Theater Arts (THR)
THR 113-114-115 Theater Workshop I-II-III
2 semester hours each
Prerequisite for THR 114: THR 113
Prerequisite for THR 115: THR 114
Code B
This is the first in a six-course sequence which provides practical experience in the production and performance of a dramatic presentation with assignments in scenery, lighting, props, choreography, sound, costumes, make-up, publicity, acting, directing, and other aspects of theater production. (F, Sp)
THR 120 Theater Appreciation
3 semester hours
Prerequisite: None
Core Area II (Arts), THUM TART AHUM
This course is designed to increase appreciation of contemporary theater. Emphasis is given to the theater as an art form through the study of history and theory of drama and the contributions of playwright, actor, director, designer and technician to modern media. Attendance at theater production may be required. (F, Sp, Su)
THR 131 Acting Techniques I
3 semester hours
Prerequisite: None AHUM
This is the first of a two-course sequence in which the student will focus on the development of the body and voice as the performing instruments in acting. Emphasis is placed on pantomime, improvisation, acting exercises, and building characterizations in short acting scenes. (F)
THR 132 Acting Techniques II
3 semester hours
Prerequisite: THR 131 AHUM
This course is a continuation of THR 131. (Sp)
THR 213-214-215 Theater Workshop IV-V-VI
2 semester hours each
Prerequisite for THR 213: THR 115
Prerequisite for THR 214: THR 213
Prerequisite for THR 215: THR 214
Code C AHUM
These courses are a continuation of THR 113-114-115. (as needed)
THR 236 Stagecraft
3 semester hours
Prerequisite: None Code C AHUM
This course is a study of the principles, techniques, and materials in theatrical scenery and lighting. (on demand)
THR 266 Fundamentals of Directing
3 semester hours
Prerequisite: None Code C AHUM
This course is designed to cover the fundamentals of directing. Instruction will include lectures, demonstration, written and oral analysis of scripts, performances, and classroom participation. (on demand)
