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THEA 104 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE STUDIES 3 CREDITS
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and THEA 105. This course is designed to serve as the foundation for further academic studies in theatre arts. It offers
a systematic introduction to the practical and theoretical aspects of theatre scholarship, acquainting the student with tools and methods
required in examining theatre history, theory, and criticism, as well as textual and performance analyses. Students are expected to read and see
plays, engage in library and on-line research, write papers and think critically.

THEA 105 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE 3 CREDITS
A historical, theoretical, and experiential introduction to art of theatre and its many components. Students will survey theatre history and the
nature of production and performance, as they develop as themselves as audience members. Twenty-eight production hours in sceneshop
and/or production crew are required to complete the course. (General Education course; open to non-majors)

THEA 106 ACTING I (BEGINNING ACTING) 3 CREDITS
Foundation course in acting that introduces acting theories and methods, while emphasizing actor voice and body exploration through theatre
games, improvisation and exercises. Pre-Requisite: THEA 105

THEA 107 STAGE MOVEMENT I 3 CREDITS
This course introduces the novice performer to the importance of understanding the movement capabilities inherent in one's body. Presented
in a studio environment, the course will focus on developing correct body alignment, core strength, flexibility, efficiency of motion, and
coordination. Students will be able to relate the coursework, which will include exercises in Pilates, Yoga, Alexander Technique, and beginning
dance vocabulary, to the movements performed in a stage production. Majors only or instructor permission

THEA 108 STAGE MOVEMENT II 2 CREDITS
This course is designed to provide understanding of the lifetime skills utilized by theater artists in developing and maintaining strength,
flexibility, posture, and muscle tone. Various dance styles also will be explored, including modern,
ballet, jazz, and tap to enable the student to function in the theatrical performance area. Majors only or instructor permission

THEA 110 PILATES FITNESS 3 CREDITS
Pilates Fitness course is designed for the student wishing to one, strengthen, and lengthen his/her body through challenging exercises in a
studio environment. Pilates exercises will develop core/abdominal strength, promoting correct
body alignment and posture. Yoga postures will increase flexibility and strength within the entire body. Students will be given the opportunity
to understand the importance of physical fitness for performance and for everyday life.
Majors only or instructor permission

THEA 123 FUNDAMENTALS OF MODERN DANCE 3 CREDITS
This course will include an introduction to basic movement and skills in various modern dance styles. Students will also utilize the combined
elements of modern dance technique: body alignment, strength, efficiency of motion, musicality,
and dance vocabulary.

THEA 200 DANCE HISTORY 3 CREDITS
This course of study of dance as a form of communication and as an art form. Students will be given a survey of the theories and styles of dance
and their development through history.

THEA 201 PLAY PRODUCTION 2 CREDITS In
this lab course, majors are offered co-curricular hands-on experiences in developing departmental theatre productions. This will involve
participation in at least one of the many areas in play production including design, acting, dramaturgy, stage managing, stagecraft or other technical
crew areas. Students are required to work 20-30+ hours. An acting journal or reflective paper is required at the end of the experience.
Majors only.

THEA 202 PLAY PRODUCTION 2 CREDITS In
this lab course, majors are offered co-curricular hands-on experiences in developing departmental theatre productions. This will involve
participation in at least one of the many areas in play production including design, acting, dramaturgy, stage managing, stagecraft or other technical
crew areas. Students are required to work 20-30+ hours. An acting journal or reflective paper is required at the end of the experience.
Majors only.

THEA 205 BALLET TECHNIQUE 3 CREDITS
Students will be introduced to traditional ballet and center work with an emphasis on body alignment, strength, flexibility and coordination.
Students will gain knowledge of ballet terminology and a critical awareness of ballet as a dance art form.

THEA 206 ACTING II (SCENE STUDY) 3 CREDITS
Emphasis will be placed on scene analysis and the assimilation of rehearsal and performance techniques through scene study with two or more
participants. An introduction to salient acting style also is a part of this course. Majors only or instructor permission.

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