Spring 2017

Dramatic Arts (THTR)

• http://dramaticarts.usc.edu/
• D class assignments for undergraduates available in DRC104; Phone: (213) 740-1286.
• D clearance requests may be submitted online via sdastudents.usc.edu until noon on the Wednesday prior to the first day of classes. Beginning on the first day of classes, students must submit an SDA D-Clearance form signed by the instructor. SDA D-Clearance forms are available via sdastudents.usc.edu or in the Drama Center (DRC) Room 104. All completed forms must be submitted to the Drama Center (DRC) Room 104. For further questions, please call (213) 740-1286.

THTR 101: Introduction to Acting (4.0 units)

Study of genres, terminology, and disciplines of acting; fundamental techniques necessary for performance; scene study from contemporary plays.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62606D	001	Lecture	5:00-6:50pm	Tue, Thu	19 of 20	Patrick Pankhurst	MCC112	Word (54784 KB)
62601R	001	Lecture	8:00-9:50am	Mon, Wed	8 of 20	Jeremiah O'Brian	MCC112
62602D	001	Lecture	10:30-12:20pm	Mon, Wed	15 of 20	Zachary Steel	MCC109
62604R	001	Lecture	11:00-12:50pm	Tue, Thu	Canceled	Anne Burk
62605R	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Mon, Wed	14 of 20	Jeremiah O'Brian	MCC106

THTR 120b: Acting I (2.0 units)

Basic principles and techniques of acting through theatre games and improvisation. Introduction to contemporary texts, basic characterization and cold reading techniques. Open to BFA acting majors only.

• Prerequisite: THTR 120A
• Corequisite: THTR 140B
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62613D	001	Lecture	4:00-5:50pm	Tue, Thu	20 of 21	Laura Flanagan	DRC120	Word (86528 KB)

THTR 122: Improvisation and Theatre Games (2.0 units, max 4)

Individual and group exercises to free the actor physically and emotionally and to stimulate creativity, imagination, and self-expression.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62625D	001	Lecture	6:00-7:50pm	Monday	20 of 20	Debra De Liso	MCC112	Word (94208 KB)
62626D	001	Lecture	4:00-5:50pm	Monday	21 of 22	Debra De Liso	MCC109	Word (94208 KB)
62619R	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Friday	16 of 20	Debra De Liso	MCC107	Word (94208 KB)
62620R	001	Lecture	4:00-5:50pm	Friday	12 of 20	Debra De Liso	MCC107	Word (94208 KB)
62621D	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Monday	19 of 20	Julie Welch	PED208
62622D	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Wednesday	19 of 24	Julie Welch	PED208
62623D	001	Lecture	4:00-5:50pm	Tuesday	24 of 30	Eric Trules	MCC107
62624R	001	Lecture	4:00-5:50pm	Thursday	21 of 30	Eric Trules	MCC107

THTR 124ax: Character Acting (2.0 units)

Concentration of imaginative processes which develop the individual characteristics of a dramatic role. Not available for credit to theatre majors.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62630R	001	Lecture	1:00-2:50pm	Wednesday	16 of 20	Anita Dashiell-Sparks	MCC109

THTR 130: Introduction to Theatrical Production (2.0 units)

Introduction to the non-performance areas of theatrical production(administrative, design, and technical fields) through hands-onparticipation in USC productions.

• Note: Register for lecture and one lab

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62640D	001	Lecture	8:00-9:20am	Tuesday	163 of 180	Phil Allen,Els Collins,Christina Haatainen-Jones,Tak Kata,Duncan Mahoney,Tom Ontiveros	GFS106
62641R	001	Lab	10:00-12:50pm	Monday	15 of 35	Duncan Mahoney	TTL
62642R	001	Lab	10:00-12:50pm	Tuesday	8 of 35	Duncan Mahoney	TTL
62643R	001	Lab	10:00-12:50pm	Wednesday	13 of 35	Duncan Mahoney	TTL
62644R	001	Lab	10:00-12:50pm	Thursday	2 of 35	Duncan Mahoney	TTL
62645R	001	Lab	10:00-12:50pm	Friday	29 of 35	Duncan Mahoney	TTL
62646R	001	Lab	2:00-4:50pm	Monday	22 of 35	Duncan Mahoney	TTL
62647R	001	Lab	2:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	10 of 35	Duncan Mahoney	TTL
62648R	001	Lab	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	18 of 35	Duncan Mahoney	TTL
62649R	001	Lab	2:00-4:50pm	Thursday	25 of 35	Duncan Mahoney	TTL
62650D	001	Lab	2:00-4:50pm	Friday	20 of 35	Duncan Mahoney	TTL

THTR 132b: Art of Theatrical Design (2.0 units)

Development of the artistic process and theatrical design vocabulary of the individual within the environment of collaborative storytelling.

• Prerequisite: THTR 132a

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62655D	001	Lecture	10:00-11:50am	Monday	10 of 20	Tak Kata	KAP164	PDF (452885 KB)

THTR 140b: Voice I (2.0 units)

Physiological mechanism of voice: breath control, phonation, resonance, articulation of language for the stage; expressive use of stress, intonation and rhythm.

• Prerequisite: THTR 140a
• Corequisite: THTR 120b
• Note: Register for lecture and lab

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62661D	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Tue, Thu	20 of 21	Lauren Yeoman	MCC107	Word (499817 KB)
62662D	001	Lab	12:00-3:50pm	Friday	20 of 21	Babette Markus	MCC106

THTR 152: Introduction to Scene Study (2.0 units)

Application and consolidation of the skills, knowledge and techniques acquired in the study of fundamentals of acting encountered in THTR 101.

• Prerequisite: THTR 101

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62677R	001	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Mon, Wed	17 of 20	Laura Flanagan	MCC112	Word (87040 KB)
62678R	001	Lecture	5:00-6:50pm	Tue, Thu	7 of 18	Sharon Carnicke	MCC108	Word (80896 KB)

THTR 197g: Comedy and Performance (4.0 units)

Comedy and Performance traces the history of comedy in performance from its earliest incarnations to the present day.

• General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62731R	001	Lecture	4:00-5:20pm	Mon, Wed	21 of 60	Louise Peacock	THH116

THTR 210: Theory and Practice of World Theatre I (4.0 units)

A multicultural and transnational examination of the history, theory, and practice of theatre from its origins to the age of Shakespeare and Zeami. Recommended preparation: THTR 125.

• Note: Register for lecture and one discussion

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62740D	001	Lecture	9:30-10:50am	Tue, Thu	55 of 60	Carla Della Gatta	THH116
62741D	001	Lecture	12:30-1:50pm	Tue, Thu	73 of 82	Carla Della Gatta	SLH100
62750R	001	Discussion	TBA	TBA	128 of 142	Carla Della Gatta	OFFICE

THTR 212: Theory and Practice of World Theatre III (4.0 units)

A multicultural and transnational examination of the history, theory and practice of theatre from the late 19th century to the present date. Recommended preparation: THTR 125.

• Note: Register for lecture and one discussion

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62725D	001	Lecture	8:00-9:20am	Mon, Wed	19 of 40	Melinda Finberg	KAP140
62726D	001	Lecture	8:00-9:20am	Tue, Thu	34 of 40	Anita Dashiell-Sparks	KAP140
62751D	001	Lecture	2:00-3:20pm	Mon, Wed	43 of 43	Melinda Finberg	ZHS352
62759R	001	Discussion	TBA	TBA	96 of 120		OFFICE

THTR 215b: Movement II (2.0 units)

Training of the actor's body with focus on mask work for the development of precision, strength and expressiveness.

• Prerequisite: THTR 215A
• Corequisite: (THTR 220B and THTR 240B)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62760D	001	Lecture	1:00-2:50pm	Tue, Thu	15 of 20	Stephanie Shroyer	MCC111	Word (38957 KB)

THTR 216: Movement for Actors (2.0 units)

Training and practice in the coordination of the physical apparatus of the actor utilizing various movement techniques through improvisation.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62761D	001	Lecture	4:00-5:20pm	Tue, Thu	15 of 20	Zachary Steel	MCC109
62766D	001	Lecture	9:00-10:20am	Mon, Wed	15 of 20	Zachary Steel	MCC111

THTR 220b: Intermediate Acting I (2.0 units)

Continuing development of imagination leading to an increased range of dramatic expression through the formalized text of William Shakespeare. Open to BFA acting majors only.

• Prerequisite: THTR 220A
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62765D	001	Lecture	10:00-11:50am	Mon, Wed	15 of 20	Jack Rowe	DRC120

THTR 222: Stage Make-up (2.0 units)

Principles of stage make-up materials and skills allowing the actors to enhance their features and techniques for moderate and extreme aging, injuries, and character roles.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62769R	001	Lecture	9:30-10:50am	Friday	6 of 15	Gary Domasin	BIT	PDF (96590 KB)
62770R	001	Lecture	11:00-12:20pm	Friday	9 of 15	Gary Domasin	BIT	PDF (96590 KB)

THTR 230: Communicating Theatrical Design Concepts (3.0 units)

The visualization and communication of design ideas through free-hand and mechanical drawing: orthographics, isometrics,perspective, shades and shadows, plans, sections and elevations.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62776R	001	Lecture	10:00-11:50am	Friday	9 of 25	Tom Buderwitz	KAP164	PDF (137727 KB)

THTR 231b: Costume Construction (3.0 units)

Historical survey, theory and practice in construction of costume, emphasis on period and style.

• Prerequisite: THTR 231A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62778R	001	Lecture-Lab	8:00-9:50am	Mon, Wed	13 of 13	Charlotte Stratton	PED114E	Word (23999 KB)

THTR 232: Stage Lighting (3.0 units)

Theory and practice of theatrical lighting design including electricity, radiant energy, refraction, reflection, absorption, chromatic variation, and electronic controls.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62781R	001	Lecture	10:00-11:20am	Mon, Wed	15 of 25	Jeff Flowers	PED114E

THTR 240b: Voice II (2.0 units)

Development of the voice using material which explores the techniques of Shakespeare and his contemporaries.

• Prerequisite: THTR 240A
• Corequisite: (THTR 215B and THTR 220B)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62786D	001	Lecture	10:00-11:50am	Tue, Thu	15 of 20	Laura Flanagan	PED202	Word (45056 KB)

THTR 241: Methods and Materials (2.0 units)

Cutting-edge and traditional methods and materials that enhance both the planning stages and realization of the theatrical design.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62787D	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Thursday	9 of 20	Sibyl Wickersheimer	KAP150	PDF (178080 KB)

THTR 252a: Intermediate Acting I (2.0 units)

a: Polishing the actor's skills through analysis and class performance of scenes from plays.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62788R	001	Lecture	1:00-2:50pm	Tue, Thu	5 of 20	Anthony Abatemarco	PED202	Word (142634 KB)

THTR 252b: Intermediate Acting I (2.0 units)

Polishing the actor's skills through analysis and class performance of scenes from plays. Continuation of 252a.

• Prerequisite: THTR 252A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62794D	001	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Mon, Wed	19 of 20	John De Mita	MCC111	Word (144168 KB)
62789R	001	Lecture	4:00-5:50pm	Tue, Thu	15 of 20	Jack Rowe	PED208
62790D	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Tue, Thu	21 of 21	Laura Flanagan	MCC112	Word (86016 KB)
62791R	001	Lecture	8:00-9:50am	Tue, Thu	9 of 20	Robert Adler	PED206

THTR 295: Theatre in America (2.0 units)

Current state of American theatre, through a study of acting, playwriting, criticism, stage design, lighting and dramatic styles.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63012D	001	Lecture	4:00-5:50pm	Monday	22 of 24	Frank Catalano	KAP138	PDF (663909 KB)

THTR 302: Shakespeare in His World (4.0 units)

The plays and theatre of Shakespeare, the influences on his work and his contemporary world. Recommended preparation: THTR 201, THTR 310, THTR 311

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
62847R	001	Lecture	3:30-4:50pm	Tue, Thu	32 of 40	Sharon Carnicke	KAP163	Word (87040 KB)

THTR 305a: Directing (4.0 units)

Examination of basic directorial principles. Pre-production analysis and rehearsal procedures; relationship of the director to actor; integration of technical aspects of production.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63022R	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Tue, Thu	11 of 20	Bob Bailey	PED208
63023D	001	Lecture	8:00-9:50am	Mon, Wed	18 of 20	Stephanie Shroyer	PED208	Word (36733 KB)
63025R	001	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Tue, Thu	12 of 20	Andrei Belgrader	MCC109

THTR 305b: Directing (4.0 units)

Examination of basic directorial principles. Pre-production analysis and rehearsal procedures; relationship of the director to actor; integration of technical aspects of production.

• Prerequisite: THTR 305A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63027R	001	Lecture	10:30-12:20pm	Mon, Wed	13 of 20	Stephanie Shroyer	PED208	Word (36696 KB)

THTR 314: Advanced Topics in Modern Drama (4.0 units)

20th century realism and the avant-garde. Recommended preparation: THTR 201, THTR 310, THTR 311

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63040R	001	Lecture	3:30-4:50pm	Mon, Wed	9 of 25	Meiling Cheng	GFS223	Word (122368 KB)

THTR 315b: Physical Theatre I (2.0 units)

Actor training anchored by rigorous physical movements. Activities include comedy, clowning, juggling, and mask work. Open to BFA acting majors only.

• Prerequisite: THTR 315A
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63042D	001	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Mon, Wed	22 of 22	Edgar Landa	PED207

THTR 316: Advanced Movement for Actors (2.0 units)

Advanced physical training and practice for the BA actor utilizing various movement techniques through improvisation.

• Prerequisite: THTR 216
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting), Theatre
• Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63043R	001	Lecture	10:30-11:50am	Mon, Wed	10 of 20	Louise Peacock	MCC111	Word (35360 KB)

THTR 320b: Intermediate Acting II (2.0 units)

Further development of range and breadth of performance skills with emphasis on texts of heightened language and style. Open to BFA acting majors only.

• Prerequisite: THTR 320A
• Corequisite: (THTR 315B and THTR 340B)
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63048D	001	Lecture	3:00-4:50pm	Mon, Wed	22 of 22	Mary-Joan Negro	MCC111	Word (77312 KB)

THTR 322: Improv 2: Unscripted Scene Study (2.0 units)

An in depth study of improvised scene work. An exploration of the primary tools and structure for creating improvised scenes for stage and screen.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (THTR 101 or THTR 122)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63049D	001	Lecture	4:00-5:50pm	Wednesday	18 of 22	Julie Welch	PED208

THTR 332: Lighting Design I (4.0 units)

Historical styles, methods and dramatic analysis in lighting design as applied in contemporary practice.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63050D	001	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Tuesday	6 of 20	Tom Ontiveros,Lori Ray	PED114E

THTR 336: Introduction to Sound Design (3.0 units)

The art and techniques of theatrical sound design. The use of music and ambient sound in theatrical presentations. Design elements as metaphor.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63051D	001	Lecture	3:30-4:50pm	Mon, Wed	6 of 14	Phil Allen	MCC110

THTR 340b: Intermediate Voice (2.0 units)

Extended development of vocal freedom and range, acquisition of articulate speech. Enhancement of vocal power and resonance, techniques for performing with a dialect. Open to BFA acting majors only.

• Prerequisite: THTR 340A
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting)
• Concurrent enrollment: THTR 315B
• Concurrent enrollment: THTR 320B

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63056D	001	Lecture	11:00-12:50pm	Tue, Thu	22 of 22	Kathy Dunn-Muzingo	MCC106

Concurrent Course
THTR 315b: Physical Theatre I (2.0 units)

Actor training anchored by rigorous physical movements. Activities include comedy, clowning, juggling, and mask work. Open to BFA acting majors only.

• Prerequisite: THTR 315A
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63042D	001	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Mon, Wed	22 of 22	Edgar Landa	PED207

Concurrent Course
THTR 320b: Intermediate Acting II (2.0 units)

Further development of range and breadth of performance skills with emphasis on texts of heightened language and style. Open to BFA acting majors only.

• Prerequisite: THTR 320A
• Corequisite: (THTR 315B and THTR 340B)
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63048D	001	Lecture	3:00-4:50pm	Mon, Wed	22 of 22	Mary-Joan Negro	MCC111	Word (77312 KB)

THTR 342a: Basic Voice (2.0 units)

a: Examination of the individual voice centering on resonance, tone, flexibility, and support through dramatic selections for transmitting meaning and emotion of character.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63059D	001	Lecture	11:30-12:50pm	Mon, Wed	21 of 22	Brent Blair	MCC106

THTR 342b: Basic Voice (2.0 units)

Examination of the individual voice centering on resonance, tone, flexibility, and support through dramatic selections for transmitting meaning and emotion of character. Continuation of 342a.

• Prerequisite: THTR 342A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63061R	001	Lecture	9:30-10:50am	Tue, Thu	12 of 20	Anne Burk	MCC106

THTR 343: Musical Theatre Audition (3.0 units)

Designed to give students confidence and integrity for auditions in musical theatre. Choosing appropriate material and preparation for the audition and performance. Audition required.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63062R	001	Lecture	4:00-5:50pm	Mon, Wed	16 of 20	Vicki Lewis,Brett Ryback	MCC106

THTR 352b: Intermediate Acting II (2.0 units)

Continuation of world drama. Class performance and critique.

• Prerequisite: THTR 352A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63068D	001	Lecture	3:00-4:50pm	Tue, Thu	22 of 23	John De Mita	MCC111	Word (149008 KB)
63069D	001	Lecture	1:00-2:50pm	Tue, Thu	15 of 20	Jack Rowe	MCC106

THTR 354: Acting Shakespeare (2.0 units)

Basic approach to the acting and analysis of the highly formalized texts of William Shakespeare. Recommended preparation: THTR 252b.

• Prerequisite: THTR 101

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63074D	001	Lecture	9:00-10:50am	Tue, Thu	16 of 20	Mary-Joan Negro	MCC112	Word (71680 KB)

THTR 365: Playwriting I (4.0 units)

Essential elements of playwriting through weekly assignments, students' initiative, occasional productions of scenes, and extensive classroom analysis.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63076R	001	Lecture	3:00-5:50pm	Thursday	15 of 20	Luis Alfaro	KAP164	Word (87040 KB)
63077R	001	Lecture	3:00-5:50pm	Tuesday	13 of 20	Oliver Mayer	GFS216	PDF (322093 KB)

THTR 366: Playwriting II (4.0 units)

Continuation of the work begun in 365.

• Prerequisite: THTR 365

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63078R	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	5 of 20	Paula Cizmar	MCC102	PDF (212081 KB)

THTR 395m: Drama as Human Relations (4.0 units)

A focus on American ethnic and multicultural diversity from the perspectives of gender, race, and myth as revealed in plays, film, and other performance media.

• Diversity: This course satisfies the university's diversity requirement.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63095R	001	Lecture	2:00-3:20pm	Mon, Wed	18 of 30	Meiling Cheng	GFS223	Word (127488 KB)

THTR 397: Theatre Practicum (1.0-4.0 units, max 12)

Substantive participation in a production sponsored by the School and supervised by the faculty.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63100D	001	Lecture	6:00-10:00pm	MTuWThF	9 of 50	Els Collins	PED208	PDF (667561 KB)
63101D	001	Lecture	6:00-10:00pm	MTuWThF	12 of 50	John De Mita,Els Collins	OFFICE	PDF (667631 KB)
63102D	001	Lecture	6:00-10:00pm	MTuWThF	4 of 50	Els Collins,Emily Chase	PED202	PDF (667688 KB)
63103D	001	Lecture	6:00-10:00pm	MTuWThF	27 of 50	Els Collins	OFFICE	PDF (667367 KB)
63104D	001	Lecture	6:00-10:00pm	MTuWThF	26 of 50	Els Collins	OFFICE	PDF (667193 KB)
63105D	001	Lecture	6:00-10:00pm	MTuWThF	15 of 50	Laura Flanagan,Els Collins	OFFICE	PDF (669845 KB)
63106D	001	Lecture	6:00-10:00pm	MTuWThF	26 of 50	Stephanie Shroyer,Els Collins	OFFICE	PDF (667667 KB)
63107D	001	Lecture	6:00-10:00pm	MTuWThF	4 of 50	Els Collins,Shishir Kurup	PED207	PDF (668052 KB)
63108D	001	Lecture	6:00-10:00pm	MTuWThF	5 of 50	Els Collins,Leslie Ishii	DRC120	PDF (667683 KB)

THTR 407b: Drawing and Rendering for the Theater (2.0 units)

Drawing and rendering techniques appropriate for theater designers. Drawing and drawing theory.

• Prerequisite: THTR 407A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63112D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:50am	Friday	9 of 15	Tak Kata	PED114E	PDF (390091 KB)

THTR 408a: Dialects (2.0 units)

The study of standard American stage dialect using the international phonetic alphabet.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63113D	001	Lecture	10:00-11:20am	Mon, Wed	16 of 16	Kathy Dunn-Muzingo	PED202	PDF (201663 KB)

THTR 408b: Dialects (2.0 units)

The study of accents and regional dialects.

• Prerequisite: THTR 408A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63114R	001	Lecture	8:30-9:50am	Mon, Wed	5 of 16	Kathy Dunn-Muzingo	PED202	PDF (126476 KB)

THTR 415b: Physical Theatre II (2.0 units)

Advanced physical acting focusing on principles of verbal/non-verbal improvisation and communication. Elements of textual analysis, including development of character mask and of the ensemble. Open to BFA acting majors only.

• Prerequisite: THTR 415A
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63118D	001	Lecture	3:00-4:50pm	Mon, Wed	16 of 20	Andrei Belgrader	MCC107

THTR 417: Stage Combat (2.0 units)

Introduction to safe and effective portrayals of violence for the stage. Training and practice of unarmed stage combat skills. Recommended preparation: THTR 216.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63119R	001	Lecture	8:00-9:50am	Tue, Thu	10 of 30	Edgar Landa	PED207

THTR 419: Alexander Technique for Performers (2.0 units)

Training and practice in the work of F.M. Alexander. A clear and systematic look into the underlying principles that govern human movement.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63120D	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Mon, Wed	Canceled	Babette Markus		Word (51648 KB)
63121D	001	Lecture	4:00-5:50pm	Mon, Wed	Canceled	Babette Markus

THTR 420b: Advanced Acting (2.0 units)

Contemporary material from plays and screenplays with an emphasis on individual challenges and problems. Open to BFA acting majors only.

• Prerequisite: THTR 420A
• Corequisite: (THTR 415B and THTR 440B)
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63122D	001	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Mon, Wed	17 of 20	David Warshofsky,Andrew Robinson	DRC120	Word (21466 KB)

THTR 421: Public Speaking as Performance: A Course for Non-Actors (2.0 units)

Public speaking approached as performance, using acting techniques to communicate with confidence, clarity and charisma.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63028R	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Mon, Wed	12 of 20	Randy Mell	MCC112	Word (76288 KB)
63031R	001	Lecture	4:00-5:50pm	Mon, Wed	13 of 20	Randy Mell	MCC112

THTR 423: Magic (2.0 units)

The dramatic art of making an audience believe something is impossible. the history and performance of magic including illusion, mentalism, vanishing, coin and card tricks.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63110D	001	Lecture	10:00-12:50pm	Friday	15 of 20	Jack Lovick	WPH203	Word (72345 KB)
63111R	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Friday	17 of 20	Jack Lovick	WPH203	Word (72345 KB)

THTR 430: Stage Management II (3.0 units)

Application of stage management procedures required in the professional theatre.

• Prerequisite: THTR 333

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63130D	001	Lecture	11:30-1:50pm	Monday	1 of 10	Mary Klinger	PED114E	PDF (107702 KB)

THTR 431: Seminar in Theatre Design (2.0 units)

Research into the application of contemporary topics relevant to theatrical design within the diverse cultural environment of the greater Los Angeles area.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63132D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:50am	Friday	9 of 20	Terry Gordon	MCC108

THTR 432b: Scene Design II (3.0 units)

Continuation of THTR 330. Evolution of scene design through analysis of script, environmental factors, and styles.

• Prerequisite: THTR 432A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63134D	001	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Wednesday	6 of 12	Sibyl Wickersheimer	PED114E	PDF (175414 KB)

THTR 433b: Costume Design II (3.0 units)

Evolution of costume design through analysis of script, environmental factors, and styles.

• Prerequisite: THTR 433A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63136D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Thursday	4 of 12	Christina Haatainen-Jones	PED114E	Word (118415 KB)

THTR 434b: Lighting Design II (3.0 units)

Continuation of THTR 332. Evolution of lighting design through analysis of script, environmental factors, and styles.

• Prerequisite: THTR 434A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63138D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Friday	3 of 20	Tom Ontiveros,Lori Ray	PED114E

THTR 435: Advanced Theatrical Drafting (3.0 units)

Drafting style and complex graphic communication. Emphasis on creating professional plates, developing an individual style and graphic problem solving.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63139D	001	Lecture	10:00-11:50am	Tuesday	10 of 20	Se Oh	KAP164

THTR 437: Scene Painting (3.0 units)

Techniques, materials, and equipment of the scenic artist including both historic and modern methods. Recommended preparation: paint and drawing experience

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63143D	001	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Tue, Thu	9 of 12	Thomas Brown	TTL

THTR 438: Technical Theatre (3.0 units)

Theory and practice of technical theatre. Emphasis is on technical problem solving and graphic solutions to technical theatre.

• Prerequisite: THTR 230

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63145D	001	Lecture	8:00-9:50am	Mon, Wed	2 of 20	Duncan Mahoney	TTL	PDF (861519 KB)

THTR 440b: Advanced Voice (2.0 units)

Continuation of exercises related to the individual student for the stage. Open to BFA students only.

• Prerequisite: THTR 440A
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting), Theatre (Design), Theatre (Stage Management), Theatre (Technical Direction)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63150D	001	Lecture	9:30-11:20am	Mon, Wed	16 of 20	Phil Allen,Vicki Lewis	MCC110

THTR 441: Advanced Sound Design (3.0 units)

Advanced exploration of theatrical sound design theory and related technology; creative uses of music, sound effects, and audio equipment in modern theaters.

• Prerequisite: THTR 436

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63151R	001	Lecture	1:00-2:50pm	Tue, Thu	3 of 20	Phil Allen	MCC110

THTR 442: Voice Over Acting (2.0 units)

Acting techniques, recording studio technology and editing for the field of voice acting and voice overs.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (THTR 342a or THTR 408a)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63155D	001	Lecture	1:00-3:20pm	Friday	13 of 14	Phil Allen,Vicki Lewis	MCC110
63156D	001	Lecture	9:30-11:50am	Friday	14 of 14	Phil Allen,Vicki Lewis	MCC110

THTR 454: Acting Shakespeare II (2.0 units)

A continuation and deeper investigation of the analysis and performance of the highly formalized texts of William Shakespeare. Prerequisite: THTR 354.

• Prerequisite: THTR 354

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63163R	001	Lecture	9:00-10:50am	Tue, Thu	8 of 20	Gregory Daniel	MCC111	PDF (173009 KB)

THTR 471: Senior Showcase (2.0 units)

Designed to provide the graduating students with an opportunity to select, prepare and perform for agents, directors and producers in film, television and theatre. Audition required. Open to theatre majors only.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre, Theatre (Stage Management), Theatre (Acting), Theatre (Design), Theatre (Technical Direction), Theatre (Playwriting), Theatre (Theatrical Design)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63170D	001	Lecture	3:00-4:50pm	Friday	16 of 20	Dan Shaner	MCC111	Word (99328 KB)

THTR 472: Professional Preparation for Actors (2.0 units)

Introduction to the skills, knowledge, and promotional materials that will enable the student to manage an independent career in the performing arts. Recommended preparation: THTR-101 and THTR-252ab.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting), Theatre
• Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63173D	001	Lecture	3:00-4:50pm	Friday	18 of 19	Randy Mell	MCC109

THTR 473: Sketch Comedy in Performance (2.0 units)

A workshop in the techniques of performing humorous sketches, in collaboration with writers, directors, and technicians in the production of a live sketch comedy show. Recommended preparation: THTR 101, THTR 122, THTR 470.

• Note: Enrollment is based on successful audition with instructor.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63175D	001	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Monday	13 of 15	Kirstin Eggers	RZC108	PDF (110083 KB)

THTR 474: Introduction to Stand Up Comedy (2.0 units)

An introduction to the discipline of conceiving, writing, and creating original Stand Up Comedy routines

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63172D	001	Lecture	10:00-12:50pm	Friday	12 of 20	Judith Shelton	PED208	PDF (185533 KB)
63177D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Friday	15 of 20	Judith Shelton	PED208	PDF (185763 KB)

THTR 475: Acting on Camera: The Collaborative Process (4.0 units, max 8)

In this course acting students will learn to develop on-camera acting skills and to collaborate with student directors and cinematographers from the School of Cinematic Arts. Recommended preparation: a 300-level acting course.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63176D	001	Lecture	10:00-12:50pm	Wednesday	12 of 12	Michael Keenan	RZCSTG A

THTR 476mw: African American Theatre, Dance, and Performance (4.0 units)

A survey of African American theatre and cultural performance traditions as a reflection of both African American culture and American history.

• Diversity: This course satisfies the university's diversity requirement.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63178D	001	Lecture	8:00-9:50am	Mon, Wed	16 of 20	Anita Dashiell-Sparks	KAP163

THTR 479: Solo Performance (4.0 units)

A writing-performance workshop in which students write, develop, and rehearse original, autobiographical and character monologues and perform them at the end of the semester.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63184R	001	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Mon, Wed	8 of 15	Eric Trules	PED205

THTR 480a: Performance for Camera (2.0 units)

Structured to address the dynamics of acting in relation to film/television. Refining the students' understanding of the similarities/differences between acting on stage/film. Duplicates credit in former THTR 480.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63185D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:50pm	Monday	11 of 20	Kevin McCorkle	SHR105
63187D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Thursday	12 of 12	Joe Hacker	SHR105	Word (83968 KB)
63188D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	12 of 12	Joe Hacker	SHR105	Word (83968 KB)
63189D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:50am	Monday	12 of 12	Joe Hacker	SHR105	Word (83968 KB)
63190D	001	Lecture	2:30-5:20pm	Friday	11 of 12	Joe Hacker	SHR105	Word (83968 KB)

THTR 480b: Performance for Camera (2.0 units)

Continued exploration of acting for film/television. Furthering the student's understanding of the similarities/differences between acting on stage/film

• Prerequisite: THTR 480a

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63194D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	12 of 12	Joe Hacker	SHR105	Word (58368 KB)

THTR 482: Stand Up 2: Honing Your Act (2.0 units)

Enhancement and extension of the student's comedic set using new forms and structures to develop the student's comedic sensibility and content culminating with 15 minutes of original stand up comedy content.

• Prerequisite: THTR 474

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63199R	001	Lecture	10:00-12:50pm	Friday	10 of 20	Wayne Federman	MCC111

THTR 484: Acting in Television Commercials (2.0 units)

An on-camera, workshop-style introduction to techniques, perspectives and theories unique to performing in television commercials. Recommended preparation: a 300-level acting or voice class

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63196D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:50am	Wednesday	15 of 15	Kevin McCorkle	SHR105
63198R	001	Lecture	9:00-11:50am	Monday	10 of 14	Patrick Pankhurst	MCC108	Word (57856 KB)

THTR 488mw: Theatre in the Community (4.0 units)

Research and actively develop the theory of theatre as a movingpolitical, social, economic and spiritual force of change withinthe local community.

• Diversity: This course satisfies the university's diversity requirement.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63200R	001	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Tue, Thu	28 of 30	Brent Blair	SHR105

THTR 489: Theatre Internship (2.0-6.0 units)

Practical experience in the entertainment industry.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63201D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	15 of 20	Kevin McCorkle	OFFICE
63202D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	4 of 20	Kevin McCorkle	OFFICE

THTR 490x: Directed Research (1.0-8.0 units, max 12)

Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63203D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Christina Haatainen-Jones	OFFICE
63205D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 30	Oliver Mayer	OFFICE
63204D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 30	Jack Rowe	OFFICE

THTR 492: Producing Theatre (4.0 units)

Analysis of all procedures involved in producing theatre (commercial or non-profit) including legal and business guidelines and contracts.

• Prerequisite: THTR 491

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63208D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Monday	7 of 10	Michael Bateman	PED114E	PDF (153568 KB)

THTR 493b: Periods and Styles (2.0 units)

A survey of the influence of historical and cultural events on the evaluation of theatrical styles. Restoration to 20th century.

• Prerequisite: THTR 493A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63210D	001	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Friday	12 of 25	Tom Buderwitz	KAP164	PDF (90457 KB)

THTR 497: Advanced Theatre Practicum (2.0 units, max 4)

Intensive participation in a production sponsored by the school and supervised by the faculty, to increase and develop artistic growth.

• Prerequisite: THTR 397

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63217D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	9 of 50	Els Collins	OFFICE	PDF (667154 KB)
63218D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	14 of 50	Els Collins	OFFICE	PDF (667095 KB)

THTR 499: Special Topics (2.0-4.0 units, max 8)

Studies in selected areas of theatre art. Intensive practice in role and script interpretation and its psychological relationship to the audience.

Section	Session	Units	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
Singing for Actors
63165D	001	2.0	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Tue, Thu	Canceled	Vicki Lewis,Brett Ryback
Developing Your Speaking Voice Level 2
63215D	001	2.0	Lecture	7:00-9:50pm	Thursday	Canceled	Kathy Dunn-Muzingo
Medical Clowning I- Introduction to Medical Clowning
63216R	001	2.0	Lecture	7:00-9:50pm	Wednesday	5 of 20	Zachary Steel	MCC112

THTR 500: Dramaturgical Perspectives and Approaches (2.0 units, max 10)

Investigates art and craft of dramatic writing initiated/completed in other MFA in Dramatic Writing courses or that was submitted as a sample for program entry.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63223D	001	Lecture	5:00-7:20pm	Wednesday	8 of 20	Luis Alfaro	MCC102

THTR 501: Poetry and Prose into Drama (4.0 units)

Plays for the stage shall be written using public-domain poetry and prose as inspiration and source material, complemented with exploring poetry, prose, and varied dramas as context for the student writer. Students should be well-versed in literature, and have written in one or more genres. Recommended preparation: reading poetry and novels.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63219D	001	Lecture	5:00-7:50pm	Monday	7 of 20	Velina Hasu Houston	GFS216	PDF (172354 KB)

THTR 506: Advanced Creating Characters (2.0 units)

An advanced writing workshop that focuses on continuing development of the crafting of character, centering on depth, breadth, dimensionality, and authenticity.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63224D	001	Lecture	4:00-6:20pm	Thursday	5 of 20	Paula Cizmar	GFS114	PDF (213162 KB)

THTR 515b: Advanced Movement (2.0 units)

Advanced exercises in movement for the use of the body in relation to the stage.

• Prerequisite: THTR 515a
• Note: Register for lecture and lab

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63225D	001	Lecture	10:00-11:50am	Mon, Wed	12 of 20	David Bridel,Robert Adler	MCC107
63226D	001	Lab	10:00-1:50pm	Tuesday	12 of 20	Babette Markus	MCC107

THTR 515d: Advanced Movement (2.0 units)

Advanced exercises in movement for the use of the body in relation to the stage.

• Prerequisite: THTR 515C
• Note: Register for lecture and lab

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63227D	001	Lecture	10:00-11:50am	Tue, Thu	11 of 20	Louise Peacock	PED204
63228D	001	Lab	TBA	TBA	11 of 20	Louise Peacock	OFFICE

THTR 515e: Advanced Movement (2.0 units)

Advanced exercises in movement for the use of the body in relation to the stage.

• Prerequisite: THTR 515D

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63239D	001	Lecture	10:00-12:50pm	Friday	8 of 20	Robert Adler	WPH205

THTR 520b: Advanced Acting (4.0 units)

Advanced training in acting skills; emphasis upon individual needs.

• Prerequisite: THTR 520a
• Note: Register for lecture and lab

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63230D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:50pm	MWTh	12 of 20	David Warshofsky,Andrew Robinson	PED202	Word (22309 KB)
63231D	001	Lab	10:00-12:50pm	Thursday	12 of 20	Ntare Mwine	MCC107

THTR 520d: Advanced Acting (4.0 units)

Advanced training in acting skills; emphasis upon individual needs.

• Prerequisite: THTR 520C
• Note: Register for lecture and lab

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63232D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:50pm	Tue, Thu	11 of 20	Andrei Belgrader	MCC106
63233D	001	Lab	10:00-11:50am	Mon, Wed	11 of 20	Mary-Joan Negro,	MCC112
			3:00-5:50pm	Wednesday		Andrew Robinson	MCC109

THTR 520e: Advanced Acting (2.0 units)

Advanced training in acting skills; emphasis upon individual needs.

• Prerequisite: THTR 520d

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63234D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:50pm	Tue, Thu	8 of 20	David Warshofsky	PED204	Word (20963 KB)

THTR 529b: Textual Studies for Performance (4.0 units)

Close textual reading of dramatic texts as a fundamental tool for rehearsal and performance.

• Corequisite: (THTR 515B and THTR 520B and THTR 540B)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63240D	001	Lecture	12:00-1:50pm	Wed, Fri	12 of 20	Frank Dwyer	KAP134	PDF (108004 KB)

THTR 540b: Advanced Voice Diction (2.0 units)

Individual work in improving the actor's vocal range.

• Prerequisite: THTR 540A

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63245D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:50pm	Tue, Fri	12 of 20	Natsuko Ohama	PED202	Word (22852 KB)

THTR 540d: Advanced Voice Diction (2.0 units)

Individual work in improving the actor's vocal range.

• Prerequisite: THTR 540C

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63250D	001	Lecture	1:00-2:50pm	Mon, Wed	11 of 20	Natsuko Ohama,	PED202	Word (22852 KB)
			10:00-11:50am	Friday		Lauren Yeoman	MCC112

THTR 540f: Advanced Voice Diction (2.0 units)

Individual work in improving the actor's vocal range.

• Prerequisite: THTR 540e
• Note: Register for lecture and lab

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63251D	001	Lecture	10:00-11:50am	Mon, Wed	8 of 20	Natsuko Ohama,Lauren Yeoman	PED204	Word (22588 KB)
63253D	001	Lab	1:00-2:50pm	Mon, Wed	8 of 20	Phil Allen,Vicki Lewis	MCC110

THTR 566: Dramatic Writing Studio (4.0 units, max 20)

Investigates gestalt of the student dramatic writer's professional development from the empty page and writing fundamentals to the first-draft script, business affairs, and dramaturgical advancement.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63256D	001	Lecture	7:00-9:50pm	Tuesday	9 of 12	Oliver Mayer	KAP150	PDF (318936 KB)

THTR 571: Professional Seminar (2.0 units)

Introduction to the world of the professional actor.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63265D	001	Lecture	10:00-11:50am	Tue, Thu	8 of 20	Dan Shaner	MCC109	Word (111104 KB)

THTR 590: Directed Research (1.0-12.0 units)

Research leading to the Master's Degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63279D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 10	Michael Bateman	OFFICE	PDF (153568 KB)
63280D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	2 of 10	Luis Alfaro	OFFICE
63281D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 25	Jack Rowe	OFFICE

THTR 596: Thesis Development and Attainment (2.0 units, max 10)

Designed to guide the MFADW student toward refinement of thesis including vision, development, and execution.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63289D	001	Lecture	12:00-1:20pm	Monday	3 of 20	Velina Hasu Houston	OFFICE	PDF (126108 KB)

THTR 597: Theatre Practicum (1.0-4.0 units, max 12)

Substantive participation in productions sponsored by the school and supervised by the faculty.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
63282D	001	Lecture	1:00-5:50pm	Friday	11 of 20	Andrew Robinson	MCC112
63283D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:50pm	MWF	8 of 20	David Warshofsky,Gregory Daniel,John Rubinstein,Anita Dashiell-Sparks	PED204	Word (21981 KB)