DRA
101 Introduction to Theatre Art
3 (3-0-0)
The World of Theatre and selective histories; the
role of theatre spaces; directors, designers and
actors in today's theatre; how theatre can enrich
our lives. A lecture course; no acting required. |
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DRA
102 Play Analysis
3 (3-0-0)
Reading and critiquing a variety of play scripts.
This leads to applying creative solutions to the
problems surrounding the live production of these
plays. The class observes a filmed performance of
each play. No acting required. |
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DRA
149 Introduction to Dramatic Process
3 (0-6-0)
Exploring speech, movement and improvisation through
acting, ensemble work and theatre games, and participation
in non-scripted dramas of different forms. |
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DRA
247 Introduction to and Development of Oral Communication
3 (0-6-0)
A speech and acting course that explores communication
by way of voice and body. Through individual and
group projects based on the interpretation of literature,
students strengthen their presentation skills. |
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DRA
307 Special Projects in Theatre Performance or Production
3 (0-6-0)
Participation in rehearsal and performance of a
Drama Department major production. Students may
participate in the course as performers, technicians,
or stage-managers.
Prerequisites: Drama 149 an audition or interview
for actors, technicians, and stage-managers. |
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DRA
325
Creativity in Theatre for Young Audiences
3 (0-6-0)
Theory and practice of the creative process of drama
in theatre for young audiences. Students explore
the creative potential of the actor (movement, imagination,
speech) as epressed through the interdisciplinary
nature of performing for or performing with young
audiences. Ensemble acting required. |
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DRA
350 An Introduction to Film-Making and Appreciation
3 (2-0-4)
This course examines the global film industry as
both an art form and a business. Students will experience
selected film and production activities in order
to enhance their appreciation of the industry.
Prerequisites: Drama 10, 102, or 149 |
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DRA
352 Fundamentals of Public Speaking
3 (0-3-0)
Basic techniques of oral communication and public
speaking with an emphasis on speech construction. |
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DRA
353 Scene Study I
3 (0-6-0)
Acting, including the analysis and enactment of
scripted scenes and characterization. |
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DRA 383 Fundamentals of Directing and Play
Production
3 (6-0-0)
A focus on basic techniques of directing explored
through practical exercises. Students also examine
other elements of play production including basic
set, lighting and costume design as well as practical
methods of promoting plays as an event.
Prerequisites: Drama 101 or Drama 102 and corequisite
DRA 149 |
