THEATRE


THE 4920 Senior Seminar: Music Theatre Workshop
and Ensemble. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPP 3253.
Synthesis and exploration of techniques in choreogra-
phy, staging, and ensemble for music theatre.
THE 4930 Special Topics in Theatre
 Credits: 1 to 3; Prereq: Consent of Instructor. May be
repeated with change of content up to 9 credits.
Lecture, seminar, or studio sessions covering selected
topics of current interest in theatre.
THE 4945 Summer Repertory Theatre. SS.
 Credits: 3; max. 9; Prereq: Consent of instructor. May
be repeated with change of content up to a maximum of 9
credits.
Practical experience in repertory theatre with direct
skills application in all areas of theatre production.
THE 4949 Co-Op Work Experience. F, S, SS.
 Credits: 1; max. 6; Prereq: 4FA and consent of Chair
and employer. May be repeated with change of content up
to a maximum of 6 credits.
Professional employment on a contractual basis.
THE 4950 Production and Performance. F, S, SS.
 Credits: 1; max. 6; Prereq: Consent of instructor. May
be repeated with change of content up to a maximum of 6
credits.
Participation in the production program of the cur-
riculum with work in preparation and performance.
Focus on area of specialization.
THE 4959 Senior Project. F, S, SS.
 Credits: 2; max. 6; Prereq: Consent of instructor. May
be repeated with change of content up to a maximum of 6
credits.
Final project presented in public performance demon-
strating expertise in declared area of specialization.
GRADUATE COURSES
Please refer to the Graduate Catalog for graduate
course listings.

Theatre Production and Administration
TPA 2074 Drawing and Rendering. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 2202, TPA 2232.
Drawing and painting techniques unique to the the-
atre. Emphasis on portfolio development and media
experimentation: watercolor, markers, charcoal,
acrylics.
TPA 2075 Scene Painting. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 3074.
Utilization of advanced and experimental techniques
unique to theatre graphics; exploration of various
media for 3-dimensional representation in scene and
costume painting and decoration.
TPA 2202C Stagecraft. F.
 Credits: 4; Coreq: TPA 2202L.
Introduction to skills and craft of technical theatre.
Knowledge of materials, techniques, tools, and sup-
plies basic to the execution of environment.
TPA 2232C Beginning Costume and Makeup. S.
 Credits: 4; Coreq: TPA 2232L
Introduction to skills and craft of costume and make-
up design and execution. Knowledge of materials,
techniques, and tools basic to revelation of character.
TPA 2943 Portfolio Laboratory. F, S, SS.
 Credits: 1; May be repeated with change of content to
a maximum of 4 credits.
Laboratory for development of drawing and painting
skills for the theatre artist/designer.
TPA 3000 Fundamentals of Design. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 2202, TPA 2232.
Elements of design as basic to the theatre artist's visu-
alization of the poetic idea with application of abstract
elements of design to theatre; set, lights, costumes.
TPA 3002 History of Fashion and Decor. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 3000.
Study of fashion, movement, architecture, music, and

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decor as they reflect time spirit and as preparation for
play production.
TPA 3208 Drawing and Drafting for the Stage. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 2202.
Techniques and basic principles of drafting as applied
to stage design: set, light, and costume.
TPA 3214 Introduction to Lighting and Sound. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 2202.
Introduction to electricity and technical skills basic to
lighting and sound technology.
TPA 3238 Advanced Costume Construction. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 2232.
Focus on costume construction skills and techniques;
patterning, fitting, alteration, dyeing, and accessories.
TPA 3249 Advanced Stage Makeup. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 2232.
Study and application of advanced techniques and
procedures for effective execution of theatre makeup.
TPA 3944 Portfolio Laboratory. F, S, SS.
 Credits: 1; May be repeated with change of content to
a maximum of 4 credits.
Laboratory for development of drawing and painting
skills for theatre artist/designer.
TPA 4003 Production Design. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 4020, TPA 4056, and TPA
4066 and consent of instructor.
Advanced seminar in total design-sets, lights, cos-
tumes-as reflection of analysis, research, and con-
cept.
TPA 4020 Lighting Design. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 3203.
Lighting aesthetics, design, and control; application of
principles of design to lighting in the theatre.
TPA 4045 Costume Design. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 3238.
Application of fundamentals of costume design to
various genres of dramatic literature.
TPA 4058 Costume Management and Technology. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 4056.
Study of managerial techniques in budget, mainte-
nance, equipment, and personnel.
TPA 4066 Scene Design. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 3075.
Application of fundamentals of set design to various
genres of dramatic literature.
TPA 4076 Advanced Theatre Graphics. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 3075.
Specialized study in scene painting with focus on pro-
fessional studio work and union examination.
TPA 4209 Advanced Crafts for the Stage. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 2202, TPA 2232.
Emphasis on advanced materials construction for the
designer/ technician in scenic design and technical
direction.
TPA 4239 Costume Patterning and Tailoring. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 3238.
Advanced costume construction of period garments.
Pattern drafting, tailoring, period accessories.
TPA 4271 Advanced Light and Sound Engineering.
F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 4020.
Specialized study of recent advancements in light and
sound equipment and techniques.
TPA 4281 Shop Management and Equipment
Utilization. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 4271.
Study of managerial techniques in analysis of time,
personnel, budget, and safety.
TPA 4601 Stage and Theatre Management. S.
(alternate years)
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPA 3002.
Study of stage and theatre management skills from
technical expertise, marketing and season develop-


ment to directoral assistance for various types of the-
atres: practical and theoretical.
TPA 4930 Special Topics in Theatre Production.
 Credits: 1 to 3; May be repeated with change of con-
tent up to 9 credits.
Lecture, seminar, or studio sessions covering selected
topics of current interest in theatre production.
TPA 4945 Portfolio Laboratory. F, S, SS.
 Credits: 1; May be repeated with change of content to
a maximum of 4 credits.
Laboratory for development of drawing and painting
skills for the theatre artist/designer.

Theatre Performance & Performance Training
TPP 2100 Acting for Non-Majors. F, S, SS.
 Credits: 3
An introduction to the discipline and the creative pro-
cess of acting with emphasis on formal and improvi-
sational techniques for developing vocal, physical,
and analytical skills.
TPP 2110 Acting 1-Instrument and Discipline. F, S.
 Credits: 3
The foundation for all performance majors and students
seeking entrance into the program. Introduces basic
physical, vocal, and analytical concepts, methods,
vocabulary, and discipline and explores the creative
process through exercises in observation and awareness.
TPP 2111 Acting 2-Analysis and Application. F, S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPP 2110.
Experimentation with scripted material: scene study,
analysis, audition, and performance.
TPP 2282 Fundamentals of Voice Production and
Stage Movement. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPP 2110.
Emphasis on vocal improvisation, language skills, and
standard stage speech for the actor; focus on physical-
ization of character.
TPP 3112 Acting: Contemporary Realism 1. F, S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPP 2111 and consent of instructor.
Emphasis on versatility and expanding the repertory
of roles through physical, vocal, and psychological
transformation.
TPP 3113 Acting: Contemporary Realism 2. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPP 3112 and consent of instructor.
Continuation of TPP 3112.
TPP 3250 Song and Dance for the Theatre. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPP 3112.
Exploration of skills and techniques of singing and
dancing; development of strength, flexibility, and
interpretation.
TPP 3251 Fundamentals of Music Theatre Acting. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPP 3112 or consent of instructor.
Acting techniques as applied to music theatre materi-
al. Audition techniques in music and dance.
TPP 3252 Music Theatre Acting Styles. S.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPP 3251.
Analysis and preparation of roles from music theatre
genres. Exploration of vocal styles and staging.
TPP 3253 Advanced Studies in Music Theatre
Acting. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPP 3252.
Analysis and preparation in ensemble, musical revue,
nightclubs, and entertainment. Basic musical direction
and choreography.
TPP 3283 Intermediate Voice Production and Stage
Movement. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: TPP 2282.
Exploration of the physical and vocal demands of
roles in Shakespeare's plays: vocal phrasing, manners
and movement, costume and carriage, and period
dance forms.
TPP 3310 Directing 1. F.
 Credits: 3; Prereq: THE 2020, TPA 3000, TPP 2110