Theatre and Dance
Theatre Arts Minor (20 credits): The theatre arts minor is ideal for the student who wants to enhance his/her education by obtaining additional skills which are in high demand with today’s employers: creative thinking skills, problemsolving, verbal and nonverbal communication skills, and confidence and experience in public speaking. This minor is also ideal for education majors. A. The following courses: TA100 Script Analysis TA180 Theatre Crafts B. Six credits of upper-division theatre courses C. Two of the following: TA221 History of Theatre I: Origins to the Renaissance TA321 History of Theatre II: Enlightenment to Romanticism TA359 The Development of the American musical TA421 History of Theatre III: Realism to the Present D. Two credits of theatre production from: TA111-114 Theatre Production Theatre Courses TA100 Script Analysis 3 credits Through the examination of a variety of plays from different eras and aesthetics, students learn methodologies from Aristotle to modern performance theory in order to critically and theoretically analyze a script for potential production. This course includes an introduction to theatre research and writing methods, and serves as a foundation for other major courses in theatre. Offered fall semester. TA101 Oral Communication 3 credits This course prepares students to make effective informative and persuasive presentations incorporating audio-visual enhancements, and to utilize active listening techniques. The responsibilities of both the speaker and the listener are stressed. Practical experience in preparation, delivery/participation, and evaluation are provided. TA111-114 Theatre Production 1 credit An experiential course open to all students interested in a guided study of various theatrical arts in the context of a production atmosphere. Requirements of the course include a weekly three-hour lab, as well as the opportunity to perform a practical assignment on one production. For the theatre major, two credits at this level are required, but up to three may be taken. The course cannot be taken at the same time as Theatre Crafts or during the London semester. Graded pass/no credit. TA155 Introduction to Acting 3 credits The basic tasks of the actor are considered in three distinct units: voice and movement; creativity and imagination; and, character and scene development. The course serves as an introduction to theatrical performance, and provides a knowledge and appreciation of theatre as a process of fostering creative expression. Offered spring semester. TA160 Theatre Appreciation 3 credits An introductory study of the drama and theatre of the past and present, the course is designed for the student who has no previous background in theatre. The course is directed toward a greater appreciation and understanding of the theatre in our culture. (Not open to majors.) TA180 Theatre Crafts 3 credits An introductory study and practice of basic techniques commonly used in theatre production. The course focuses on simultaneous development of crafts found in scenery, lighting, and costumes. A 206