Northeastern State University

THEATER (THTR)

2311 Dramatic Production Laboratory

The application of principles of drama through participation in dramatic productions.

2321 Dramatic Production Laboratory

Continued study of the principles of drama through participation in different dramatic productions.

2331 Dramatic Production Laboratory

Further study of principles of drama through participation in additional productions.

2341 Dramatic Production Laboratory

Additional study of the principles of drama through participation in dramatic productions.

2502 Stagecraft I #

Stagecraft is a course designed to acquaint the student with the construction, painting and assembling of stage scenery with laboratory assignments in each of the elements of stagecraft.

2503 Theatre Make-up #

Study of and practice in using the materials pertinent to the art of make-up for the stage. Students will be given practical experience in the application of make-up for the purpose of establishing age, type, character, race and period of the stage.

2512 Stage Lighting I #

This course will introduce the student to the principles, theories and practices of stage lighting. Practical experience in lighting design will be part of the course requirement.

2752 Stage Costuming I #

This course will introduce the student to the history of fashion, and construction techniques and design methodologies for theatrical costuming. Practical experiences will complement the lecture portion of the course.

2763 Theatre Appreciation #

A survey course designed to introduce the student to all phases of dramatic art, including literature, acting, directing and technical procedures. Credit cannot be earned in both THTR 2763 and HUM 2763.

2843 Film Appreciation #

This survey course will explore film from its beginnings to the present. It will study film’s history, form, techniques, process and its impact on society. Credit may not be earned in both THTR 2843 and HUM 2843.

3263 Acting Fundamentals #

A study and utilization of the basic principles and techniques of acting providing the beginning student with the necessary tools of observation, sensibility, imagination, and coordination of body and voice. The student will gain acting experience through presentation of scenes from distinguished dramatic literature.

3503 Stagecraft II

Continues basic knowledge in Stagecraft I with emphasis on historical and theoretical contexts, design skills, and contemporary practice and materials.

3513 Stage Lighting II

Continuation of Stage Lighting I with an emphasis on historical and theoretical contexts, design skills and contemporary practice and materials.

3533 Design for the Theatre #

A detailed study of scene design with realistic application in actual designing of theatre sets. Prerequisite: THTR 3503.

3553 Fundamentals of Play Direction #

A study of the selection, casting, rehearsing, and performance of plays with practical experience in directing scenes and one-act plays. Prerequisite: THTR 2763.

3703 Advanced Acting #

Advanced techniques of acting with emphasis on psychology of character, dialects, and styles for various theatrical periods with extensive analysis of a performance in dramatic selection. Prerequisite: THTR 3263 or permission of instructor.

4003 Arts Management

Arts management will explore the various management systems that operate in profit and non-profit arts organizations. Study will include an investigation of management functions operational in theatre, music, art and dance institutions.

4013 Advanced Play Direction #

Students will receive extensive experience at directing scenes and/or plays. Prerequisite: THTR 3553.

4104 Summer Theatre

Various areas of the theatre are dealt with in this production-oriented course culminating in the presentation of dramatic productions.

4114 Summer Theatre

Additional study of the various areas of theatre culminating in the presentation of dramatic productions.

4303 World Drama

World drama is a survey course that covers the history of dramatic literature from the Golden Age of Greece to the present. Included are the historical as well as phenomenological approaches to critical thinking about the literary, production and practical aspects of the theatre events. Students will develop critical skills through written and oral presentations. Credit may not be earned in both ENGL 4333 and THTR 4303.

4340 Seminar in Theatre #

A series of courses in special areas of the theatre. Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours’ maximum credit.

4350 Seminar in Theatre #

A series of courses in special areas of the theatre. Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours’ maximum credit.

4360 Seminar in Theatre #

A series of courses in special areas of the theatre. Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours’ maximum credit.

4370 Seminar in Theatre #

A series of courses in special areas of the theatre. Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours’ maximum credit.

4503 Period Styles and Study #

A general overview of the acting styles of each period studied. The student will learn the movement and voice styles, along with the political background, theatre structure, influential playwrights, and major plays throughout the ages. A basic knowledge of the Greek, Medieval, Renaissance, Comedy of Manners, Commedia dell arte’, Pre-Modern and Modern Theatre.

4513 Playwrighting #

The study of the aesthetics and techniques involved in the writing of plays. Selected reading, lectures and discussions are emphasized upon writing, workshop critiques, and discussion of student plays. This course aids the student in gaining a general knowledge of dramatic structure and basic play terminology.

4523 Stage Combat #

A course designed to teach the safe and proper fighting skills for stage presentations. This course will study the areas of unarmed combat and rapier and dagger.

4533 Audition/Portfolio

This course is designed to acquaint the student with the process of auditioning for positions in theatre companies. Also included in the course work are the basics of preparing a portfolio of the student’s technical work, such as color renderings, slides from shows, and examples of publicity materials.

4723 History of the Theatre I #

The study of the development of theatre from beginnings through 1642.

4733 History of the Theatre II #

The study of theatre and drama from 1642 until the present.

4753 Stage Costuming II #

Continuation of Stage Costuming I with an emphasis on historical and theoretical contexts, design skills and contemporary practice and materials

4763 Children’s Theatre #

Theories and techniques of children’s theatre. The entire production procedure, including play selection, play analysis, and directing techniques emphasized. Practical laboratory experience.

4800 Professional Semester

Provides in-depth training experience as a member of a professional theatre company involving all aspects of theatrical production.

4993 Capstone Experience

The student will design and complete a major project related to theatre. Required of all majors. Prerequisite: Completion of 90 hours, including at least 30 in major and approval of the faculty committee.