An examination of the collaborative contributions costumes, scenery, lighting, and property technicians make to the art of theatre. An introduction to the materials, technologies, equipment, structures, and best practices used in contemporary theatre production.
An examination of the collaborative contributions costumes, scenery, lighting, and property technicians make to the art of theatre. An introduction to the materials, technologies, equipment, structures, and best practices used in contemporary theatre production.
An examination of the collaborative contributions costumes, scenery, lighting, and property technicians make to the art of theatre. An introduction to the materials, technologies, equipment, structures, and best practices used in contemporary theatre production.
An introduction to the actor's art. Understanding the demands of performance. The execution of dramatic action. Students are expected to perform frequently in exercises and scenes.
An exploration of theatre and performance from around the globe with a focus on non-Western performance traditions and classics from the Western canon. The course will examine performance rituals and plays from prehistoric Africa, ancient Greece and Rome, classical India, medieval China, feudal Japan, early modern and modern Europe, the postmodern era, and others. The course will place particular emphasis on the development and evolution of theatrical performance, literature, and theory within various cultural, social, political, and historical contexts.
An in-depth study of the techniques used in the creation of stage costumes. Students will explore historical and modern methods of drafting, draping, and fabric modification, including advanced construction skills.
A seminar on a topic related to theatre . This course may be repeated for credit when the topic differs.
Exercises in script analysis, research options, styles of production, lighting theory, techniques and equipment. Through journals and projects, students interpret and communicate with light.
A continuation of Fundamentals of Directing. Students will deepen their work on directing techniques by working on scenes of increased length from modern and classic plays.
Varsity and Club Athletic Teams
Involves twice-weekly practice sessions and some participation in outside events with other club tennis teams.