282 Telitha E. Lindquist College of Arts and Humanities THEA 1043 CA - Introduction to American Musical Theatre Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] 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. Note: Musical Theatre majors are strongly encouraged to enroll in this class fall semester. THEA 1051 - Freshman (New Student) Seminar Credits: (l) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] 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. THEA 1053 CA - Introduction to Technical Production Credits: (3) An introduction to the production components of live theatre in which students will develop an awareness of technical aspects including scenery, lighting, costume, properties and sound. Students are expected to attend theatre performances outside of regularly scheduled class time. This course is recommended for non-theatre majors and minors. THEA 1223 - Stage Makeup Credits: (2) Typically taught: Spring [lst Blk] A practical investigation of stage makeup techniques and skills of design and application. Class meets the 1st block of spring semester. A lab fee is required for this class. THEA 1713 - Script Analysis Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] An introductory course focusing on plot, character, language, and thematic analysis of varied historical and modern performance texts in the context of contemporary staging practice. This course teaches play analysis from a practical perspective. For students who intend to perform, direct, and design within the collaborative production process. Co- Requisite: (Recommended) THEA 1033. THEA 2012 - Stage Scenery Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [lst Blk] Introduction to stage scenery: lecture/demonstration of basic materials, shop and stage equipment, construction principles, and elementary technical drawing and design procedures. Class meets the 1st block of fall semester. THEA 2022 - Stage Costume Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [lst Blk] Introduction to stage costume: lecture/demonstration of basic materials, fabrics, costume construction methods, elementary design principles, costume history, research and procedures for theatrical costumes. Class meets the 1st block of fall semester. THEA 2032 - Stage Lighting Credits: (2) Typically taught: Spring [lst Blk] Lecture/demonstration of principles and practical use of electricity, lighting equipment, control systems, elementary technical drawing, and lighting design practice as applied to the stage. Class meets the 1st block of spring semester. THEA 2033 - Acting II Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Applies the principles learned in Acting I on a more intense level. Includes two arranged acting studio hours per week. Prerequisite: THEA 1030 , THEA 1033 , and by audition. THEA 2203 - Costume Technology Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] odd years 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. Prerequisite: (Recommended) THEA 2022 . Offered spring semester every odd-numbered year. THEA 2403 - Production and Stage Management Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] 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. Weber State University 2013-2014 Catalog