Theatre courses

THEA 1010 Plays and Playwrights
Plays and Playwrights
An introduction to the literature of theatre from the Greeks to the present with emphasis on the script in performance.
Notes: Does not count toward the major.
credit hours: 3
Plays and Playwrights

THEA 1020 Theatre in Contemporary Society
Theatre in Contemporary Society
This course surveys the history of theatre and develops an appreciation for and enjoyment of the performing arts. It also develops an appreciation for artists who bring the playwright's pages to life and considers the contribution of the audience.
credit hours: 3
Theatre in Contemporary Society

THEA 1050 Language of Performance
Language of Performance
An interdisciplinary discussion course. This course meets three times per week, and is required of all theatre and dance majors. An introduction to the ways in which dance, theatre, and other related performative forms create and communicate meanings through various modes of production of languages or performance. This course examines the various verbal, visual, and kinesthetic languages employed by artists to generate and exchange meaning in performance.
credit hours: 3
Language of Performance

THEA 1090 Voice and Speech I
Voice and Speech I
Development of relaxation habits, physical alignment, breath control and release, tone production, and articulation.
credit hours: 3
Voice and Speech I

THEA 2010 Performance I
Performance I
A structured and at times spontaneous exploration of space, time, shape, sound, scenario, motion, and expenditure of energy to the end of attracting and holding the attention of the audience.
Notes: Students may not receive credit for both DANC 1510 and DANC 2010/THEA 2010.
credit hours: 3
Performance I

THEA 2070 Video Production I
Video Production I
An introduction to the basic techniques of video film production. Topics will range from use of the camera to basic lighting techniques for video and film. Students will gain experience as director, camera and sound operators and talent during exercises and short projects.
credit hours: 3
Video Production I

THEA 2080 Video Production II
Video Production II
A continuation of skills and techniques covered in Video Production I, this course will also introduce the student to the techniques of storyboard, pre-production, directing, editing.
credit hours: 3
Video Production II

THEA 2090 Voice II
Voice II
Development of relaxation habits, physical alignment, breath control and release, tone production, and articulation with emphasis on corrective tutorial work.
credit hours: 3
Voice II

THEA 2100 Fundamentals of Acting
Fundamentals of Acting
Class and workshop sessions in developing fundamental skills in the art and craft of acting as a creative process.
Notes: Does not count toward the major.
credit hours: 3
Fundamentals of Acting

THEA 2110 Beginning Acting
Beginning Acting
Class and workshops sessions in developing fundamental skills in the art and craft of acting as a creative process.
credit hours: 3
Beginning Acting

THEA 2990 Performance Practicum
Performance Practicum
Course is open to students cast in roles of Department Productions.
Pre-requistites: Permission of Production's Director required.
credit hours: 3
Performance Practicum

THEA 3010 Intermediate Acting
Intermediate Acting
Continuing development of acting skills focused primarily on work within the text. (Scenes, monologues, two other texts related exercises).
Pre-requistites: THEA 2010.
credit hours: 3
Intermediate Acting

THEA 3090 Stage Speech I
Stage Speech I
Corrective work on individual regional speech habits, articulation, and phrasing.
credit hours: 3
Stage Speech I

THEA 3210 Directing I
Directing I
A theoretic and applied study of the basic elements of directing, including script analysis, blocking, composition, dramatic focus, and actor coaching. Staged scenes using outside actors make up a major part of the course activities.
Pre-requistites: THEA 2010 and approval of instructor.
credit hours: 3
Directing I

THEA 3220 Directing II
Directing II
Advanced studies in the principles and practice of directing. Course activities involve scene study and staging with special emphasis given to advanced techniques in composition, working with actors, and design collaboration.
Pre-requistites: THEA 3210 and approval of instructor.
credit hours: 4
Directing II

THEA 3230 Playwriting I: Finding Your Voice
Playwriting I: Finding Your Voice
The majority of exercises and discussions throughout this class will focus on finding your voice of expression. This can only be done by jumpstarting your writing. With that in mind, this class will throw you almost immediately into the act of habitually writing by insisting upon regular journaling, assigning a consistent stream of exercises that involve more radical theatrical approaches, and the creation of a monologue and ten-minute play.
credit hours: 3
Playwriting I: Finding Your Voice

THEA 3240 Playwriting II: The Long Good One Act
Playwriting II: The Long Good One Act
By the end of this semester you will have completed a 20 to 30-page one act.
credit hours: 3
Playwriting II: The Long Good One Act

THEA 3311 Scene Shop Practicum
Scene Shop Practicum
Course is open with credit to all students of the University and is designed to provide the student with practical production experience in the area of set construction and scene painting.
credit hours: 1
Scene Shop Practicum

THEA 3312 Costume Shop Practicum
Costume Shop Practicum
Course is open with credit to all students of the University and is designed to provide the student with practical production experience in the area of costume construction.
credit hours: 1
Costume Shop Practicum

THEA 3313 Running Crew Practicum
Running Crew Practicum
Course is open with credit to all students of the University and is designed to provide the student with practical production experience in the area of backstage running crew in areas of sets, props, costumes, lighting, or sound.
credit hours: 1
Running Crew Practicum

THEA 3314 Box Office Practicum
Box Office Practicum
Course is open with credit to all students of the University and is designed to provide the student with practical production experience in the area of box office, selling tickets, ushering, etc.
credit hours: 1
Box Office Practicum

THEA 3315 Acting Practicum
Acting Practicum
Course is open to majors performing in department productions wishing to receive credit for the performance work. Note this does not count toward the 4 required Practicum credits.
credit hours: 1
Acting Practicum

THEA 3340 Theatre Production and Design I
Theatre Production and Design I
An integrated introduction to the disciplines of scenic, costume, and lighting design coupled with the practical considerations of construction and execution of the design process. First of two semester course with Theatre 3350.
Notes: One year sequence required of all theatre majors.
Co-requisites: THEA 3311 or 3312.
credit hours: 3
Theatre Production and Design I

THEA 3350 Theatre Production and Design II
Theatre Production and Design II
A continued exploration of the disciplines of scenic, costume, and lighting design coupled with the practical considerations of construction and execution of the design process. A finished final presentation will be required. Second semester in the sequence of Theatre Production and Design.
Notes: One year sequence required of all theatre majors.
Pre-requistites: THEA 3340.
Co-requisites: THEA 3311 or 3312.
credit hours: 3
Theatre Production and Design II

THEA 3410 History of Costume
History of Costume
An illustrated history of dress and society from the ancient Greeks to the present. Assignments emphasizing interpretation of costume research for the stage.
Notes: Laboratory required.
credit hours: 3
History of Costume

THEA 3510 Rehearsal Techniques for Actors and Directors
Rehearsal Techniques for Actors and Directors
Exploration of the interaction between actor and director during scene study with emphasis on developing the analytic and rehearsal techniques fundamental to the production process.
credit hours: 3
Rehearsal Techniques for Actors and Directors

THEA 3610 Basic Makeup
Basic Makeup
The purpose of this class is to develop basic skills in the design and application of stage makeup. The work completed in this class has the objective of providing a background in the subject that is expected of the professional performer.
credit hours: 1
Basic Makeup

THEA 3710 Shakespeare on the Road
Shakespeare on the Road
Students in this course will create, rehearse, and perform a piece of theatre that demonstrates Shakespeare's style and modern-day relevance. This piece will tour to middle and high schools in the New Orleans area. This course is also designed to fulfill a 1st or 2nd tier Service Learning requirement. May be repeated once.
credit hours: 3
Shakespeare on the Road

THEA 3750 From Community to Stage
From Community to Stage
This course introduces students to the story circle methodology as formulated by the Free Southern Theater and Junebug Productions. Students also learn the history of the Free Southern Theater and the Black Arts Movement in the South. Collaboration with local artists will result in the production of an original theatrical performance at the end of the semester.
credit hours: 3
From Community to Stage

THEA 3810 Fashion Design Fundamentals
Fashion Design Fundamentals
This course explores the student's creativity and imaginative thinking by carrying out small fashion design projects and developing a personal style. No special skills are required and all class materials will be provided.
credit hours: 3
Fashion Design Fundamentals

THEA 3910 Special Topics
Special Topics
Specialty courses for undergraduates in performance techniques, projects, and theatre related subjects as designed by visiting or permanent theatre faculty. For description, consult the department.
Notes: For specific offering, see the Schedule of Classes.
credit hours: 3
Special Topics

THEA 3920 Special Topics
Special Topics
Specialty courses for undergraduates in performance techniques, projects, and theatre related subjects as designed by visiting or permanent theatre faculty. For description, consult the department.
Notes: For specific offering, see the Schedule of Classes.
credit hours: 3
Special Topics

THEA 3990 Theatre Practicum
Theatre Practicum
Required of all theatre majors. Course is open with credit to all students of the University and is designed to provide the student with practical production experience in the areas of set, costume, lighting, sound, and box office management.
Notes: May be taken a total of four times.
credit hours: 1-3
Theatre Practicum

THEA 4010 Advanced Acting
Advanced Acting
Continuing development of acting skills focused primarily on characterization, the use of subtext and imagery for the actor.
Pre-requistites: THEA 2010 and THEA 3010.
credit hours: 3
Advanced Acting

THEA 4090 Stage Speech II
Stage Speech II
Corrective work on individual regional speech habits, articulation, and phrasing with added emphasis on the speaking of verse material.
credit hours: 3
Stage Speech II

THEA 4210 Documentary Theatre
Documentary Theatre
The purpose of this course is to examine the nature of documentary or "verbatim" theatre. Students will investigate the following issues: What is the nature of the documentary material? What is the basis for selection? What is the organizing principle? What is the theatrical idiom? Who is the intended audience or community? What is the social or political purpose of the piece? Students will explore a topic or theme relevant to the New Orleans community. The class will gather source material (archival research, interviews, etc.) and generate an original script, which will be used to create a final project – performance. This course will count towards a mandatory 20-hour service learning that fulfills the 2nd tier Public Service Graduation Requirement. All students should be enrolled in the mandatory service learning co-requisite.
credit hours: 3
Documentary Theatre

THEA 4320 Movement Stories
Movement Stories
An interdisciplinary studio course that examines creation of and communication of stories through movement and theatre approaches with emphasis on creativity and invention.
credit hours: 3
Movement Stories

THEA 4400 Clowning and Improvisation
Clowning and Improvisation
A course that will teach students a form of French clowning popularized by Bataclown. The act of clowning as will be practiced in this class is based on corporeal, emotional, and vocal expression. Each student will create her or his own individualized clown character through improvisational exercises. A midterm research paper with presentation and final performance will be required of all.
Pre-requistites: THEA 2010.
credit hours: 3
Clowning and Improvisation

THEA 4560 Internship Studies
Internship Studies
An experiential learning process coupled with pertinent academic course work. Open only to juniors and seniors in good standing. Registration is completed in the academic department sponsoring the internship. Only one internship may be completed per semester.
Notes: A maximum of three credits may be earned in one or two courses. May also count as Capstone experience.
Pre-requistites: Approval of instructor and department.
credit hours: 1-3
Internship Studies

THEA 4570 Internship Studies
Internship Studies
An experiential learning process coupled with pertinent academic course work. Open only to juniors and seniors in good standing. Registration is completed in the academic department sponsoring the internship. Only one internship may be completed per semester.
Notes: A maximum of three credits may be earned in one or two courses. May also count as Capstone experience.
Pre-requistites: Approval of instructor and department.
credit hours: 1-3
Internship Studies

THEA 4710 Foundations of Western Theatre
Foundations of Western Theatre
A structured and at times spontaneous exploration of space, time, shape, sound, scenario, motion, and expenditure of energy to the end of attracting and holding the attention of the audience. Students may not receive credit for both DANC 1510 and DANC 2010/THEA 2010. Same as DANC 2010. THEA 2010, 2020 Performance I, II (3) none
credit hours: 3
Foundations of Western Theatre

THEA 4720 Modern British & European Theatre
Modern British & European Theatre
"A course in the history and dramatic literature of theatrical production and performance in Britain and Europe (mostly) from the rise of Romanticism in the 18th century to the present."
credit hours: 3
Modern British & European Theatre

THEA 4730 U. S. Theatre History
U. S. Theatre History
"A course in the history and dramatic literature of theatrical production and performance in the United States (mostly) from Colonial drama to the present."
credit hours: 3
U. S. Theatre History

THEA 4880 Writing Practicum
Writing Practicum
Notes: Fulfills the college intensive-writing requirement.
Pre-requistites: Successful completion of the First-Year Writing Requirement.
Co-requisites: Three-credit departmental course.
credit hours: 1
Writing Practicum

THEA 4900 Theatre History Seminar (Capstone)
Theatre History Seminar (Capstone)
In this course students will undertake in-depth research on a topic of contemporary relevance to the discipline of theater. A complete description will be available the semester it is taught by the respective professor.
Notes: Counts as Capstone experience.
Pre-requistites: Approval of instructor.
credit hours: 3
Theatre History Seminar (Capstone)

THEA 4910 Independent Studies
Independent Studies
May count as Capstone Experience. If chosen as a Capstone Experience (coupled with THEA 5110), the project must have sufficient depth to meet the criteria for such an undertaking. No matter what topic chosen, the project must demonstrate that the student has a thorough understanding of their field of theatre studies and apply it to this project.
Pre-requistites: Approval of instructor.
credit hours: 1-3
Independent Studies

THEA 4920 Independent Studies
Independent Studies
May count as Capstone Experience. If chosen as a Capstone Experience (coupled with THEA 5110), the project must have sufficient depth to meet the criteria for such an undertaking. No matter what topic chosen, the project must demonstrate that the student has a thorough understanding of their field of theatre studies and apply it to this project.
Pre-requistites: Approval of instructor.
credit hours: 1-3
Independent Studies

THEA 4970 Filmmaker and Actor Workshop
Filmmaker and Actor Workshop
A workshop specifically intended for filmmakers and actors to develop and prepare a short script for production.
credit hours: 3
Filmmaker and Actor Workshop

THEA 5110 Capstone
Capstone
This number is used in conjunction with another Capstone course when the student has the option of taking more than one Capstone eligible class.
credit hours: 0
Capstone

THEA 5550 Advanced Digital Filmmaking I
Advanced Digital Filmmaking I
Professional, high quality narrative film preproduction practices are analyzed and implemented in this course. Writing the script, selecting the cast, choosing locations, budgeting, financing, art directing, and breaking the script down for scheduling the capstone film will be completed. The prerequisite for this course is THEA 2080-Video Production II. This course is the prerequisite for THEA5560-Advanced Digital Filmmaking II. At the completion of this two-semester course each student will participate in a public screening of his or her film.
Pre-requistites: THEA 2080-Video Production II; permission of instructor.
credit hours: 3
Advanced Digital Filmmaking I

THEA 5560 Advanced Digital Filmmaking II
Advanced Digital Filmmaking II
In this capstone experience, each student will produce, direct, promote and complete postproduction of the short narrative film he or she pre-produced in Advanced Digital Filmmaking I, the prerequisite class. Crew organization, responsibilities for narrative synch-sound shooting, the management of the set and the shooting day, and script supervision will be analyzed and implemented. Editing, color correction, sound design and scoring will encompass the post production phase. At the completion of this two-semester course, each student will participate in a public screening of his or her film.
Pre-requistites: THEA 5550-Advanced Digital Filmmaking I
credit hours: 3
Advanced Digital Filmmaking II

THEA 6010 Approaches to the Style and Genre of Acting
Approaches to the Style and Genre of Acting
Investigation and work with theatrical styles and genres in acting.
Pre-requistites: Approval of instructor.
credit hours: 3
Approaches to the Style and Genre of Acting

THEA 6020 Special Topics in Acting
Special Topics in Acting
One or more topics will be covered each semester, e.g., Acting Shakespeare.
Pre-requistites: Approval of instructor.
credit hours: 3
Special Topics in Acting

THEA 6110 Acting for Other Media
Acting for Other Media
This course is designed to train the acting student in techniques that are required for successful performance in film, television, and radio. Students will explore the differences between acting for the stage and for the mechanical" media and will be assigned scenes and copy to perform on camera and on microphone."
Pre-requistites: THEA 2010, and approval of instructor.
credit hours: 3
Acting for Other Media

THEA 6120 Advanced Scene Study II
Advanced Scene Study II
credit hours: 3
Advanced Scene Study II

THEA 6130 Ensemble Production
Ensemble Production
Development of the ensemble in relation to specific genres and playwrights culminating in a public performance.
Pre-requistites: THEA 2010.
credit hours: 3
Ensemble Production

THEA 6140 Ensemble Production
Ensemble Production
Development of the ensemble in relation to specific genres and playwrights culminating in a public performance.
Pre-requistites: THEA 2010.
credit hours: 3
Ensemble Production

THEA 6220 Advanced Makeup
Advanced Makeup
This studio style course explores the different types of theatrical makeup and it uses in different venues. The students are provided with supervised time in class to develop application skills both on themselves and using live models as well as thinking critically about an application.
credit hours: 3
Advanced Makeup

THEA 6230 Special Effects
Special Effects
Introductory course designed to expose the student to the various types of special effects available, and their uses in the entertainment industry.
credit hours: 3
Special Effects

THEA 6310 Advanced Technical Problems
Advanced Technical Problems
A survey of the traditional methods of constructing and mounting scenery for theatre. A practical approach to planning technical production. Includes budgets for time and material, organization of shops and crews, and standards in drafting the production.
credit hours: 3
Advanced Technical Problems

THEA 6320 Advanced Technical Production
Advanced Technical Production
A survey of the nontraditional methods of constructing and mounting scenery. Includes welding for the stage, an introduction to sound design, and stage furniture repair and refinishing. Laboratory in addition to lecture.
credit hours: 3
Advanced Technical Production

THEA 6330 Fundamentals of Lighting
Fundamentals of Lighting
A course in the art and craft of stage lighting. Basic electricity and color theory. Lighting instruments and their control. Practical experience in lighting the production. Laboratory in addition to lecture.
credit hours: 3
Fundamentals of Lighting

THEA 6340 Computer Technology for Lighting
Computer Technology for Lighting
Advanced problems in stage lighting. Structured approach to the development of lighting for the stage. Analysis of available lighting control options. Practical experience in preparation of light designs for production. Laboratory in addition to lecture.
credit hours: 3
Computer Technology for Lighting

THEA 6350 Theatrical Drafting and Model Making Techniques
Theatrical Drafting and Model Making Techniques
A course in basic drafting and model making techniques for first year graduate students. Foundation for Scenic Design CAD, Fundamentals of Lighting, Scene Design I, II, Technical Direction I, II, and Lighting Design , I, II.
Pre-requistites: THEA 3340, 3350. MFA/BFA students only.
credit hours: 3
Theatrical Drafting and Model Making Techniques

THEA 6410 Design Fundamentals I
Design Fundamentals I
The development of scenic and costume designs from the modern viewpoint. Techniques of drawing, rendering, and perspective in relation to designers' presentation and portfolio. Laboratory.
Pre-requistites: Approval of instructor.
credit hours: 3-4
Design Fundamentals I

THEA 6420 Design Fundamentals II
Design Fundamentals II
A continuation of THEA 6410. Equal emphasis on the designers' process and rendering techniques. Watercolor, pen and ink, scenic models.
Pre-requistites: THEA 6410.
credit hours: 3-4
Design Fundamentals II

THEA 6440 Rendering for Designers
Rendering for Designers
The development of the individual's graphic skills in regard to rendering for theatrical purposes. Stress will be placed on accurately representing designs on plates in a professional fashion and on the manipulation of different mediums.
credit hours: 3
Rendering for Designers

THEA 6460 Advanced Costume Rendering
Advanced Costume Rendering
To improve drawing/costume rendering skills. A course to advance the costume design student's understanding of the human body and how it moves and behaves, thus enhancing the student's ability to communicate through costume design rendering; exploration of the anatomy of the body, including the skeletal and muscular system, how they interact and how they move; and exploration of how different fabrics behave on the body and how the body's movement is affected by clothing.
Pre-requistites: THEA 6440 and instructor approval; MFA/BFA students only.
credit hours: 3
Advanced Costume Rendering

THEA 6470 Design for Television
Design for Television
This course is designed to give the students the knowledge of preparing the production of television programs with emphasis on the producer's, the director's, and designer's responsibilities to the overall planning and execution of the program - both in the studio and in the field.
credit hours: 3
Design for Television

THEA 6480 Design for Puppetry
Design for Puppetry
This course is an introduction to puppet design concepts. An exploration of the specifics associated with different puppet show genres.
credit hours: 3
Design for Puppetry

THEA 6530 Period Styles for Designers I
Period Styles for Designers I
In-depth study of the styles of architecture, decor, furniture, and costume from antiquity through Elizabethan England, 1625. Research and design adaptation assignments.
credit hours: 3-4
Period Styles for Designers I

THEA 6540 Period Styles for Designers II
Period Styles for Designers II
Further study in architecture, decor, furniture, and costume from Charles I through modern including Eastern cultures. Research and design adaptation assignments.
credit hours: 3
Period Styles for Designers II

THEA 6550 Stage Management
Stage Management
Introduction to the multifaceted job of stage management.
credit hours: 3
Stage Management

THEA 6650 Studies in Theatre History
Studies in Theatre History
credit hours: 3
Studies in Theatre History

THEA 6700 Sound Technology
Sound Technology
Introductory level course designed to expose the student to the theories and technology of the professional audio world.
credit hours: 3
Sound Technology

THEA 6710 Modern Drama From Ibsen to Brecht
Modern Drama From Ibsen to Brecht
Seminar on five modern European dramatists. Ibsen, Strindberg, Chekhov, Pirandello, Brecht.
credit hours: 3
Modern Drama From Ibsen to Brecht

THEA 6720 Seminar in Contemporary Drama
Seminar in Contemporary Drama
Analysis of principal trends in the contemporary European and American theatres.
credit hours: 3
Seminar in Contemporary Drama

THEA 6730 Dramaturgy
Dramaturgy
This course explores dramatic structure as a means of achieving successful storytelling and examines the role of the dramaturg in modern theatrical practice.
credit hours: 3
Dramaturgy

THEA 6750 Costume Construction
Costume Construction
This course is designed to teach the technical skills necessary to produce costumes for the stage. This includes hand and machine sewing, understanding garments, reading patterns, and finishing techniques.
credit hours: 3
Costume Construction

THEA 6760 Costume Technology
Costume Technology
Concentrated introduction to the methods, tools, and techniques used in the construction of costumes for the theatre. Focus will be placed on standard shop equipment, fabrics, and general construction techniques.
credit hours: 3
Costume Technology

THEA 6770 Costume Crafts I
Costume Crafts I
This course is designed to develop skills in the construction of theatrical crafts, specifically mask-making.
credit hours: 3
Costume Crafts I

THEA 6780 Topics in Advanced Costume Technology
Topics in Advanced Costume Technology
(1) Advanced study in two primary pattern development techniques as well as with patterning software. Some time will be spent on dressmaker details and simple tailoring. (2) Men's and women's tailoring techniques. Focus will be placed on traditional methods of hand and machine tailoring as applied to theatrical attire. (3) Millinery. Focus will be placed on the primary construction methods for historic and/or contemporary hats: felt bodies and frames. Various types and styles of finishes and decoration will also be explored.
Pre-requistites: THEA 6760 or approval of instructor.
credit hours: 3
Topics in Advanced Costume Technology

THEA 6790 Costume Crafts II
Costume Crafts II
This course is designed to develop skills in the construction of theatrical crafts, specifically millinery.
credit hours: 3
Costume Crafts II

THEA 6800 Practical Applications
Practical Applications
A design lab where the students put theory into practice. The lab assignments will be tailored by the faculty to the individual student's needs. The objective is to provide actualized work experience in conjunction with faculty mentoring on design work productions.
Notes: May be repeated 4 times for credit.
credit hours: 1-3
Practical Applications

THEA 6810 Theatrical Photography
Theatrical Photography
Basic photography and darkroom techniques designed specifically for theatre design students to document their work. Both black and white and color will be covered.
Pre-requistites: Approval of instructor.
credit hours: 3
Theatrical Photography

THEA 6820 Scene Design CAD
Scene Design CAD
We will introduce and explore Computer Aided Design using primarily the Vector Works program with its practical applications to theatrical scene design.
Pre-requistites: THEA 3340, 3350, 6410, 6420.
credit hours: 3
Scene Design CAD

THEA 6825 Advanced CAD
Advanced CAD
This class will cover advanced functions of the Vectorworks CAD software, such as 3D modeling and photo-realistic rendering techniques with lighting and textures, with emphasis on its practical applications to theatrical scene and lighting design. This is a continuation of the Scene Design CAD course.
Pre-requistites: THEA 6820
credit hours: 3
Advanced CAD

THEA 6830 Scene Painting
Scene Painting
This is a collaborative class based upon professional practices of scenic studios. We will examine the working relationship between the scenic designer and the scenic artist, and look at historical changes to the profession over the past 400 years. There will be extensive time spent drawing and painting and learning techniques to realize different faux finishes. This introductory class will culminate with a full sized color drop, with all in the class participating.
Pre-requistites: THEA 3430, 3440, 6410, 6420.
credit hours: 3
Scene Painting

THEA 6850 Design for Dancers
Design for Dancers
Designed to expose the dancer/choreographer to the theories of lighting and sound design as it applies to dance.
credit hours: 3
Design for Dancers

THEA 6860 Advanced Costume Construction
Advanced Costume Construction
The course is designed to develop advanced skills in the construction of theatrical costumes. Students will create projects resulting in finished pieces worthy of inclusion in their portfolios. It will also develop an understanding of costume technology for both design and performance students as well as build a vocabulary to enhance the collaboration process.
Pre-requistites: THEA 6750.
credit hours: 3
Advanced Costume Construction

THEA 6900 Portfolio Techniques
Portfolio Techniques
This course will prepare the student's portfolio, as well as the student, for the professional world. Stress placed upon plate layout, organization of materials, selection of pieces for inclusion, etc. Additionally, job search techniques and interview preparation will be explored.
Pre-requistites: Final academic year standing.
credit hours: 3
Portfolio Techniques

THEA 6910 Special Topics
Special Topics
Courses offered by visiting professors or permanent faculty. For specific offering, see the Schedule of Classes. For description, consult department.
credit hours: 3
Special Topics

THEA 6920 Special Topics
Special Topics
Courses offered by visiting professors or permanent faculty. For specific offering, see the Schedule of Classes. For description, consult department.
credit hours: 3
Special Topics

THEA 6980 Professional Development
Professional Development
This Capstone course is designed for graduating seniors with a Performance track emphasis to address the skills necessary for a successful professional career in theatre and the performing arts. Emphasis will be placed on creation of resumes, self-promotion, and audition materials, including how to book auditions, preparing for call-backs and cold readings, making contacts, writing cover letters, finding an agent, and unions, among other topics.
Notes: Capstone.
credit hours: 3
Professional Development

THEA 6990 B.F.A. Thesis Production
B.F.A. Thesis Production
Required for B.F.A. designers. Student's work in area of emphasis culminating in the design of a mainstage production. A written thesis is required.
Notes: Counts as Capstone Experience.
credit hours: 3
B.F.A. Thesis Production

THEA 7210 Directing I
Directing I
credit hours: 3
Directing I

THEA 7220 Directing II
Directing II
credit hours: 3
Directing II

THEA 7230 Directing III
Directing III
credit hours: 3
Directing III

THEA 7240 Directing IV
Directing IV
credit hours: 3
Directing IV

THEA 7410 Scene Design I
Scene Design I
credit hours: 3
Scene Design I

THEA 7420 Costume Design I
Costume Design I
credit hours: 3
Costume Design I

THEA 7510 Scene Design II
Scene Design II
credit hours: 3
Scene Design II

THEA 7520 Costume Design II
Costume Design II
credit hours: 3
Costume Design II

THEA 7610 Scene Design III
Scene Design III
credit hours: 3
Scene Design III

THEA 7620 Costume Design III
Costume Design III
credit hours: 3
Costume Design III

THEA 7710 Technical Directing II
Technical Directing II
credit hours: 3
Technical Directing II

THEA 7990 Thesis Production
Thesis Production
credit hours: 3
Thesis Production

THEA 9980 Master's Research
Master's Research
credit hours: 0
Master's Research

THEA H4990 Honors Thesis
Honors Thesis
Notes: For qualified seniors. Counts as Capstone experience.
Pre-requistites: Approval of chair of department and Honors Committee.
credit hours: 3
Honors Thesis

THEA H5000 Honors Thesis
Honors Thesis
Notes: For qualified seniors. Counts as Capstone experience.
Pre-requistites: Approval of chair of department and Honors Committee.
credit hours: 3
Honors Thesis