298 Telitha E. Lindquist College of Arts & Humanities THEA 3313 - History and Literature of Theatre II Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] 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 3323 HU - History and Literature of Contemporary Theatre Credits: (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 Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] even years 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 Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] even years 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 3350 - Marketing and Communication for the Arts Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] odd years This class explores the dynamics of marketing and communication across dance, music, and theatre. The emphasis is on practical application of course content to enhance students' future roles in a variety of arts related THEA 3443 - Scene Study for Musical Theatre Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] 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 3500 - Sound Design Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] even years This class is an introduction to the art and craft of sound design for live theatre productions. This course covers a practical application of the tools and processes essential to conceptualizing and implementing the content of a sound design as well as the sound system for delivery of that content. Prerequisite: THEA2580 - Computer Software for the Theatre. THEA 3505 - Playwriting Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] 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. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 and ENGL 2010. THEA 3991 - Junior Seminar Credits: (l) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] 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 Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Allows for the advanced study of a changing series of pertinent theatre topics. All Special Studies in Theatre courses are half-semester. The maximum time a student can repeat this class for credit is four times. THEA 4002C - Special Studies in Theatre: Stage Combat Credits: (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 Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [2nd Blk] A practical exploration of professional audition techniques including cold reading, prepared monologues, improvisation and portfolio preparation. Class meets the 2nd block of fall semester. Weber State University 2015-2016 Catalog