 2503 Theatr 4503 One creative Special Studies in Theatre (2) Special Studies in Theatre (2) Advanced Directing (3) Scene St Lighting Design (3) Special Studies in Theatre (2) Production & Stage Management (3) Theatre Management (2) Special Studies in Theatre (2) Coop Work Experience/Internship (3) Playwriting I (3) Playwriting II (3) writing class in English department (3) Theatre Arts » 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 Required Courses (15 credit hours) Theatr CA1033 Intro to Acting (3) Theatr 1053 Intro to Theatre for Majors (3) Theatr 1203 Technical Theatre Foundations (3) Theatr 2053 Elements of Design (3) Theatr 3103 Directing I (3) Elective Course (3 credit hours) Select one of the following Theatr 3303 History Sc Literature of Theatre I (3) Theatr 3313 History St Literature of Theatre II (3) Theatre Arts » 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 certification requirements (see Teacher Education Department in this catalog). Course Requirements for Teaching Minor Required Courses (18 credit hours) Theatr CA1033 Introduction to Acting (3) Theatr 1053 Introduction to Theatre for Majors (3) Theatr 1203 Technical Theatre Foundations (3) Theatr 2053 Elements of Design (3) Theatr 3103 Directing I (3) Theatr 4713 Teaching Theatre (3 Elective Course (3 credit hours) Select one of the following Theatr 3303 History St Literature of Theatre I (3) Theatr 3313 History St Literature of Theatre II (3) THEATRE ARTS COURSES - Theatr CA1013. Introduction to Theatre (3) 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. Theatr CA1023. Introduction to Film Studies (3) 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. Theatr CA1033. Introduction to Acting (3) 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 Fall semester. 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 HUH 15. 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. 141 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: Theatrl203, 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. 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