This survey course reflects how contemporary playwrights (1960 to the present) have utilized theatre and drama to examine identity and culture, including race, gender, and sexuality, within their historical and present-day contexts. Content is adjusted to reflect current scholarship and dramatic literature that examines these topics. Prerequisites: ENGL-104 or 105 or 195, LDW course. LA

A study of plays, current production, playwrights, actors, and theatrical practices in selected cities, either in the U.S. or abroad. This course culminates in a required field trip which allows on site observation of theatrical practices, and consists of attending productions and guest lectures as well as backstage tours. Additional fees required. May be repeated for credit with different content. Graded CR/NC.

The art of dramatic writing is explored, as well as the production of scripts for stage presentation. Prerequisite: ENGL 104

This course focuses on performance requirements and techniques for the actor, including the process of preparation to performance, and the stylistic differences between genres. The course utilizes material from existing theatre literature in a variety of styles. Solo and ensemble participation is expected of students. Restricted to theatre majors. Restricted to students with junior standing and higher. May be repeated for credit.

Courses on topics of interest to students in theatre offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by the instructor. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. May be repeated for credit. For specific section description, click to the Section Details in VitNet.

This course covers the basics of sound use in live performance venues. System design, assembly, and use are discussed, as well as some theory and applicable electrical principles.

A study of application techniques for the theatre painter, the course focus is on class projects designed to provide the student with opportunities to handle a wide range of subject matter and to employ a variety of painting methods. Emphasis is placed upon the ability to reproduce details, colors, and styles. AE

This course is a hands-on learning experience in theatre production. Students will gain practical skills and essential knowledge of what it takes to mount a production for the stage by working in various production areas such as: scenic, lighting, costumes, props, stage management, or backstage production crew. The specific area will be assigned by theatre faculty at the start of the semester taking into consideration each students experience, their educational needs, and the technical needs of each production. Graded CR/NC. Two credit registration requires instructor approval.

Through weekly reading and discussion, this course explores plays and playwrights that are at the forefront of the American professional theatre repertory. Content is adjusted to reflect new plays in the expanding canon as well as older texts that are regularly revived for production. LA

This course examines and applies the fundamentals of play direction: play selection, casting, blocking, movement, interpretation, and production organization. Prerequisites: 225.