SPE 110               (3)

Public Speaking.

Prerequisite: ENG 111.

An exploration and practice of the fundamental principles of oral communication in regards to
public speaking. Interpersonal skills, organizing ideas into messages, and speaking
dynamically and with purpose are major components of the class. Students learn the process of communication as an active, dynamic cycle and the relationship between a positive attitude and effective oral communication. Informative, impromptu, extemporaneous and persuasive
speaking are included.
Required in the Core Curriculum. Speech 110 satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in
Communication Skills, Area A-1 (1995) and Area B-1 (2005).
Offered every semester.

SPE 202               (3)

Voice and Diction.

Study, description, and development of breathing techniques, vocal

production, articulation, expressiveness, and Standard American Speech through the use of the International Phoenetic Alphabet.   Oral readings from literature are prepared and presented as part of class.   Recommended for non-majors, especially for Communications majors.

Offered Fall Semester.

SPE 203. Argumentation. (3)
Prerequisite: SPE 110.
Critical analysis of and response to reasoning used in oral and written arguments. Students
engage in debates and examine logical strengths and weaknesses of claims appearing in a
variety of media.
Offered at departmental discretion.

SPE 204               (3)

Oral Interpretation:   The Study of Literature through Performance.

A study of significant religious and secular literature as expressions of human culture.   After thorough analysis, the student performs prose, poetry and/or dramatic literature, creating his or her own expression of human culture.   Emphasis will be placed on the understanding and appreciation of literature and how that understanding can be

communicated to an audience.   Attendance at on-campus and off-campus performance events may be required.

Speech 204 satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Humanities, Area E-2.

Offered at departmental discretion.

SPE 310               (3)

Advanced Public Discourse.

Prerequisite:   SPE 110.

Presentational, listening, and

research skills including inter-

viewing, group communication, and public speaking in settings relevant to professional environments.

Offered at departmental discretion.

SPE 481, 482               (3, 3)

Seminar in Speech.

An intensive study of a selected area in speech; topics to be selected in   accordance with the needs of speech students. The following seminar titles are offered as examples:

a. Communication Arts in Performance

b.   Chamber Theatre

c.   Interview Communication

Offered at departmental discretion.

SPE 491, 492               (1-3, 1-3)

Independent Study.

Independent study of an area or problem of speech to be selected in consultation with department faculty.  

Offered at departmental discretion.

SPE 495, 496               (1-3, 1-3)

Internship.

Prerequisite: SPE 110.

Internships or practical experience in an approved program of study.  

Offered at departmental discretion.

Subject to regulations and restrictions on page 56.

THE 101               (3)

Acting I.

Development of basic acting skills and techniques with the focus on freedom, spontaneity,
concentration, and truthful response. Through analysis and scenework, students gain a deeper
understanding of particular works of dramatic literature and the expressions of human culture
provided by the playwrights. Students are required to develop skills and attitudes related to the fulfilling use of leisure time by viewing both on-campus and off-campus theatrical productions.
Theatre 101 satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Fine Arts, Area E-3 (1995) and
Area C-3 (2005).
Offered Fall Semester.

THE 103               (2)

Stagecraft I.

Co-requisite: THE 104.

The study of modern technical

staging methods, techniques, and equipment and the construction of

stage scenery and properties. This class meets for two classroom hours per week.  

Stagecraft I MUST   be taken concurrently with Stagecraft I Lab.

Offered Fall Semester.

THE 104               (1)

Stagecraft I Lab.

Co-requisite: THE 103.

The application of modern technical staging methods, techniques, and equipment and the construction of stage scenery and properties. This class meets for two laboratory hours per week. Stagecraft Lab MUST   be taken concurrently with Stagecraft.

A materials fee of $50 is charged to cover the cost of materials and equipment costs.

Offered Fall Semester.

THE 110               (3)

Theatre Appreciation.

An analysis and application of various aspects of the Theatre from its beginnings to the present,
including a study of various works of dramatic literature. Through the works of
significant playwrights, Theatre, as a form of art, is defined and related to expressions of
human culture and to other arts. Attendance at both on-campus and off-campus productions
and practical involvement in activities of the Department of Theatre may be required.
Recommended for non-majors.
Theatre 110 satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Fine Arts, Area E-3 (1995) and
Area C-3 (2005).
Offered every semester.

THE 111, 112, 121, 122,

131, 132, 141, 142

                            (1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1)

Theatre Production - Performance.

Open to all students by audition.   Students participate in an acting capacity in departmental productions.   Attendance at evening rehearsals and performances is required.

Offered every semester.

THE 113, 114, 123, 124,

133, 134, 143, 144

                            (1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1)

Theatre Production - Technical.

Open to all students by audition.   Students participate in a technical   capacity in departmental productions.   Students accept production staff assignments. Attendance at evening rehearsals and performances may be required.

Offered every semester.

THE 202               (3)

Acting II.

Prerequisite: THE 101 or permission of instructor.

A continuation of the development of basic acting skills through advanced analysis and scene study units.   Students gain a deeper

understanding of particular works of dramatic literature and the

expressions of human culture

provided by the playwrights.   Students are required to develop skills and attitudes related to the

fulfilling use of leisure time by

viewing both on-campus and off-campus theatrical productions.

Offered Spring Semester, odd-numbered years.

THE 203               (3)

Stagecraft II.

Co-requisite: THE 204.

Prerequisite: THE 103 & THE 104.

A continued development of skills and techniques learned in Stagecraft with practical on- and off-campus experiences. Additional experience and training in stage lighting control, construction techniques, and running crews may be included.

Stagecraft II MUST   be taken concurrently with Stagecraft II Lab.

Offered Spring Semester.

THE 204               (3)

Stagecraft II Lab.

Co-requisite: THE 203.

Prerequisite: THE 103 & THE 104.

A major production involvement in a leadership capacity such as Crew Chief, Master Carpenter, or Master Electrician as well as construction support for departmental productions.

Stagecraft II MUST   be taken concurrently with Stagecraft II Lab.

A materials fee of $50 is charged to cover the cost of materials and equipment costs.

Offered Spring Semester.

THE 212               (3)

Acting for the Camera.

Prerequisites: THE 101.

An examination and exploration of specialized acting techniques used for performance in the mediums of television and/or film and the reasons these techniques are used. Using the facilities of the Langford Communication Center, students will explore the differences between stage and studio as well as “on location” performance in a variety of scene work and experimental activities. Students will not only perform, but also serve as technical crew for in-class productions. Rehearsal and studio work in addition to class time is required. Students will retain a tape of their work.

A materials fee of $90 is charged to help cover the maintenance of the production equipment.

Recommended for both Communications and Theatre students.

Offered at departmental discretion.

THE 231               (3)

Stage Makeup.

A study of the principles and

methods of stage makeup. Included will be makeup for various periods and styles of theatre. Students will learn straight stage makeup, stage violence makeup and old-age makeup among other topics.   Application-based course allows students to practice makeup designs during each class period.   Students are required to purchase recommended personal makeup kit.

A materials fee of $65 is charged to cover the cost of materials. Students retain the makeup kit which is the significant item in the charge for this class.

Offered Fall Semester, even-numbered years.

THE 232               (3)

Stage Costuming.

A study of the principles and

methods of stage costuming.   Students participate in researching historical periods of costuming and practice renderings of costume designs.

Offered at departmental discretion.

THE 295, 296, 395, 396. Theatre Internship. (1, 1, 1, 1)
Laboratory experience in theatre production skills. Individual projects to be selected in
consultation with departmental faculty.
Offered every semester.

THE 242               (2)

Stage Management.

An introduction to the art of stage management emphasizing practical application of the principles, techniques, and established procedures of stage management. This class consists of both theory and application.

Offered Spring Semester, even-numbered years.

THE 301               (3)

History of the Theatre.

Development of all phases of the theatre and drama from the ancient Greeks to modern times.

Theatre 301 satisfies Core Curriculum requirements in Fine Arts, Area E-3.

Offered Fall Semester, odd-numbered years.

THE 302               (3)

Scenic Design.

Prerequisite: ART 161 or permission of instructor.

Principles and methods of

modern scenic design. Instruction in presentation techniques and

theatrical drafting.

A materials fee of $50 is charged to cover the cost of materials.

Offered Spring Semester, odd-numbered years.

THE 303               (3)

Stage Lighting and Lighting Design.

Principles, methods, and tools of stage lighting design, and the use of lighting equipment.

A materials fee of $40 is charged to cover the cost of materials.

Offered Spring Semester, even-numbered years.

THE 305               (3)

Acting III.

Prerequisite: THE 101 or permission of instructor.

Further development of acting skills through advanced scene study units. Period styles, monologue and audition techniques may be included.   A deeper understanding of particular works of dramatic literature and the expressions of human culture provided by the playwrights are major components of   THE 305. Students are required to develop skills and attitudes related to the fulfilling use of leisure time by viewing both on-campus and off-campus theatrical productions.

Offered Spring Semester, even-numbered years.

THE 402               (3)

Direction and Rehearsal.

Prerequisite: THE 101, 111, and   113.

Theatre as an art form, communication with the actors, production concept, and rehearsal processes are discussed and applied to develop an overall sense of direction for the student director. Training includes student-directed scenework and one-act plays. Public performances of directing projects are part of the class.

Offered Spring Semester, even-numbered years.

THE 481               (3)

Topics in Theatre.

An investigation of a select aspect of theatre as a form of art. The

following titles are offered as

examples of topics for the course:

a.   Improvisation

b.   Chamber Theatre

c.   Dialects for the Stage

Before registering for THE 481,

students should contact the instructor and find out the topic for the course.

Offered Spring Semester, odd-numbered years.

THE 491, 492               (1-3, 1-3)

Independent Study.

Independent study of an area or problem of the theatre to be selected in consultation with department faculty.

Offered at departmental discretion.

Note: For Communications course descriptions, see Communications