Timeroom: Fall 2023

Durham Liberal Arts :: Theatre & Dance

THDA 500 (01) - Musical Theatre Voice I

Musical Theatre Voice I

Credits: 0.0 or 1.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 13949

This course provides students with a foundation in healthy, relaxed, and dynamic singing of primarily musical theatre repertoire. In addition to expanding the student's knowledge of and ability to sing various styles of musical theatre repertoire, this course provides a venue to explore and develop analytical skills relating to character and script.

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.

Instructors: Melissa Manseau

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2023	12/11/2023		Hours Arranged	TBA

Durham Liberal Arts :: Theatre & Dance

THDA 546 (01) - Costume Design for the Theatre

Costume Design for the Theatre

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 16
CRN: 15352

How to design costumes for the theatre, not figure drawing, although drawing techniques are taught. Script analysis and research and presentational techniques for costume design explored and implemented.

Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Instructors: Szu-Feng Chen

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2023	12/11/2023	TR	9:40am - 11:00am	PCAC M213

Durham Liberal Arts :: Theatre & Dance

THDA 551 (01) - Acting I

Acting I

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 12
CRN: 13951
Special Fees: $24.00

Development of fundamental vocal and physical stage techniques for actors and directors through exercises, improvisation and theatre games.

Department Approval Required. Contact Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Only listed majors in section: THEATRE, THEATRE:ACT&DIR, THEATRE:DANCE, THEATRE:DES&TEC, THEATRE:MUSTHEA, THEATRE:SECTHED, THEATRE:YTHDRAM

Attributes: Inquiry (Discovery)

Instructors: Aimee Blesing

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2023	12/11/2023	TR	2:10pm - 3:30pm	PCAC M118

Durham Liberal Arts :: Theatre & Dance

THDA 551 (02) - Acting I

Acting I

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 12
CRN: 16109
Special Fees: $24.00

Development of fundamental vocal and physical stage techniques for actors and directors through exercises, improvisation and theatre games.

Department Approval Required. Contact Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Only listed majors in section: THEATRE, THEATRE:ACT&DIR, THEATRE:DANCE, THEATRE:DES&TEC, THEATRE:MUSTHEA, THEATRE:SECTHED, THEATRE:YTHDRAM

Attributes: Inquiry (Discovery)

Instructors: Aimee Blesing

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2023	12/11/2023	MW	2:10pm - 3:30pm	PCAC M118

Durham Liberal Arts :: Theatre & Dance

THDA 552 (01) - Acting II

Acting II

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 12
CRN: 12694
Special Fees: $24.00

Focuses on strengthening the actor's ability to achieve a higher level of truth, presence, and spontaneity on stage. Building on the approach devised by Sanford Meisner, this highly intensive class creates a bridge to connect these developing skills to various forms of text.

Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): THDA 551

Only listed majors in section: THEATRE, THEATRE:ACT&DIR, THEATRE:DANCE, THEATRE:DES&TEC, THEATRE:MUSTHEA, THEATRE:SECTHED, THEATRE:YTHDRAM

Instructors: David Kaye

	Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
	8/28/2023	12/11/2023	MWF	12:40pm - 2:00pm	PCAC M118
Final Exam	12/14/2023	12/14/2023	R	10:30am - 12:30pm	PCAC M118

Durham Liberal Arts :: Theatre & Dance

THDA 554 (01) - Stage Combat

Stage Combat

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 16
CRN: 15353
Special Fees: $145.00

This course actively explores stage combat techniques for unarmed combat as well as basic rapier swordplay. Students are expected to prepare hand-to-hand acting projects as well as a final rapier fight project which demonstrates proper stage combat techniques learned during the semester.

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Instructors: Raina Ames

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2023	12/11/2023	TR	2:10pm - 3:30pm	NHH G60

Durham Liberal Arts :: Theatre & Dance

THDA 562 (01) - Ballet II

Ballet II

Credits: 2.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 25
CRN: 14467

This dance technique class is taught at an intermediate level and is an extension of Ballet I with a focus on developing ballet vocabulary and artistry. Open to both majors and non-majors.

Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 16 credits.

Instructors: Susan Endrizzi

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2023	12/11/2023	MW	12:10pm - 2:00pm	NHH 140

Durham Liberal Arts :: Theatre & Dance

THDA 563 (01) - Theatre Dance II

Theatre Dance II

Credits: 2.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 25
CRN: 10455
Special Fees: $24.00

This dance technique class is an extension of THDA 463. Students will become versatile in a variety of dance styles, including contemporary and musical theatre style jazz and tap dance. Technical execution, artistry and improvisation will be explored. Open to both majors and non-majors.

Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 16 credits.

Instructors: Mary Marino

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2023	12/11/2023	TR	11:10am - 12:30pm	NHH G60

Durham Liberal Arts :: Theatre & Dance

THDA 565 (01) - Aerial Dance I

Aerial Dance I

Credits: 2.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 16
CRN: 15885
Special Fees: $20.00

This class focuses on beginning aerial dance language and skills as well as body conditioning. Apparatuses including fabric, trapeze and lyra are introduced.

Department Approval Required. Contact Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 16 credits.

Instructors: Gay Nardone

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2023	12/11/2023	MW	2:10pm - 4:00pm	NHH G60

Durham Liberal Arts :: Theatre & Dance

THDA 576 (01) - Pointe

Pointe

Credits: 2.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 11259

This class is taught at an intermediate level focusing on developing pointe technique and artistry. Classical variations are incorporated to study the history of ballet through practical application. 1-2 years of pointe technique required. If interested in beginning the study of pointe technique, contact the instructor. Open to both majors and non-majors.

Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 16 credits.

Instructors: Susan Endrizzi

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2023	12/11/2023	TR	11:10am - 12:30pm	NHH 140