Timeroom: Fall 2023

Displaying 1 - 10 of 54 Results for: Subject = THDA

THDA 401 (01) - New Student Seminar

New Student Seminar

Credits: 1.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading
Class Size:   25  
CRN: 12769
This course is an introduction to being a theatre and dance major. Students will examine academic standards expected in our department as well as management skills essential for success in balancing rehearsal and practicum schedules with academic responsibilities for all classes. This course is focused on helping majors understand expectations of being a Theatre and Dance major along with ways to cope with the stress.
Only listed colleges in section: Liberal Arts
Only listed classes in section: Freshman
Only listed majors in section: THEATRE, THEATRE:ACT&DIR, THEATRE:DANCE, THEATRE:DES&TEC, THEATRE:MUSTHEA, THEATRE:SECTHED, THEATRE:YTHDRAM
Instructors: Raina Ames
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 W 4:10pm - 5:00pm PCAC M119

THDA 435 (01) - Introduction to Theatre

Introduction to Theatre

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   180  
CRN: 10456
Special Fees: $24.00
Introduces all aspects of theatrical production: play writing, acting, directing, design, technical theatre and construction, and theatre management. Cultural and social context of theatre in our time and through the ages. Introduces major classical and modern types of theatre. Selected plays are read and discussed, and attendance at theatrical production is required. Special Fee.
Attributes: Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)
Instructors: Nina Morrison
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 TR 9:40am - 11:00am HS 210

THDA 435 (M1) - Introduction to Theatre

Introduction to Theatre

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   20  
CRN: 14764
Introduces all aspects of theatrical production: play writing, acting, directing, design, technical theatre and construction, and theatre management. Cultural and social context of theatre in our time and through the ages. Introduces major classical and modern types of theatre. Selected plays are read and discussed, and attendance at theatrical production is required. Special Fee.
Attributes: Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)
Instructors: STAFF
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 W 9:10am - 12:00pm PANDRA P456

THDA 436 (01) - History of Theatre I

History of Theatre I

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   25  
CRN: 10457
The history of theatre and its drama is introduced through close study of the world's greatest plays from the Greeks through the end of the 17th century -- How these plays were performed then, how they are performed now, their political, social, and cultural urgencies.
Equivalent(s): THDA 436H, THEA 436H
Attributes: Writing Intensive Course, Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)
Instructors: Nina Morrison
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 TR 2:10pm - 3:30pm PCAC M119

THDA 442 (01) - Introduction to the Art of Acting

Intro to the Art of Acting

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   12  
CRN: 15345
Special Fees: $24.00
Designed for non-THDA major students interested in the art of acting. Students broaden and deepen their own creativity, gain a deeper understanding of human behavior and interaction, and strengthen analytical skills through class work and projects. Focuses on the basic skills of acting: the ability to effectively communicate, to gain access to the full spectrum of human emotions, and increase spontaneity. Important innovators and theorists in the field of theatre and acting are covered, such as Sanford Meisner, Constantine Stanislavski, Bertolt Brecht, Jerzy Grotowsky, Agusto Boal, and Jacques Lacoq. Additional topics include contemporary plays and playwrights, an historical perspective of the art of acting, and the current state of live theatrical performance. Theatre majors not allowed. Special Fee.
Equivalent(s): THDA 551, THEA 551
Majors not allowed in section: THEATRE, THEATRE:ACT&DIR, THEATRE:DES&TEC, THEATRE:MUSTHEA, THEATRE:SECTHED, THEATRE:YTHDRAM
Attributes: Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)
Instructors: Aimee Blesing
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 TR 11:10am - 12:30pm PCAC M118

THDA 442 (02) - Introduction to the Art of Acting

Intro to the Art of Acting

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   12  
CRN: 15346
Special Fees: $24.00
Designed for non-THDA major students interested in the art of acting. Students broaden and deepen their own creativity, gain a deeper understanding of human behavior and interaction, and strengthen analytical skills through class work and projects. Focuses on the basic skills of acting: the ability to effectively communicate, to gain access to the full spectrum of human emotions, and increase spontaneity. Important innovators and theorists in the field of theatre and acting are covered, such as Sanford Meisner, Constantine Stanislavski, Bertolt Brecht, Jerzy Grotowsky, Agusto Boal, and Jacques Lacoq. Additional topics include contemporary plays and playwrights, an historical perspective of the art of acting, and the current state of live theatrical performance. Theatre majors not allowed. Special Fee.
Equivalent(s): THDA 551, THEA 551
Majors not allowed in section: THEATRE, THEATRE:ACT&DIR, THEATRE:DES&TEC, THEATRE:MUSTHEA, THEATRE:SECTHED, THEATRE:YTHDRAM
Attributes: Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)
Instructors: Aimee Blesing
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 MW 2:10pm - 3:30pm PCAC M118

THDA 455 (01) - Musicianship and Beginning Vocal Techniques for Musical Theatre

Musicianship/Vocal Tech for MT

Credits: 2.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   20  
CRN: 14463
This course is a combination course designed to help musical theatre students develop the appropriate musicianship skills as well as beginning vocal techniques. Musicianship skills include melodic and rhythmic sight reading, harmony reading and singing, basic piano skills, as well as key signature and interval recognition. Beginning vocal techniques include breath management, strengthening vocal fold closure, releasing tension and creating space in the acoustic chamber (throat and mouth). These skills will help musical theater students develop the ability to overlap strong vocal work with strong musicianship specifically for industry standard auditions and performances in Musical Theatre.
Instructors: Melissa Manseau
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 TR 3:40pm - 5:00pm PCAC M213

THDA 458 (01) - Costume Construction

Costume Construction

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   5  
CRN: 10458
Special Fees: $24.00
Study and development of costuming techniques, including hand and machine sewing, pattern drafting, alterations, and fabric manipulation. Emphasis on demonstrated understanding. Special fee.
Instructors: Victoria Carot
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 MWF 11:10am - 12:30pm PCAC CSHP

THDA 458 (02) - Costume Construction

Costume Construction

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   5  
CRN: 14464
Special Fees: $24.00
Study and development of costuming techniques, including hand and machine sewing, pattern drafting, alterations, and fabric manipulation. Emphasis on demonstrated understanding. Special fee.
Instructors: Victoria Carot
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 MW 11:10am - 12:30pm PCAC CSHP
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 F 9:40am - 11:00am PCAC CSHP

THDA 459 (01) - Stagecraft

Stagecraft

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   45  
CRN: 10459
Special Fees: $24.00
Elements of play production: basic building components, tools, and materials for producing the scenery; equipment and shop layouts supporting all of the areas of the set, lighting, and costume designs; and consideration of various stage spaces and theatrical venues. Practical application on University theatre productions. Special fee. Lab.
Attributes: Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)
Instructors: Lih-Hwa Yu
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 TR 9:40am - 11:00am PCAC JOHN