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THEATRE (THEA)
(DESCRIPTIONS AND PREREQUISITES)
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| Courses designated "E"are for enrichment only. These courses are for zero credit and are not transferable to any institution. Fees for "E" courses include instructor costs and fees. |
| THEA 121 |
Theatre Appreciation I |
3 CR |
| Humanities course in theatre as an art, stressing the universality of man's desires, problems, and dreams. This includes a study of the social trends which influenced the work of the playwrights and designers and contemporary methods of theatrical expression. Humanities elective. Lab Fee |
| THEA 122 |
Theatre Appreciation II |
3 CR |
| Humanities course in theatre as an art with special attention given to the development of musical comedy and to contemporary themes and productions. Open to all students as a humanities elective. Lab Fee |
| THEA 125 |
Stagecraft I |
3 CR |
| An introductory course in basic technical production, including scenery construction, lighting, costumes, makeup, sound, and theatre business management. Class work includes practical experience in conjunction with College productions. [16-32-48] Lab Fee |
| THEA 218 |
Acting I |
3 CR |
| A study of the techniques of acting. Each student is given individualized instruction in developing acting techniques. Laboratory work includes participation in classroom and College productions. [16-32-48] Lab Fee |
| THEA 218E |
Acting I |
0 CR |
| Same description as THEA 218. [16-32-48] Lab Fee |
| THEA 220 |
Acting II |
3 CR |
| Prerequisite: THEA 218. A continuation of THEA 218 which involves intensive study of problems in acting style, as well as the extension of the performer's range in the areas of characterization and physical interpretation of a role. [16-32-48] Lab Fee |
| THEA 220E |
Acting II |
0 CR |
| Same description as THEA 220. [16-32-48] Lab Fee |
| THEA 225 |
Stagecraft II |
3 CR |
| Prerequisite: THEA 125. An advanced course in technical production with emphasis on scenery design and construction, scene painting, costume design and construction, makeup design and execution. Students will have opportunities for individualized instruction. Practical experience in conjunction with College productions. [16-32-48] Lab Fee |
| THEA 230 |
Script Analysis |
3 CR |
| Prerequisite: THEA 218. The study of selected plays from the standpoint of the theatre artist. Emphasis is placed on a thorough examination of the play script preparatory to production, including production budgets, set/space requirements, casting problems, and the director's and performer's approach to the material. |
| THEA 251 |
Introduction to Children's Theatre |
3 CR |
| The literature, theory, and techniques of theatre for children. Study of formal and informal drama, story theatre, and improvisation. An actual production of a play for children will tour area schools. [16-32-48] Lab Fee |
| THEA 281 |
Theatre Practicum |
1-4 CR |
| This course is required to participate in all KCC theatrical productions, as well as students who have an interest in transferring to a theatrical collegiate program. Students will gain practical experience in all phases of the theatrical art. Includes acting, lighting, makeup, scenery construction, publicity, box office, costuming, stage managing, and properties. Specific duties and academic instruction will be arranged with the director of theatre. Course may be repeated for credit toward graduation up to six credit hours per area of discipline. Lab Fee |
| THEA 281E |
Theatre Practicum |
0 CR |
| Same description as THEA 281. Lab Fee |
| THEA 285 |
Arts Management |
3 CR |
| An introductory course in the techniques of arts management including personnel management and theatre organization, financial planning, grant writing, publicity, graphics, and public relations. |
| THEA 297 |
Theatre Special Topics |
1-3 CR |
| This course is designed to allow the students to explore focus areas in theatre, such as directing, screening of plays, costumes, makeup, etc. |
| THEA 297E |
Theatre Special Topics |
0 CR |
| Same description as THEA 297. |
