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OFFICERS OF INSTRUCTION
Professors
Warren, Bernie;—1992.
Pinnell, William H.; B.A. (Glassboro, N.J.), M.A. (Wayne State)—1972.
Associate Professors
Mady Kelly, Diana; B.A. (Assumption), M.A. (New York University)—1970.
Francis, Azra D.; B.A., B.A. (Hons.), M.A., Ph.D. (Natal); L.T.C.L.,
F.T.C.L.—1972.
Assistant Professors
Laing, Patricia Hennessy; B.A. (Windsor), M.A. (Wayne State)—1985.
Keating, Michael; B.A. (Acadia), M.F.A. (Boston)—1997.
Walsh, Lionel; B.F.A. (Windsor), M.F.A. (Virginia Commonwealth)—1997.
Ruggirello, Tina; B.A., M.Ed. (Windsor)—1996.
Adjunct Professor
Klein, Owen; B.A., M.A. (Villanova), Ph.D. (Indiana)—1979.
3.5.1 PROGRAM REGULATIONS
Students are directed to become familiar and to comply with the general
regulations of the University as described in 2.5 which apply to all students.
Additionally, students must comply with the particular regulations which
apply to Dramatic Art programs.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates for the B.F.A. Acting and B.F.A. Music Theatre degrees will
be limited in number and in addition to meeting the general admission requirements
of the university as outlined in Section 2.4 must show evidence of aptitude
in performance by auditioning. Auditions are scheduled in the Spring. Audition
requirements, dates, and applicable fees are available on request.
Proficiency in the English language is required in Dramatic Art.
STANDING REQUIRED
In addition to complying with the general university regulation (see
2.5.19) in order to advance in B.F.A. programs, students must obtain a
minimum grade of C in all "core" courses.
OTHER REGULATIONS
1) Dramatic Art 24-100 (The Nature of Theatre I) and 24-200 (The Nature
of Theatre II) are requirements for all first-year, full-time Dramatic
Art majors.
2) Non-majors wishing to take a Dramatic Art course as an option may
enter Dramaatic Art courses (with the exception of those which are further
restricted only to B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students) only with the
consent of the instructor.
3) Only third- and fourth-year students may enrol in Directed Studies
courses (with consent of the instructor).
All students majoring in Dramatic Art programs are strongly advised
to seek academic advising prior to registration each term.
UNIVERSITY PLAYERS
University Players is a serious and dedicated training ground for young
theatre artists. It is a venue where faculty, staff, and guest artists
find an opportunity for creative expression and showcase professional-calibre
content and conduct. All Dramaatic Art programs come together at University
Players. First-year students learn the backstage and front-of-house operation
of the theatre as members of running crews for two productions. In later
years, students work in the areas that correspond to their chosen B.A.
or B.F.A. degree programs. University Players produces fifty-five performances
of six plays annually, to a total of 15,000 audience members.
3.5.2 PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Requirements for degree programs in Dramaatic Art make reference to
the following groups of courses:
Group A—Performance Related Courses: 24-225, 24-235, 24-244,
24-277, 24-278, 24-284, 24-310, 24-325, 24-344, 24-351, 24-352, 24-384,
24-421, and 24-449.
Group B—Theatre History Courses: 24-130, 24-230, 24-330, 24-333,
24-335, 24-439, and 24-469.
Group C—Technical/Design Courses: 24-115, 24-211, 24-212, 24-213,
24-215, 24-216, 24-217, 24-319, 24-351, 24-352, 24-353, and 24-452.
Minor, general degree, honours degree and combined honours degree programs
are available in Drama. Honours professional programs are available in
Acting and in Music Theatre.
Minor in Drama
A minor in Drama shall consist of six courses, including 24-231 or
24-333. No more than two courses may be at the 100 level.
General B.A. in Drama
Total courses: thirty.
Major requirements: ten courses, including 24-100 and 24-200;
plus one course from each of groups A, B, and C; and five additional Dramaatic
Art courses as chosen in consultation with a Dramatic Art program advisor.
Option requirements (see 2.5.14 for subject areas): six courses
including
(a) two Social Science courses;
(b) two Language courses in the same language or two Science courses;
(c) two additional courses from Arts, Languages, Social Science or
Science.
Other requirements:
(a) six courses from Arts, Languages, Social Science, and Science,
including Dramaatic Art;
(b) two courses from Arts, Languages, Social Science, and Science,
excluding Dramatic Art;
(c) six courses from any area of study, excluding Dramatic Art.
Honours B.A. in Drama
Total courses: forty.
Major requirements: twenty courses, including 24-100, 24-200;
plus one course from each of groups A, B, and C; and fifteen additional
Dramatic Art courses as chosen in consultation with a Dramatic Art program
advisor.
Option requirements (see 2.5.14 for subject areas): six courses
including
(a) two Social Science courses;
(b) two Language courses in the same language or two Science courses;
(c) two additional courses from Arts, Languages, Social Science or
Science.
Other requirements:
(a) 26-122 and 26-123, or two options as recommended by an advisor
in Dramatic Art;
(b) four courses from Arts, Languages, Social Science, and Science,
including Dramatic Art;
(c) two courses from Arts, Languages, Social Science, and Science,
excluding Dramatic Art;
(d) six courses from any area of study, excluding Dramatic Art.
Honours B.A. in Drama in Education
This program is designed for those students interested in pursuing
future careers in the educational and developmental fields as elementary
and secondary dramatic arts teachers, special education teachers, drama
consultants in the community, and specialists in theatre for young audiences.
Field work will be assigned only if a student is assessed to have suitable
personal qualities as well as academic qualifications.
Students wishing to obtain certification from the Ministry of Education
and Training must enrol in the Faculty of Education upon the successful
completion of this program.
Drama in Education students may select options in Visual Arts. To do
so, they must apply to Visual Arts during the Winter term of their first
year. Their requests will be reviewed by interview and/or portfolio.
A concentration of six courses in a second teachable subject is advisable
for students wishing to apply to a faculty of education. Students wishing
to pursue a career in teaching are strongly advised to consult an academic
advisor.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1) All candidates must meet the requirements for admission to the University
of Windsor.
2) In addition, an interview will be required.
3) Enrolment is limited.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Total courses: forty.
Major requirements: twenty courses, including 24-100, 24-200,
24-225, 24-270, 24-271, 24-277, 24-284, 24-370, 24-371, 24-372. 24-373,
and 24-479 (taken twice); plus two of 24-377, 24-378, 24-470, and 24-471;
and five additional Dramatic Art courses to be identified in consultation
with a Dramatic Art program advisor.
Other requirements (see 2.5.14 for subject areas):
(a) four English courses. (Recommended: 26-100, 26-122, and 26-123);
(b) four Psychology courses: 46-115, 46-116, 46-223, and 46-224;
(c) two courses from Languages or two courses from Science;
(d) two courses from Music (32- or 33-), Visual Arts (27-), or Kinesiology
(95-);
(e) eight additional courses from any area of study.
Combined Honours Programs
Total courses: forty.
Major requirements—Dramatic Art: seventeen courses as prescribed
by a Dramatic Art program advisor.
Major requirements—Other Subject: as prescribed by that area
of study.
Option requirements (see 2.5.14 for subject areas): six courses
including
(a) two Social Science courses;
(b) two Language courses in the same language or two Science courses;
(c) two additional courses from Arts, Languages, Social Science or
Science.
Other requirements: additional options (if required) to a total
of forty courses.
Honours B.A. in Drama and Communication Studies
Total courses: forty.
Major requirements—Dramatic Art: seventeen courses, including
24-100 and 24-200, 24-421, and 24-422; plus one course from each of groups
A, B, and C; and ten additional Dramatic Art courses as chosen in consultation
with a Dramatic Art program advisor.
Major requirements—Communication Studies: sixteen courses, including
40-100, 40-101, and any four Foundations courses; plus at least two (and
up to eight) in Design and Applications; and at least one (and up to four)
in Policy and Systems; and at least three (and up to eight) in Culture
and Theory. At least three Communication Studies courses must be at the
400 level.
Other requirements (see 2.5.14 for subject areas):
(a) two courses from Languages or Science;
(b) English 26-122 and 26-123, or two options as recommended by a Dramatic
Art program advisor;
(c) three additional options.
HONOURS PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dramatic Art: Acting
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) program is available only to those
who have successfully auditioned and been invited to study for an eventual
career in the professional theatre. This intensive program requires four
years of study. Students develop performance techniques through courses
in acting, voice, interpretation, improvisation, movement, fencing, and
dance. They are also exposed to training from professional Canadian theatre
artists who conduct workshops ranging in length from one day to six weeks.
All B.F.A. (Acting) students participate in University Players productions.
This basic education, followed in some cases by further training, may
lead to career opportunities in professional theatre, television, or film.
This program is also designed to prepare students to pursue graduate work
and related arts.
A transfer credit articulation agreement with Humber College may allow
graduates of the three-year Theatre Performance program to obtain advanced
standing (see 2.4.7).
Total courses: forty.
Major requirements: thirty courses, the "core" of twenty-seven
courses, consisting of 24-100, 24-120, 24-121, 24-130, 24-200, 24-220,
24-221, 24-223, 24-224, 24-228, 24-230, 24-321, 24-322, 24-323, 24-324,
24-328, 24-329, 24-333, 24-420, 24-428, and 24-451; and two courses from
the range of 24-453 to 24-458; and the following half courses: 24-126,
24-127, 24-128, 24-129, 24-226, 24-227, 24-326, and 24-327; and three additional,
non-core Dramatic Art courses to be identified in consultation with a faculty
advisor.
Other requirements (see 2.5.14 for subject areas):
(a) two of 11-231, 17-235, 26-122, 26-123, 26-235, 26-254, 26-326,
26-327, 26-328, or 26-355;
(b) two additional English courses, including any not already selected
from the previous list;
(c) two Social Science courses;
(d) two courses from any area of study, excluding Dramatic Art;
(e) two courses from any area of study, including Dramatic Art.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Theatre
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre) program is designed to prepare
students for careers in professional music theatre and is offered jointly
with Music. Students must be invited to study after successfully completing
auditions in singing, acting, and dancing, an in music skills testing.
Training in acting includes developing the voice, body, and dramatic
imagination through courses in acting, dance/movement, and theory. Music
training includes practical study in musicianship and vocal training. Throughout
this training, students work with music theatre professionals through the
music theatre Artist-in-Residence and workshops ranging in length from
one day to a full term.
This program is designed to prepare students for careers as actors/singers/dancers
in professional music theatre, night club entertainment, or television
performance. This program also prepares students to pursue graduate work
and related arts.
A transfer credit articulation agreement with Sheridan College may allow
graduates of that program to obtain advanced standing (see 2.4.7).
Advanced Standing: Advanced standing may be given in 32-222 and 32-223.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Total courses: forty.
Major requirements—Dramatic Art: nineteen "core" courses, consisting
of 24-100, 24-120, 24-121, 24-200, 24-220, 24-221, 24-223, 24-224, 24-228,
24-329, 24-420, and 24-458; plus one of 24-229 or 24-428; plus one course
from the range of 24-321 to 24-324; plus one course from the range of 24-453
to 24-458; plus the following half courses: 24-126, 24-127, 24-128, 24-129,
24-226, 24-227, 24-326, and 24-327.
Major requirements—Music: sixteen courses, consisting of the
fifteen "core" courses, 32-114, 32-115, 32-336, 32-337, 33-347 (taken eight
times), and 33-414 (taken twice); and the half courses 32-222 and 32-223;
plus one non-core Music course.
Other requirements (see 2.5.14 for subject areas):
(a) two of 07-201, 07-202, 26-122 and 26-123;
(b) three courses from any area of study, excluding Dramatic Art (24-)
and Music (32- and 33-).
OTHER REGULATIONS
Keyboard Proficiency: All Students must meet the keyboard proficiency
requirement. (See Program Regulations, 3.11.1.)
3.5.3 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Not all courses listed will necessarily be offered each year. Courses
are three hours a week (3.00 credit hours) unless otherwise indicated.
24-100. The Nature of Theatre I
Two of the following topics will be covered: the analysis of the play
script; the mechanics of performance; the principles of direction; and
theories of design/technical theatre. Students are required to be crew
members for one University Players production. (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-111. Appreciation of Theatre
An examination of factors and principles involved in an audience's
appreciation of theatre. (No prerequisite.) (Open to non-Dramatic Art majors.)
24-115. Stagecraft I
Introductory courses specifically directed toward the technical aspects
of scenic construction.
24-120. Voice for the Actor I
An introduction to the study and practice of voice and speech for the
theatre. (Restricted to B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.) (Laboratory
hours by arrangement.)
24-121. Voice for the Actor II
Continuation of 24-120. The study and practice of voice and speech
for the theatre. (Restricted to B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.)
(Prerequisite: 24-120.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-126. Movement for the Actor I
An introduction to the study and practice of movement for the actor.
(1.50 credit hours) (Restricted to B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students
only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-127. Movement for the Actor II
Continuation of 24-126. The study and practice of movement for the
actor. (Prerequisite: 24-126.) (1.50 credit hours.) (Restricted to B.F.A.
Acting/Music Theatre students only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-128. Improvisation and Introduction to Acting for the Theatre
I
An introduction to the study and practice of acting with an emphasis
on the basic elements of improvisation. (1.50 credit hours.) (Restricted
to B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-129. Improvisation and Introduction to Acting for the Theatre
II
Continuation of 24-128. The study and practice of basic elements of
acting and improvisation (Prerequisite: 24-128.) (1.50 credit hours.) (Restricted
to B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-130. Theatre History I
A study of the main elements of Greek, Roman, medieval, Italian, and
English Renaissance Theatre. (Open to non-Dramatic Art majors.)
24-200. The Nature of Theatre II
Continuation of 24-100. Two of the following topics will be covered:
the analysis of the play script; the mechanics of performance; the principles
of direction; and theories of design/technical theatre. Students are required
to be crew members for one University Players production. (Laboratory hours
by arrangement.)
24-210. Speech Communication to Inform
A beginning course designed to help the student to develop poise and
confidence in communicating information. (2 lecture hours a week.) (Not
available on an Audit basis.)
24-211. Scenic Design I
Introduction to the technical aspects of design for the stage; communicating
the design idea through basic drafting techniques. (Prerequisite: 24-115,
or consent of instructor.)
24-212. Scenic Design II
Problems related to the designing of a multi-set production; communicating
the design idea through the use of draftings, models, and colour renderings.
(Prerequisite: 24-211 or consent of instructor.)
24-213. Scene Painting for the Theatre
Laboratory and demonstration course with an emphasis on materials,
texturing techniques, and the creation of three-dimensional effects. (Laboratory
hours by arrangement.)
24-215. Stage and Lighting Design
The introduction and application of basic principles, including electricity,
instruments, and design theory. (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-216. Stagecraft II
Advanced practical application of scenic construction principles. (Prerequisite:
24-115 or consent of instructor.)
24-217. Costume Design
The principles of costume design for the stage; character analysis;
textile manipulation.
24-218. Voice Techniques
A description of the processes and techniques involved in breathing-phonation-resonance-articulation
for healthy voice. (No prerequisite.) (2 lecture hours a week.) (Not available
on an Audit basis.) (May not be taken for credit toward a B.F.A. Acting/Music
Theatre degree.) (Open to non-Dramatic Art majors.)
24-220. Voice for the Actor III
Continuation of 24-121. The study and practice of voice and speech
for the theatre. (Prerequisite: 24-121.) (Restricted to B.F.A. Acting/Music
Theatre students only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-221. Voice for the Actor IV
Continuation of 24-220. The study and practice of voice and speech
for the theatre. (Prerequisite: 24-220.) (Restricted to B.F.A. Acting/Music
Theatre students only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-223. Acting for the Theatre I
Continuation of 24-129. The emphasis will be on acting exercises, script
analysis and scene work. (Prerequisite: 24-129.) (Restricted to B.F.A.
Acting/Music Theatre students only.) (May be taken twice with the consent
of the instructor if assignments or their treatments are significantly
varied.)
24-224. Acting for the Theatre II
Continuation of 24-223. The emphasis will be on the analysis and performance
of scenes from plays. (Prerequisite: 24-223.) (Restricted to B.F.A. Acting/Music
Theatre students only.) (May be taken twice with the consent of the instructor
if assignments or their treatments are significantly varied.)
24-225. Introductory Acting I
A practical study of the fundamentals of acting experienced through
acting exercises.
24-226. Movement for the Actor III
Continuation of 24-127. The study and practice of movement for the
actor. (Prerequisite: 24-127.) (1.50 credit hours.) (Restricted to B.F.A.
Acting/Music Theatre students only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-227. Movement for the Actor IV
Continuation of 24-226. The study and practice of movement for the
actor. (Prerequisite: 24-226.) (1.50 credit hours.) (Restricted to B.F.A.
Acting/Music Theatre students only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-228. Improvisation for the Theatre
(Continuation of 24-129.) Application of the basic elements of improvisational
acting to advanced, spontaneous scenes, and the preparation and presentation
of acting exercises. (Corequisite: 24-223 or 24-223.) (Restricted to B.F.A.
Acting/Music Theatre students only.)
24-229. Dance for the Theatre
A practical course in a variety of dance styles for the theatre. (Restricted
to B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only, or by consent of instructor.)
(Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-230. Theatre History II
A study of the main elements of French and English theatre of the seventeenth,
eighteenth, and nineteenth centuries. (Open to non-Dramatic Art majors.)
24-235. Introductory Acting II
Emphasis is on acting exercises based on script analysis. (Prerequisite:
24-225.)
24-244. Directing I
An examination of the principles of play direction, including the role
of the director, choosing plays, casting, analysis, picturization and composition,
rehearsal techniques, and scene presentation. (Prerequisite: 24-225, or
consent of instructor.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-270. Creative Drama I: Play Theory and Creativity
An introduction to the principles, theories, and applications of creative
drama, with an emphasis on creativity and the developmental aspects of
play. (Individual course sections may be restricted to Honours Drama in
Education students only.) (4 lecture hours a week.)
24-271. Creative Drama II: Storytelling
Continuing study of creative drama, with an emphasis on the techniques
of telling, making, and playing with stories. (Prerequisite: 24-270 or
consent of instructor.) (Individual course sections may be restricted to
Honours Drama in Education students only.) (4 lecture hours a week.)
24-272. The Creative Process
An interdisciplinary introduction to the creative process through an
exploration of the lives and works of selected creative women and men.
Topics include imaging, dreaming, associating, innovating, and problem
solving. (Open to students from any area of study in the University.)
24-277. Developmental Improvisation I
Involves a practical application of theatre games and the basic elements
of improvisation to self-development. (Prerequisite: 24-270 or consent
of instructor.) (Individual course sections may be restricted to Honours
Drama in Education students only.) (4 lecture hours a week.)
24-278. Developmental Improvisation II
A continuation of the study of developmental improvisation. Involves
practical applications of improvisation to improvised scenes and written
texts. (Prerequisite: 24-277 or consent of the instructor.) (Individual
course sections may be restricted to Honours Drama in Education students
only.) (4 lecture hours a week.)
24-284. Creative Movement and Voice I
The study and practice of movement and voice as they relate to the
individual, theatre, and the classroom. Emphasis may be on one or both
disciplines as necessary. (Prerequisite: 24-100 or consent of instructor.)
(Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-309. Oral Interpretation of Literature
A course designed to bring to the student an understanding of effective
methods of content analysis and presentation of literature. Various kinds
of literature will be chosen by the student through the oral interpretation
of which he or she may demonstrate an understanding and ability.
24-310. Readers' Theatre
A study of the principles and techniques involved in script-in-hand
acting and of dramatic play-reading.
24-319. Studies in Design
Designed for the advanced student who wishes to explore further studies
in scenic, lighting, or costume design. (Prerequisite: consent of a faculty
or staff advisor.) (May be repeated for credit if assignments or their
treatments are significantly varied.)
24-321. Acting—Work in Progress I
Rehearsal project in a performance style selected by Dramatic Art.
The play or scenes from plays become the catalyst for the discovery of
the style related to its period. (Prerequisite: 24-224.) (Restricted to
B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.)
24-322. Acting—Work in Progress II
Rehearsal project in a performance style selected by Dramatic Art.
The play or scenes from plays become the catalyst for the discovery of
the style related to its period. (Prerequisite: 24-224.) (Restricted to
B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.)
24-323. Acting—Work in Progress III
Rehearsal project in a performance style selected by Dramatic Art.
The play or scenes from plays become the catalyst for the discovery of
the style related to its period. (Prerequisite: 24-224.) (Restricted to
B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.)
24-324. Acting—Work in Progress IV
Rehearsal project in a performance style selected by Dramatic Art.
The play or scenes from plays become the catalyst for the discovery of
the style related to its period. (Prerequisite: 24-224.) (Restricted to
B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.) (May be taught in conjunction
with 26-203.)
24-325. Intermediate Acting III
Emphasis is on the development of situation and characterization. The
period to be studied may vary from year to year. (Prerequisite: 24-235
or consent of instructor.)
24-326. Voice and Movement for the Actor I
Application of voice and movement techniques as they relate to performance
assignments. Emphasis may be on one or both disciplines as necessary. (1.50
credit hours.) (May be taken twice for credit.) (Restricted to B.F.A. Acting/Music
Theatre students only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-327. Voice and Movement for the Actor II
Advanced application of voice and movement techniques as they relate
to performance assignments. Emphasis may be on one or both disciplines
as necessary. (Prerequisite: 24-326.) (1.50 credit hours.) (Restricted
to B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-328. Voice and Movement Workshop for the Actor
A workshop in voice and movement techniques as they relate to performance
assignments. Emphasis may be on one or both disciplines as necessary. (Corequisite:
one of 24-321, 24-322, 24-323, 24-324, or 33-414.) (May be taken for credit
twice.) (Restricted to B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.) (Laboratory
hours by arrangement.)
24-329. Character Study
Independent work in researching, developing, and presenting character
projects based on life studies. (Restricted to B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre
students only.) (May be taken for credit twice with consent of instructor
if assignments or their treatments are significantly varied.)
24-330. Theatre in the Twentieth Century
A study of major theatrical movements and experiments in theatre during
the twentieth century. (Open to non-Dramatic Art majors.)
24-333. Canadian Theatre History
A study of the evolution of theatre in Canada. (Open to non-Dramatic
Art majors.)
24-335. World Theatre History
A lecture/demonstration course devoted to the study of artistic traditions
in non-Western theatres, such as those of India, China, Japan, Africa,
and the Middle East. (Open to non-Dramatic Art majors.)
24-344. Directing II
A practical course involving rehearsal techniques and the presentation
of scenes or one-act plays. (Prerequisite: 24-244 or consent of instructor.)
(Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-351. Production Problems
Explorations of current trends, materials, or practices in performance
or non-performance, with an emphasis on problem solving techniques. The
student will research and develop solutions to one or more production problems
and present his/her findings in a seminar situation. (Prerequisite: consent
of a faculty or staff advisor.) (Hours by arrangement.) (May be repeated
for credit is assignments or their treatments are significantly varied.)
24-352. Production Problems
Explorations of current trends, materials, or practices in performance
or non-performance, with an emphasis on problem solving techniques. The
student will research and develop solutions to one or more production problems
and present his/her findings in a seminar situation. (Prerequisite: consent
of a faculty or staff advisor.) (May be repeated for credit if assignments
or their treatments are significantly varied.) (Hours by arrangement.)
24-353. Production Problems: Stage Management
A theoretical and practical course examining the duties and responsibilities
of the theatrical stage manager, including rehearsal procedures, protocol
and etiquette, assembling the production script, cuing methods and notations,
and security/safety regulations. (Prerequisite: consent of a faculty or
staff advisor.) (May be repeated for credit if assignments or their treatments
are significantly varied.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-370. Drama in Education: Curriculum Theory I
A course in the use of drama as it relates to the curriculum for Grades
K through Six. Individual learning difficulties, including special needs
will be discussed. (Field contacts are with the consent of Drama in Education
instructors and may be outside class time.) (Prerequisite: 24-271 or consent
of instructor.) (Restricted to Drama in Education students only.) (4 lecture
hours a week.)
24-371. Drama in Education: Curriculum Theory II
A course in the use of drama as it relates to the curriculum for Grades
Seven to Twelve and OAC. Individual learning difficulties, including special
needs will be discussed. (Field contacts are with the consent of Drama
in Education instructors and may be outside class time.) (Prerequisite:
24-271 or consent of instructor.) (Restricted to Drama in Education students
only.) (4 lecture hours a week.)
24-372. Drama in Education: Curriculum Applications I
A continuing study in the use of drama as it relates to the curriculum
for Grades K through Six. Individual learning difficulties, including special
needs will be discussed. Completion of a classroom contact is required.
(Field contacts are with the consent of Drama in Education instructors
and may be outside class time.) (Prerequisite: 24-370 or consent of instructor.)
(Restricted to Drama in Education students only.) (4 lecture hours a week.)
24-373. Drama in Education: Curriculum Applications II
A continuing study in the use of drama as it relates to the curriculum
for Grades Seven through Twelve and OAC. Individual learning difficulties,
including special needs will be discussed. Completion of a classroom contact
is required. (Field contacts are with the consent of Drama in Education
instructors and may be outside class time.) (Prerequisite: 24-371 or consent
of instructor.) (Restricted to Drama in Education students only.) (4 lecture
hours a week.)
24-377. Developmental Drama
A practical introduction to principles, theories, and applications
of drama and theatre techniques to promote and maintain health and well-being
for individuals and communities. (Prerequisite: 24-277 or consent of the
instructor.)
24-378. Special Topics in Drama in Education
Investigations of special topics in Drama in Education through structured
readings and independent research. (May be taken for credit twice if assignments
or approaches are significantly varied.)
24-384. Creative Movement and Voice II
Continuation of 24-284. The study and practice of movement and voice
as they relate to the individual, theatre, and the classroom. Emphasis
may be on one or both disciplines as necessary. (Cross-listed with 95-384.)
(Prerequisite: 24-284 or consent of instructor.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-400. Style in Theatre
An exploration of selected theatrical styles.
24-420. Graduation Recital
The selection, preparation, and presentation of suitable audition material
in a recital situation. An introduction to the business of being a professional
actor will be addressed. (Restricted to fourth-year B.F.A. Acting/Music
Theatre students only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-421. Television Performance
Introduction to basic television performance techniques. Each student
performs behind and in front of the camera although the emphasis is on
performance. (Prerequisite: 24-225 or 24-235, or by consent of instructor.
Restricted to third- and fourth-year students.) (May be taken for credit
twice.)
24-422. Advanced Television Performance/Production
Students work individually or in small groups under the supervision
of an instructor in the execution of a project for television. (Prerequisite:
24-421 or consent of instructor.) (2 lecture hours, 4 laboratory hours
per week.) (May be taken for credit twice.)
24-428. Advanced Workshop in Movement or Dance
An advanced workshop in movement or dance. The style of movement/dance
may change from year to year. (May be taken for credit twice.) (Restricted
to B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.) (Laboratory hours by arrangement.)
24-439. Directed Studies in History, Theory, or Theatre Administration
Designed for the advanced student who wishes to explore a special area
of history, theory, or theatre administration with a faculty advisor. (Prerequisite:
consent of a faculty advisor.) (May be taken for credit twice if assignments
or their treatments are significantly varied.) (Hours by arrangement.)
24-449. Directed Studies in Direction
Designed for the advanced student who wishes to explore a special area
of direction with a faculty advisor. (Prerequisite: consent of the faculty
advisor.) (May be taken for credit twice.)
24-451. Performance Seminar
Study of professional practice and performance in theatre art. Supervised
by a visiting professional in a work-in-progress situation. (Restricted
to B.F.A. Acting students only.)
24-452. Directed Studies in Production
A series of theatrical play production situations in which the advanced
student will research, develop, and execute a major technical/design assignment
under the supervision of a faculty advisor. (May be repeated for credit
if assignments or approaches are significantly varied.) (Prerequisite:
consent of a faculty advisor.)
24-453. to 24-457. Directed Studies in Performance
The emphasis in these courses will be a series of plays selected and
produced by Dramatic Art. Students will research, develop, and execute
a role in the performance situation under the supervision of a faculty
advisor-director. (May be taken for credit twice.) (Restricted to fourth-year
B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.)
24-458. Music Theatre Ensemble Production
The emphasis in this course will be the production of a musical play
selected and produced by Dramatic Art and Music. Students will research,
develop, and execute a role in the performance situation under the supervision
of a faculty advisor-director. (May be taken for credit twice.) (Restricted
to fourth-year B.F.A. Acting/Music Theatre students only.)
24-469. Directed Studies in Cross-Cultural Theatre
Designed for the advanced student who wishes to explore a special area
of theatre of a unique culture with a faculty advisor. (Prerequisite: consent
of a faculty advisor.) (May be taken for credit twice.)
24-470. Theatre for Young Audiences I
An introduction to the history and objectives of theatre for young
audiences. To include an international perspective of the field through
readings of representative scripts, an examination of relationships between
style and content, and the effects of changing cultural views of children
on theatre for young audiences. (Prerequisites: 24-225, 24-271, and 24-277,
or consent of instructor.) (4 lecture hours a week.)
24-471. Theatre for Young Audiences II
Research and practical work in the principles and techniques of theatre
for young audiences. Students will be required to participate in the development
and performance of a theatrical production for young audiences. (May be
taken for credit twice.) (Prerequisites: 24-470 and a successful audition,
or consent of instructor.) (3 lecture, 3 laboratory hours a week.)
24-479. Directed Studies in Drama in Education
Independent, directed study in a special area of interest in drama
in education under the supervision of a faculty advisor. (May be taken
for credit twice.) (Prerequisite: 24-378 and consent of the faculty advisor.)
(Placement hours by arrangement.)
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