DANC 1110 Beginning Tap |
DANC 2125 Special Topics in Dance |
DANC 1113 Topics in Dance I |
DANC 2141 Intermediate Ballet I |
DANC 1141 Beginning Ballet |
DANC 2142 Intermediate Ballet II |
DANC 1142 Intermediate Ballet |
DANC 2145 Beginning Modern Dance |
DANC 2111 Intermediate Tap |
DANC 2146 Intermediate Modern Dance |
DANC 2123 Topics in Dance II |
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| THAR 1311 Acting for Non-Majors |
THAR 3330 Performance II |
| THAR 1330 Theater Skills I: Stagecraft and
Lighting |
THAR 3333 Musical Theater |
| THAR 1331 Theater Skills II: Costume and
Makeup |
THAR 3334 Arts Administration I |
| THAR 1351 Performance IA |
THAR3335 Arts Administration II |
| THAR 1352 Performance IB |
THAR 3136, 3236, 3336 Topics in Theater |
| THAR 2128 Theater Practicum I |
THAR 3337 Directing |
| THAR 2130 Theater Practicum II |
THAR 3338 Performance III |
| THAR 2310 Design for Theater, Film and Television |
THAR 3339 Summer Stock |
THAR 2329 Body Awareness, Breath and Yoga |
THAR 3340 Stage Management |
| THAR 2361 Theater History I |
THAR 4154 Theater Practicum IV |
| THAR 2362 Theater History II |
THAR 4301 Portfolio Development and Rendering |
| THAR 3153 Theatre Practicum III |
THAR 4341 Performance IV |
| THAR 3307 Voice for Performance |
THAR 4342 Scenic Projects |
| THAR 3308 Applied Voice for Performance |
THAR 4343 Lighting Projects |
| THAR 3323 Stage Lighting |
THAR 4344 Costume Projects |
| THAR 3324 Scene Design |
THAR 4145, 4245, 4345 Special Projects |
| THAR 3325 Costume Design |
THAR 4346 Makeup Projects |
| THAR3326 Makeup Design |
THAR 4350 Internship |
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| DANCE (DANC) |
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| 1110 Beginning Tap |
| Study and practice of beginning level tap. This course may be repeated for credit as the course material varies. 1 hour. |
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1113 Topics in Dance I |
Study and practice of beginning level ballet, modern and jazz dance. This course may be repeated for credit as the course material varies. 1 hour. |
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| 1141 Beginning Ballet |
| Basic ballet technique: to strengthen and stretch and to introduce the beginning student to the fundamentals of ballet as a discipline and art form. May be repeated for credit with instructor’s consent. 1 hour. |
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| 1142 Intermediate Ballet |
| Study and practice of intermediate level ballet technique. May be repeated for credit as the course material varies. Prerequisite: DANC 1141 or permission of instructor. 1 hour. |
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| 2111 Intermediate Tap |
| Study and practice of intermediate level tap. This course may be repeated for credit as the course material varies. Prerequisite: DANC 1110 or permission of instructor. 1 hour. |
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| 2123 Topics in Dance II |
| Second level of the dance form offered in DANC 1113. Prerequisite: DANC 1113 or permission of instructor. 1 hour. |
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| 2125 Special Topics in Dance |
| Independent research of a topic in the field of dance. Prerequisite: One dance course at St. Edward’s, or instructor’s consent. 1 hour. |
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| 2141 Intermediate Ballet I |
| Third level of ballet technique. May be repeated for credit with instructor’s consent. Prerequisites: DANC 1141, 1142, and/or instructor’s consent. 1 hour. |
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| 2142 Intermediate Ballet II |
| Fourth level of ballet technique. Pointe work for qualified dancers and special men’s work. May be repeated for credit with instructor’s consent. Prerequisite: By audition. 1 hour. |
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| 2145 Beginning Modern Dance |
| Study and practice of beginning level modern dance with an emphasis on proper alignment, strength, flexibility and creative expression. This course may be repeated for credit as the course material varies. 1 hour. |
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| 2146 Intermediate Modern Dance |
| Study and practice of intermediate level modern dance with an emphasis on proper alignment, strength, flexibility and creative expression. This course may be repeated for credit as the course material varies. Prerequisite: DANC 2145 or permission of instructor. 1 hour. |
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THEATER ARTS (THAR) |
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| 1311 Acting for Non-Majors |
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| An exploration of the nature of the theater.
Course includes exercises in fundamental acting techniques:
concentration, relaxation, emotional and sense memory, and
improvisation. Textual and character analysis will also be
introduced. The course involves a service-learning component
connected to a Mary Moody Northen Theater production. For
Theater Arts minors and non-majors. Fall, Spring. 3 hours. |
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| 1330 Theater Skills I: Stagecraft and
Lighting |
| Introduction to the materials, tools and methodology
used in the construction and painting of scenery and to basic
drafting techniques. Introduction to the theories and skills
of stage lighting. Fall, Spring. 3 hours. |
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| 1331 Theater Skills II: Costume and
Makeup |
| Introduction to the materials, tools and methodology
used in costume construction and to the theories and techniques
of stage makeup. A laboratory is required for this class.
Fall, Spring. 3 hours. |
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| 1351 Performance IA |
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| An introduction to the process of making meaning
through performance, including a historical review of methods
of teaching acting and the development of a conceptual vocabulary
and a movement vocabulary for use in rehearsal and performance.
Introduction to character design and script breakdown. Theater
Arts majors only. Fall. 3 hours. |
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| 1352 Performance IB |
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| A continuation of the process begun in Performance
IA, including the application of conceptual and movement vocabulary
to text analysis, character design and scene study. Prerequisite
THAR 1351. Spring. 3 hours. |
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| 2128 Theater Practicum I |
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| Non-majors are encouraged to take this course
to get “behind the scenes” experiences. This course
involves the student in one or more aspects of theater production
at Mary Moody Northen Theatre: scenery, lighting, costume,
makeup, props, publicity and front-of-house.
May be repeated for credit. Fall, Spring. 1 hour. |
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2130 Theater Practicum II |
| For majors only. This course involves the student in one or more aspects of theater production at Mary Moody Northern Theatre: scenery, lighting, costumes, makeup, props, publicity and front-of-house. Prerequisite: THAR 2128. Fall, Spring. 1 hour. |
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| 2310 Design for Theater, Film and Television |
| This introductory course will examine the shared
conceptual principals employed to formulate three-dimensional
designs for scenery, lighting, costumes, makeup and sound.
The course introduces the basic vocabulary of design and the
principles and elements of design as they apply to theater,
film and television. Various styles of design and major historical
movements in the arts will be explored.
Prerequisites: THAR 1330 and THAR 1331 for Theater Arts majors; no prerequisites for non-majors.
Fall, Spring. 3 hours. |
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| 2329 Body Awareness, Breath and Yoga |
Yoga increases flexibility, develops strength, improves body awareness, builds concentration and calms the mind. The course teaches basic yoga techniques, including the alignment and form of the postures, breath awareness methods, and meditation techniques that leads to a feeling of inner peace and a natural state of relaxation. The course also incorporates a powerful system to investigate and dissolve stressful thought patterns in order to release creativity and effectiveness. 3 hours. |
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| 2361 Theater History I |
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A survey of the development of drama from Greek origins through the Elizabethan period. Reading of plays from each period and critical discussion. This course is recommended for non-majors.
Spring. 3 hours. |
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| 2362 Theater History II |
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| A continuation of the survey begun in Theater
History I, focusing on the Restoration period through the
present. Reading of plays from each period and critical discussion.
This course is recommended for non-majors. Theater History
I and II need not be taken in sequence. Spring. 3 hours. |
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3153 Theater Practicum III |
| This course involves the student more intensely in one or more aspects of theater production at Mary Moody Northern Theater: scenery, lighting, costumes, makeup, props, publicity and front-of-house. Prerequisites: THAR 2128 and 2130. Fall, Spring. 1 hour. |
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| 3307 Voice for Performance |
Introductory training for public performance,
including physical support, breath management, phonation and
resonance, and articulation. Remediation and improvement through
closely supervised drill and weekly performance. Required
for Acting specialization.
Fall. 3 hours. |
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| 3308 Applied Voice for Performance |
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| Vocal training for public performance, including
physical support, breath management, phonation and resonance,
and articulation. Application for techniques for various purposes,
including mass media, public speaking and performance audition.
Spring. 3 hours. |
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| 3323 Stage Lighting |
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| Theories and skills of stage lighting approached
from a technical and an aesthetic viewpoint leading to the
practical planning of light plots and instrument schedules
for theatrical productions. Includes work in color, basic
electricity, lighting instruments, optics and basic design.
A laboratory is required for this class. Prerequisites: THAR
1330, 1331 and 2310. Fall. 3 hours. |
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| 3324 Scene Design |
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The application of graphic-design concepts and theories to scenic design commencing in the development of the floor plan, designer's and painter's elevations. The course will also involve the study of elements of design, elements of composition, color theory, model building, research and design procedures. A laboratory is required for this class. Prerequisites: THAR 1330, 1331 and 2310. Spring. 3 hours. |
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| 3325 Costume Design |
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| An examination of the principles and techniques
of costume design, as well as an exploration of costume history.
A laboratory is required for this class. Prerequisites: THAR
1330, 1331 and 2310. Spring. 3 hours. |
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| 3326 Makeup Design |
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| This course will examine the design of makeup
for theater, film and television. Emphasis will be placed
on characterization based on information found in the script,
the director’s concept, the style of production, and
research reflecting the period and environment of the play.
The course will include advanced makeup techniques and practical
application. Prerequisite: THAR 1310,
1331 and 2310. Fall. 3 hours. |
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| 3330 Performance II |
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| Techniques necessary for the development of
a character and the creation of a performance. Focus on interaction
with other characters through extensive scene work in a variety
of modern styles. Prerequisite: THAR 1352. Fall. 3 hours. |
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| 3333 Musical Theater |
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| Introduction to musical comedy as an art form.
Work on musical comedy scenes as the synthesis of acting,
singing and dancing. Same as DANC 3333. Prerequisite: Consent
of instructor. 3 hours. |
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| 3334 Arts Administration I |
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| Introduction to concepts of management as an
element of total production. Course focuses on the establishment
of audience attitude and expectations and the day-to-day operations
of a theater center. Topics include box office and accounting,
organizational philosophies and analysis, ticketing systems,
front-of-house management and publicity. Recommended for non-majors.
Fall. 3 hours. |
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| 3335 Arts Administration II |
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| Development and additional applications of the
management and accounting concepts introduced in Arts Administration
I. Prerequisite: THAR 3334. Alternates spring semesters. 3 hours. |
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| 3136, 3236, 3336 Topics in Theater |
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Designed for an exploration of one of the many facets of theater and drama. Course may be repeated as topics change. 1-3 hours |
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| 3337 Directing |
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| Study of the principles and techniques of play
direction with particular attention focused on analysis of
scripts, development of plans of staging and work with actors.
Prerequisites: THAR 2361, 2362, 9 additional hours of Theater
courses and junior standing. Fall. 3 hours. |
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| 3338 Performance III |
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| Advanced training in acting styles, selected
from the Greek, Roman, Medieval, Shakespearean, Restoration,
Commedia and various 20th century styles. Prerequisites: THAR
2337, 2361, and 2362. Fall. 3 hours. |
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| 3339 Summer Stock |
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| Credit for participation in Summer Stock company.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. 3 hours. |
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| 3340 Stage Management |
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| This course will be divided into re-production,
rehearsal period, tech/running and maintenance of production
segments. The objective is to thoroughly introduce the student
to the different venues of theater from small storefront theaters
to large regional theaters. Although the emphasis will be
on management practices for theater in all venues, there will
be an element of the practical day-to-day “nuts and
bolts” in the stage management process. 3 hours. |
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4154 Theater Practicum IV |
| This course involves the student in one or more aspects of theater production at Mary Moody Northern Theatre. It provides students with more responsibility for such things as scenery, lighting, costumes, makeup, props, publicity and box-office activities. Prerequisites: THAR 2128, 2130, and 3153. Fall, Spring. 1 hour. |
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| 4301 Portfolio Development and Rendering |
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| This course focuses on the development of a
presentational and professional portfolio. Initial assessment
of student work deals with portfolio quality as a means of
communication appropriate to the student’s aspirations
as a designer. Simulated job interviews and outside critique
are components. Ideally taken second semester of the junior
year to allow for ongoing development. Prerequisites: THAR
1310, 1330, 1331; ARTS 1316; PHCO 2320; and at least two of
the following: THAR 3323, 3324, 3325 or 3326. Spring. 3 hours. |
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| 4341 Performance IV |
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| Intensive individual work at an advanced level,
culminating in an acting recital. Prerequisites: All acting
emphasis requirements. Spring. 3 hours. |
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| 4342 Scenic Projects |
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| Deals with the interpretation of a script in
relation to the scenic requirements of a production. Scenic
projects include the development of floor plans, elevations,
painters elevations, a working model or rendering. Students
work with properties and scenic painting techniques. Prerequisite:
Consent of instructor. 3 hours. |
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| 4343 Lighting Projects |
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| Deals with the interpretation of a script in
relation to the lighting requirements of a production. Lighting
projects include the development of the light plot, section,
instrument schedule and work related to the actual production.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. 3 hours. |
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| 4344 Costume Projects |
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| Deals with the interpretation of a script in
relation to the costuming requirements of a production. Costume
projects include researching, designing, budgeting, swatching
and constructing an actual production. Costume work also includes
a continuation of theater history. Prerequisite: Consent of
instructor. 3 hours. |
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| 4145, 4245, 4345 Special Projects |
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| Students will complete special projects connected
to specified aspects of production work. Prerequisite: Consent
of instructor. 1-3 hours. |
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| 4346 Makeup Projects |
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| The student will interpret a script in relation to the makeup design requirements of a production in theater, film or television. Makeup projects include researching, designing, creating budgets, purchasing products and creating facial plots for an actual production in our main theater. The course also includes a continuation of the history of makeup. Prerequisites: THAR 3326 and consent of the instructor. 3 hours. |
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| 4350 Internship |
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| Designed to meet the professional needs of an
advanced student through assignment to various theater organizations.
May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: Permission
of instructor. 3 hours. |
