182 THEA 2203. Costume Technology (3) Sp odd 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: THEA 2022. Offered spring semester every odd-numbered year. THEA 2403. Production and Stage Management (3) F 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. THEA 2443. Acting for Musical Theatre (3) F A 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: THEA 2033 and admittance to the Musical Theatre program. THEA 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The department will determine the specific title and credit authorized. THEA 3033. Advanced Acting (3) Sp 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: THEA 2033, and by audition. THEA 3103. Directing I (3) F Theory and practical application of directing approaches. Prerequisites: THEA CA1033, THEA CA1013 and THEA 1713. THEA 3212. Scenic Design (2) Sp even Scenic Design will provide a practical exploration of the methods and materials of scenic design for the theatre. The course includes instruction in visual research, conceptual sketching, rendering, hand and computer aided drafting for theatre, and requires some outside class production contribution. Prerequisite: THEA 2012. Class meets the 2nd block of spring semester every even-numbered year. THEA 3222. Stage Lighting Design (2) Sp odd This course is a practical exploration of the equipment, materials, and processes of stage lighting and stage lighting design. The course includes instruction in mechanical drawing by hand and by computer aided design systems. Production work outside of class is required. Prerequisites: THEA 2012 and THEA 2032. Class meets the 2nd block of spring semester every odd-numbered year. THEA 3232. Scene Painting (2) F Applied training in basic scene painting/scenic artist techniques for theatre. Surface preparation, priming, base painting, blending and scumbling, texture and detailing lessons are applied in producing finished demonstration flats including wall surfaces, wallpaper, bricks, rocks, wood grain and molding, marble, foliage, and copying a selected original. Prerequisites: THEA 2012 and THEA 2032. Class meets the 2nd block of fall semester. THEA 3243. Costume History (3) F A study of fashion from ancient Egypt to the 20th century in relation to stage applications and contemporary fashion. Students will gain a basic understanding of major periods in Western clothing history as well as the interrelationship of clothing and culture and a working ability to research clothing of any culture or era. THEA 3303. History and Literature of Theatre I (3) F A study of theatre and drama from their Pre-Ancient Greek origins through the Renaissance about 1700. The predominantly lecture format course includes significant readings in theatrical practice, historically significant plays, and basics of dramatic criticism. Additional research assignments are required. THEA 3313. History and Literature of Theatre II (3) Sp A study of theatre and drama from about 1700 until the present. The predominantly lecture format course includes significant readings in theatrical practice, historically significant plays, and basics of dramatic criticism. Additional research assignments are required. THEA HU3323. History and Literature of Contemporary Theatre (3) A survey of theatre history and literature that will study theatre from the 20th century and into the present time. Specific attention will be given to the plays and producing organizations of minorities and other underrepresented groups. THEA 3340. Theatre Management (3) Sp even An overview of theatre management techniques that includes all the operating functions such as marketing, promotion, fundraising, accounting and personnel management. A functional business plan for a Theatre is the culminating experience of this course. THEA 3343. History & Literature of Musical Theatre (3) Sp 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: admittance to the Musical Theatre program. THEA 3443. Scene Study for Musical Theatre (3) Sp 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: THEA 2443 and admittance to the Musical Theatre program. THEA 3505. Playwriting (3) This course will be a practical study of dramatic structure and the process of playwriting, including writing assignments with monologues, scenes, and one-act plays. Extensive writing is required. Prerequisites: ENGL EN1010 and ENGL EN2010. THEA 3991. Junior Seminar (1) F A colloquium that draws theatre students from various interests together in a mutual exploration of theatre research, production, and planning for employment opportunities and graduate study. Prerequisite: Theatre major - junior standing. THEA 4002. Special Studies in Theatre (2) Allows for the advanced study of a changing series of pertinent theatre topics. All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. THEA 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. THEA 4002D. Special Studies in Theatre: Auditioning (2) F A practical exploration of professional audition techniques including cold reading, prepared monologues, improvisation and portfolio preparation. Class meets the 2nd block of fall semester. THEA 4002H. Special Studies in Theatre: Contemporary Topics (2) A diversified exploration of pertinent theatre topics. May be repeated for upper division credit. All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. Weber State University 2011 -2012 Catalog