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Concurrent Course
Concurrent Course
Dramatic Arts (THTR)
- http://dramaticarts.usc.edu/
- D class assignments for undergraduates available in DRC-104; 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.
Study of diverse genres and disciplines of acting; fundamental techniques necessary for performance; scene study from contemporary text.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62606D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 18 | Judith Shelton | PED205 | PDF (636401 KB) | |
62602D | 001 | Lecture | 10:30-12:20pm | Mon, Wed | 18 of 18 | Kirstin Eggers | MCC109 | PDF (270169 KB) | |
62604R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:50pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 18 | Stevie Johnson | MCC112 | ||
62605R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-2:50pm | Mon, Wed | 17 of 18 | Jenni Barber | PED202 |
Introduction to the theoretical and foundational practices, techniques and strategies specific to screen acting in relation to the basic dynamics of acting for the stage.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62603R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Wednesday | 13 of 18 | Kevin McCorkle | SHR105 | PDF (312795 KB) | |
62607R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Monday | 12 of 18 | Jeremiah O'Brian | SHR105 | ||
62608D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 16 of 18 | Paul Urcioli | SHR105 | ||
62609R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Friday | 9 of 18 | Kevin McCorkle | SHR105 | PDF (312792 KB) | |
62628D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 21 of 21 | Adam Chambers | SHR105 | ||
62629D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Friday | 19 of 20 | Paul Urcioli | SHR105 |
Basic training for the actor's body for expression and communication. Awareness and control through mind-body techniques.
- Prerequisite: THTR 115A
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Acting), Acting for the Stage, Screen and New Media
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62610D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Tue, Thu | Canceled | Jeff Crockett |
Basic principles and techniques of acting through theatre games and improvisation. Introduction to contemporary texts, basic characterization and cold reading techniques.
- Prerequisite: THTR 120A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62613D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 17 of 25 | Anita Dashiell-Sparks | MCC107 | ||
62614R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | Canceled |
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 |
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62625R | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-7:50pm | Monday | 15 of 18 | Debra De Liso | PED206 | ||
62626R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Monday | 17 of 18 | Zachary Steel | PED206 | PDF (389540 KB) | |
62627R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Wednesday | 17 of 18 | Debra De Liso | PED206 | ||
62619R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Friday | 18 of 18 | Paul Hungerford | MCC107 | PDF (140162 KB) | |
62620R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Friday | Canceled | Paul Hungerford | PDF (140162 KB) | ||
62621R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Monday | 16 of 18 | Debra De Liso | PED208 | ||
62622D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 15 of 18 | Kirstin Eggers | PED208 | PDF (299026 KB) | |
62624R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 18 of 18 | Amrita Dhaliwal | PED208 |
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 |
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62630R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-2:50pm | Wednesday | Canceled |
Introduction to the non-performance areas of theatrical production(administrative, design, and technical fields) through hands-onparticipation in USC productions.
- Note: #62639 for BFA Musical Theatre majors only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62639D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Friday | 12 of 15 | Jenny Guthrie | MCC102 | PDF (939378 KB) | |
62640D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Tuesday | 88 of 105 | Ann Closs-Farley,Elizabeth Harper,Tak Kata,Noel Nichols, Els Collins | SGM124 | PDF (226079 KB) | |
62641R | 001 | Lab | 6:00-10:00pm | MTuWThF | 100 of 155 | Els Collins | OFFICE |
Advanced understanding of non-performance areas of theatrical production (administrative, design, and technical fields) through hands-on participation in USC productions.
- Prerequisite: THTR 131A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62651D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Thursday | 16 of 20 | Elizabeth Harper,Samantha Jones, Tak Kata | PED114E | ||
62652R | 001 | Lab | 10:00-12:50pm | Friday | 16 of 20 | Els Collins | TTL |
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
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Acting for the Stage, Screen and New Media
- Note: Register for lecture and lab
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62661D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Mon, Wed | Canceled | ||||
62662R | 001 | Lab | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | Canceled |
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 |
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62675R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Mon, Wed | 7 of 18 | Jeff Crockett | PED206 | ||
62676D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Tue, Thu | 18 of 18 | MaryAnn Hu | PED207 | ||
62677R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:50pm | Mon, Wed | 18 of 18 | Jenni Barber | PED204 | ||
62678R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | 10 of 18 | MaryAnn Hu | MCC109 | ||
62679D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-2:50pm | Mon, Wed | 18 of 18 | Stephanie Shroyer | MCC107 | PDF (489749 KB) |
A wide-ranging look at women in the performing arts both now and historically. Examination of how sex and gender, race and racism, ageism have affected how women have been perceived and treated in the arts.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62849R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Tue, Thu | Canceled |
Introduction to the theater and its relationship to society through major plays in film versions. Separate screenings to be arranged.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62846R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:20pm | Mon, Wed | Canceled |
Introduction to the formalized plays of William Shakespeare as texts for performance through reading, viewing and analysis of selected plays in textual and film versions.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62848R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | Canceled | Laurie Fisher |
Introduction to the fundamental elements of comedy and how to apply those elements to create short, original pieces of comedy in performance and writing.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63254D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 15 of 18 | Kirstin Eggers | PED207 | PDF (238447 KB) |
A comprehensive exploration of voice, speech and acting to strengthen the actors physical instrument.
- Prerequisite: THTR 214A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63284D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Tue, Thu | 16 of 25 | Laura Flanagan, | MCC107 | PDF (642560 KB) | |
1:00-2:50pm | Friday | Stephanie Shroyer | PED202 |
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 |
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62761R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-2:20pm | Tue, Thu | 17 of 18 | Alexandra Billings | PED204 |
Continuing development of imagination leading to an increased range of dramatic expression through the formalized text of William Shakespeare.
- Prerequisite: THTR 220A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62765D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 16 of 25 | Kenneth Mitchell | MCC111 |
The analysis of a range of plays from different times and cultures with a consideration of the roles of actor, director, dramaturg and designer.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62611R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 20 of 30 | Rena Heinrich | VHE210 | ||
62771D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Tue, Thu | 48 of 50 | Melinda Finberg | SOSB4 | Word (176941 KB) | |
63287D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 46 of 45 | Laurie Fisher | GFS118 | ||
63288D | 001 | Lecture | 3:30-5:20pm | Tue, Thu | 38 of 50 | Rena Heinrich | THH116 | ||
62762R | 001 | Discussion | TBA | TBA | 152 of 200 | TBA |
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 |
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62776R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 11 of 25 | Tom Buderwitz | WPH206 | PDF (1115538 MB) |
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 |
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62781R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:20am | Mon, Wed | 8 of 20 | Martha Carter, Elizabeth Harper | WPHB30 |
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 |
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62787R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 9 of 12 | Sibyl Wickersheimer | KAP164 | PDF (1184073 MB) |
Understanding on-camera acting and improvisation by creating original material both in front and behind the camera.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62631R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 6 of 18 | Jeremiah O'Brian | SHR105 | ||
62632R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Friday | 7 of 18 | Matthew Montgomery | MCC106 | ||
62780R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Monday | 18 of 18 | Joe Hacker,Gabriella Santinelli | SHR105 | ||
62783R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Thursday | Canceled | ||||
62784D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Thursday | 4 of 18 | Gabriella Santinelli | SHR105 | PDF (356715 KB) |
Polishing the actor's skills through analysis and performance applied to the arc of a character.
- Prerequisite: THTR 101
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62788D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-2:50pm | Tue, Thu | 20 of 20 | Paul Urcioli | PED202 |
Polishing the actor's skills through analysis and performance applied to the arc of a character.
- Prerequisite: THTR 252A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62612R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | 15 of 18 | Bayo Akinfemi | PED206 | ||
62792R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 18 of 18 | Zachary Steel | PED206 | PDF (390317 KB) | |
62794R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 14 of 18 | Danye Brown | MCC112 | PDF (529084 KB) | |
62799D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 19 of 20 | Stevie Johnson | PED205 | ||
62789D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 18 | Paul Urcioli | MCC107 | ||
62790D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-2:50pm | Tue, Thu | 13 of 18 | Esther Chae | MCC106 | ||
62791R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Tue, Thu | 6 of 18 | Bob Bailey | PED208 |
Explores the art of clowning in hospitals for the purpose of improving the well-being of those in need.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63000D | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-7:50pm | Wednesday | Canceled |
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 |
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63012R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Monday | 14 of 25 | Frank Catalano | DMC109 | PDF (171257 KB) |
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 |
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62847R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | 10 of 25 | Sharon Carnicke | DRC120 | PDF (414752 KB) |
Investigation of the projection design process, equipment, multi-media, digital technology concepts and related documentation.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63052R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Monday | 9 of 10 | Nathan Scheuer | PED114E | ||
63053R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 9 of 15 | OFFICE |
Explores the practice of bringing clowns into places of healing (hospitals, trauma sites, etc.) for the purpose of improving the physical and mental well-being of those in need.
- Prerequisite: THTR 290
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63001D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 7 of 7 | Zachary Steel | PED208 |
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 |
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63019R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-10:50am | Mon, Wed | 8 of 18 | Kenneth Sawyer | PED202 | PDF (1029753 MB) | |
63021R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Mon, Wed | 15 of 18 | Bob Bailey | MCC107 | ||
63022R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 18 | Bob Bailey | PED208 | ||
63023R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Mon, Wed | 10 of 18 | Stephanie Shroyer | PED208 | PDF (527845 KB) | |
63024R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Tue, Thu | 7 of 18 | Kenneth Sawyer | DRC120 | PDF (658728 KB) | |
63025R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 18 | Jeff Crockett | DRC120 |
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 |
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63027R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 17 of 18 | Stephanie Shroyer | PED208 | PDF (486800 KB) |
Experiential and discussion-based; examines Los Angeles-based live comedy as it continues to evolve, both through text and performance.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62667R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | Canceled |
Strategies and principles in computerized programming for theatrical lighting, emphasizing its applied use in creating kinetic, responsive environments.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62668R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 5 of 8 | Nathan Scheuer | PED114E |
Introduction to dramaturgy and the many functions it serves in the theatre. Focus on basic dramatic theories behind dramaturgy and its applications.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63285R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 3 of 30 | Melinda Finberg | GFS109 |
Explores the range and genealogy of LGBTQ theatre and performance across political, historical, and theatrical contexts.
- Prerequisite: THTR 225
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63257R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 20 of 25 | Boni Alvarez | GFS222 | PDF (543480 KB) |
Study of the development of Comedy of Manners, with primary focus on Restoration Comedy of Manners.
- Prerequisite: THTR 225
- Note: Celebrating the effervescent wit of the Comedy of Manners genre from its origins in ancient comedy, blossoming in 17th and 18th century among male and female writers, and following its diverse trajectory into theatre and media today.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63033D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 6 of 20 | Melinda Finberg | DMC106 | Word (166961 KB) |
20th century realism and the avant-garde.
- Prerequisite: THTR 225
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63040R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 4 of 30 | Matthew Montgomery | THH215 |
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), Acting for the Stage, Screen and New Media
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63041D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 11 of 25 | Kenneth Mitchell | MCC112 | PDF (825093 KB) | |
63042D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | OFFICE |
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 |
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63043R | 001 | Lecture | 10:30-11:50am | Mon, Wed | Canceled | Jeff Crockett |
Introduction to techniques of clown performance and key techniques including complicite, play, looks and drops.
- Prerequisite: THTR 101
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63044R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:50pm | Tue, Thu | 13 of 18 | Zachary Steel | PED204 | PDF (374666 KB) |
Further development of range and breadth of performance skills with emphasis on texts of heightened language and style.
- Prerequisite: THTR 320A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63045R | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | OFFICE | |||
63048D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 11 of 25 | Gregg Daniel | PED202 | PDF (198977 KB) |
An in depth study of improvised comedy scene work. An exploration of the primary tools and structure for creating improvised scenes and developing characters for stage and screen.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63049R | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Thursday | 14 of 18 | Nick Massouh | PED202 | PDF (237938 KB) |
Historical styles, methods and dramatic analysis in lighting design as applied in contemporary practice.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63050R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | Canceled |
Technology, organization, and operation of the theatrical scene shop centered around the proper and safe use of tools, the choosing of materials, and methods of construction.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62920R | 001 | Lecture | 8:30-9:50am | Mon, Wed | Canceled | ||||
62921R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA |
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 |
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63051D | 001 | Lecture | 3:30-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 10 of 10 | Phil Allen | MCC110 |
Continued training in the areas of breath awareness, physical awareness, voice, speech work and movement training.
- Prerequisite: THTR 339A
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62936D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 11 of 25 | Edgar Landa, | PED208 | ||
11:00-12:50pm | Friday | Kathy Dunn-Muzingo | MCC107 |
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), Acting for the Stage, Screen and New Media
- Concurrent enrollment: THTR 320B
- Concurrent enrollment: THTR 315B
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63056D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:50pm | Tue, Thu | Canceled |
Concurrent Course
THTR 320b: Intermediate Acting II (4.0 units)
Further development of range and breadth of performance skills with emphasis on texts of heightened language and style.
- Prerequisite: THTR 320A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63045R | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | OFFICE | |||
63048D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 11 of 25 | Gregg Daniel | PED202 | PDF (198977 KB) |
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), Acting for the Stage, Screen and New Media
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63041D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 11 of 25 | Kenneth Mitchell | MCC112 | PDF (825093 KB) | |
63042D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | OFFICE |
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 |
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63059D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:20am | Tue, Thu | 17 of 20 | Brent Blair | MCC106 |
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 |
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63061R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:20pm | Mon, Wed | 10 of 18 | Emily Alpren | DRC120 |
Designed to give students confidence and integrity for auditions in musical theatre. Choosing appropriate material and preparation for the audition and performance. Audition required.
- Note: UPDATE: Spring 2023 does not require audition.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63062D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Mon, Wed | 12 of 18 | MaryAnn Hu | MCC109 |
Building and sustaining character with special focus on stylized realism, subtext and heightened language. Multi-cultural text and methodologies.
- Prerequisite: THTR 352A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63068D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:50pm | Tue, Thu | 5 of 18 | Esther Chae | MCC106 | ||
63069R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Mon, Wed | 11 of 18 | Stevie Johnson | MCC106 |
Basic approach to the acting and analysis of the highly formalized texts of William Shakespeare.
- Prerequisite: THTR 101
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63072R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-10:50am | Mon, Wed | 15 of 18 | Matthew Felten | MCC112 | PDF (187224 KB) | |
63074R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-10:50am | Tue, Thu | 16 of 18 | Lee Chemel | MCC112 | PDF (512284 KB) | |
63278D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Mon, Wed | 8 of 18 | Edgar Landa | PED205 | PDF (351556 KB) |
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 |
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63076R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | 7 of 18 | Lena Ford | THH211 | ||
63077D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-2:50pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 19 | Luis Alfaro | MCC102 | PDF (310823 KB) |
Continuation of the work begun in 365.
- Prerequisite: THTR 365
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63078R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 13 of 18 | Paula Cizmar | MCC102 | PDF (511164 KB) |
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 |
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62633R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | Canceled | ||||
63095R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-2:50pm | Tue, Thu | 21 of 25 | Boni Alvarez | THHB10 | PDF (522014 KB) |
Substantive participation in a production sponsored by the School and supervised by the faculty.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63100D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-10:00pm | MTuWThF | 27 of 50 | Els Collins | TBA | PDF (192778 KB) | |
63101D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 10 of 50 | Els Collins | OFFICE | ||
63102D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-10:00pm | MTuWThF | 20 of 50 | Els Collins | OFFICE | PDF (193662 KB) | |
63103D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-10:00pm | MTuWThF | 19 of 50 | Els Collins | TBA | PDF (195163 KB) | |
63109D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | MTuWThF | 2 of 50 | Els Collins | OFFICE | PDF (187198 KB) | |
63131D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-10:00pm | MTuWThF | 3 of 50 | Els Collins | TBA | PDF (186704 KB) | |
63104D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-10:00pm | MTuWThF | 7 of 50 | Els Collins | TBA | PDF (188233 KB) | |
63105D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | MTuWThF | 12 of 50 | Els Collins | OFFICE | ||
63106D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-10:00pm | MTuWThF | 0 of 50 | Els Collins | TBA | ||
63107D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-10:00pm | MTuWThF | 28 of 50 | Els Collins | TBA | PDF (187251 KB) | |
63108D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | MTuWThF | 4 of 50 | Els Collins | OFFICE | PDF (189064 KB) |
Explores the bold approaches that characterize the best of contemporary theatre, as well as the artists who are groundbreakers in a changing world.
- Prerequisite: THTR 225
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63097R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 11 of 25 | Kenneth Sawyer | ZHS360 | PDF (495323 KB) |
An interdisciplinary inquiry into the aesthetics of the performing arts. Examines a dramatic classic and its adaptation into musical theatre, opera, ballet, and film. Duplicates credit in the former THTR 303.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62845D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:20pm | Tue, Thu | Canceled |
This course explores the live performance medium as a creative means of social redress and personal expression. Duplicates credit in the former THTR 393m.
- Diversity: This course satisfies the university's diversity requirement.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63096D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Tue, Thu | Canceled |
The study of standard American stage dialect using the international phonetic alphabet.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63098D | 001 | Lecture | 9:30-10:50am | Tue, Thu | 16 of 18 | Kathy Dunn-Muzingo | MCC106 | ||
63113D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:20am | Mon, Wed | 15 of 18 | Kathy Dunn-Muzingo | MCC106 |
The study of accents and regional dialects.
- Prerequisite: THTR 408A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63114D | 001 | Lecture | 12:30-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 16 of 18 | Kathy Dunn-Muzingo | MCC109 | PDF (466703 KB) |
Develops the student's ability to connect and combine managerial, economic and business-related skills with the craft and career of acting.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63116D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-2:50pm | Friday | 19 of 20 | Dan Shaner | KAP145 | Word (166400 KB) |
Introductory skills for the creation and realization of performance on camera.
- Prerequisite: THTR 480A
- Restriction: Registration closed to the following class level(s): Freshmen
- Note: For BFA Acting for Stage, Screen and New Media majors. .
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63266D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Friday | Canceled |
Development of a thorough understanding of story - medium and genre - through script analysis, as they pertain to the practical demands of a working entertainment professional.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63124D | 001 | Lecture | 3:30-4:50pm | Tue, Thu | Canceled |
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.
- Prerequisite: THTR 315B
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63118D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | Canceled |
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 |
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63119D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:20am | Mon, Wed | 25 of 26 | Edgar Landa | PED207 | PDF (337429 KB) |
Emphasis on Full Length Improvised Performances including the styles of various playwrights, genres of films, "the Harold, "improvised plays and musicals. Building on the groundwork of THTR 122 Improvisation and Theatre Games and THTR 322 Improv 2, students apply the techniques to long form unscripted performances.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63030R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 12 of 18 | Paul Hungerford | PED206 | PDF (146247 KB) |
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 |
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63110R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Friday | 14 of 18 | Matthew Felten | THH119 | PDF (186579 KB) | |
63111R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Friday | Canceled |
Explores the tools required to forge a career as a contemporary creator, with an emphasis on producing and monetizing new work through modern platforms.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63034R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Wednesday | 37 of 40 | Tomm Polos | VPD110 | PDF (114870 KB) | |
63035R | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-8:20pm | Wednesday | 15 of 40 | Tomm Polos | DMC101 | PDF (114870 KB) |
Advanced technical direction topics involving the technical analysis and design of moving scenery and theatrical systems.
- Prerequisite: THTR 438
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63037R | 001 | Lecture | 8:30-9:50am | Tue, Thu | 3 of 18 | Duncan Mahoney | TTL | PDF (265690 KB) | |
63135R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Tue, Thu | Canceled |
Exploration of on-camera skills required for presenters, hosts, athletes, public speakers, and others whose careers will include on-screen appearances.
- Restriction: Registration closed to the following major(s): Theatre
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63125R | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-7:50pm | Wednesday | 5 of 18 | Jeremiah O'Brian | SHR105 |
Develop on-camera auditioning skills for actors at a professional level in a variety of film, television and new media venues.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (THTR 252B or THTR 320B)
- Note: #63126 for BFA Acting for Stage and Screen. #63128 for BFA Musical Theatre.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63126D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Monday | 16 of 18 | Kate Burton,Kendall Johnson | PED206 | PDF (388199 KB) | |
63127D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Wednesday | 17 of 18 | Adam Chambers | MCC108 | ||
63128D | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-6:50pm | Monday | 11 of 18 | Michael Donovan | MCC112 |
Application of stage management procedures required in the professional theatre.
- Prerequisite: THTR 333
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63130R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-1:50pm | Monday | 4 of 6 | Scott Faris | WPH603 | PDF (479869 KB) |
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 |
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63132D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Friday | 9 of 15 | Ann Closs-Farley | WPH103 |
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 |
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63134R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | Canceled | Sibyl Wickersheimer |
Theory and practice of technical theatre. Emphasis is on technical problem solving and graphic solutions to technical theatre.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63145R | 001 | Lecture | 8:30-9:50am | Mon, Wed | Canceled | Duncan Mahoney |
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 |
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63151R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-2:50pm | Tue, Thu | 2 of 14 | Phil Allen | MCC110 |
Acting techniques, recording studio technology and editing for the field of voice acting and voice-overs.
- Prerequisite: THTR 252A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63154D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:20am | Monday | 11 of 12 | Phil Allen,Gabriella Santinelli | MCC110 | ||
63155D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-1:20pm | Friday | 12 of 12 | Phil Allen,Gabriella Santinelli | MCC110 |
Specific instruction to prepare Stage Managers for the rigors and processes of Touring and Opera productions as well as other non-theatrical team-based collaborations in entertainment.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63161R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 4 of 6 | Scott Faris | MCC102 | PDF (430296 KB) |
A continuation and deeper investigation of the analysis and performance of the highly formalized texts of William Shakespeare.
- Prerequisite: THTR 354
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63163R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-10:50am | Mon, Wed | 15 of 18 | Kate Burton | PED204 | PDF (417281 KB) |
Collaboration in the creation of short performance pieces, devised through a process of observation, research, writing, critical thinking and improvisation to engage contemporary innovations.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior, Senior (fifth year), Sophomore
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63160R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 5 of 18 | Brent Blair | PED205 |
Explores the range and genealogy of Latinx theatre and performance from its origins in the last fifty years to the present.
- Prerequisite: THTR 225
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63164R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | Canceled | Matthew Montgomery |
Creating a visual narrative story. Gaining a basic understanding of both the visual and technical components of story telling.
- Prerequisite: THTR 420
- Note: Available for BFA in Acting for Stage, Screen and New Media majors only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63167D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 8 of 18 | Julian Conde | MCC111 | PDF (438748 KB) |
Using original and existing scripted material for film, television and new media students will act, film and edit scenes to form a professional performance reel.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63166D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 12 of 18 | Bayo Akinfemi | MCC111 | ||
63168D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Monday | 21 of 22 | Rodney To | PED207 | PDF (515430 KB) | |
63276R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Friday | 8 of 18 | Bayo Akinfemi | MCC111 |
Analysis of a full-length play or its equivalent with continued production opportunity.
- Prerequisite: THTR 366
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63090R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | 2 of 18 | Boni Alvarez | LVL3B | PDF (535143 KB) |
Designed to provide the graduating students with opportunity to select, prepare and perform for agents, directors and producers in film, television and theatre. Also includes the study of the business of acting.
- Note: This course is only available for BFA Acting for Stage and Screen (#63170) and BFA Musical Theatre (#62600) students.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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62600D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 11 of 18 | David O | MCC106 | ||
63170D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Friday | 8 of 18 | Dan Shaner | PED206 | Word (165888 KB) |
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 |
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63175D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Monday | 10 of 14 | Kirstin Eggers | |||
3:00-10:00pm | Friday |
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 |
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63172D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 14 of 14 | Judith Shelton | MCC112 | PDF (618567 KB) | |
63173D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | 14 of 14 | Judith Shelton | PED207 | PDF (619159 KB) | |
63177D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Friday | 13 of 14 | Judith Shelton | MCC112 | PDF (618358 KB) |
Acting students will learn to develop on-camera acting skills and to collaborate with student directors and cinematographers from the School of Cinematic Arts.
- Prerequisite: THTR 252B
- Note: Sction #63259 for BFA Acting Junior Year
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63259D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | |||
63176D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Wednesday | 12 of 12 | Rodney To |
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 |
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63178D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Mon, Wed | 24 of 25 | Anita Dashiell-Sparks | KDC241 |
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 |
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63184R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 16 of 18 | Debra De Liso | PED205 |
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.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63182D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Friday | 12 of 12 | Julian Conde | MCC106 | PDF (515311 KB) | |
63187D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Thursday | 13 of 13 | Joe Hacker,Julian Conde | SHR105 | ||
63189R | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Wednesday | Canceled | ||||
63190D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Friday | 12 of 12 | Joe Hacker,Gabriella Santinelli | SHR105 | ||
63191D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 11 of 12 | Joe Hacker,Kendall Johnson | SHR105 |
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 |
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63194D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-1:50pm | Wednesday | 5 of 12 | Joe Hacker,Kendall Johnson | SHR105 |
Interactive performance and writing intensive focusing on creating professional level comedy material plus onstage performance strategies.
- Prerequisite: THTR 474
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63197D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-7:50pm | Monday | 16 of 16 | Wayne Federman | MCC108 | ||
63199D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-7:50pm | Wednesday | 14 of 14 | Judith Shelton | MCC112 | PDF (650482 KB) |
An on-camera, workshop-style introduction to techniques, perspectives and theories unique to performing in television commercials.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63198R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Monday | 13 of 18 | Kevin McCorkle | SHR105 | PDF (447778 KB) |
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 |
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63200R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Tue, Thu | 13 of 30 | Brent Blair | PED207 |
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
- Note: #63205 - Sound Design, #63206 - Musical Theatre Y4, #63207 - Musical Theatre Y1
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63205D | 001 | 1.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 5 | Noel Nichols | TBA | ||
63206D | 001 | 1.0-8.0 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Friday | 11 of 18 | Beverly Leech | MCC108 | ||
63207D | 001 | 1.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 14 of 18 | Douglas Peck, Meredith Pyle, Jenna Pastuszek | TBA | PDF (389147 KB) | |
63209D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Velina Houston | TBA | ||
63211D | 001 | 1.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Paula Cizmar | TBA | ||
63212D | 001 | 4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Sharon Carnicke | TBA | ||
63213D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 5 | Brent Blair | OFFICE | ||
63204D | 001 | 1.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Zachary Steel | TBA |
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 |
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63210R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Friday | 13 of 25 | Tom Buderwitz | DMC258 |
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 |
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63216D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 4 of 50 | Els Collins | TBA | ||
63217D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 12 of 50 | Els Collins | TBA | ||
63221D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 18 | Els Collins | TBA | ||
63218D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 14 of 50 | Els Collins | OFFICE |
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 |
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Cross-Training: Performance and Sport | ||||||||||
63286D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 6:00-7:50pm | Tuesday | 8 of 20 | Paul Urcioli | THH121 |
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 |
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63223D | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-7:50pm | Monday | 9 of 12 | Luis Alfaro | GFS218 |
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.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63219D | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-7:50pm | Wednesday | 11 of 14 | Paula Cizmar | DRC105 | PDF (620485 KB) |
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 |
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63224D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:20pm | Thursday | 3 of 12 | Paula Cizmar | DRC105 | PDF (523177 KB) |
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 |
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63225D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 10 of 20 | Sabina Zuniga Varela | MCC107 | ||
63226D | 001 | Lab | 10:00-1:50pm | Tuesday | 10 of 20 | Babette Markus | MCC109 |
Advanced exercises in movement for the use of the body in relation to the stage including a study of Viewpoints and Mask Work.
- Prerequisite: THTR 515C
- Note: Register for lecture and lab
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63227D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Tue, Thu | 8 of 20 | Stephanie Shroyer | MCC107 | PDF (397105 KB) | |
63228D | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 8 of 20 | TBA |
The execution and breakdown of a film project from ideation to completion.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63220D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 8 of 12 | Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine | MCC111 | PDF (101078 KB) |
Advanced training in acting skills including camera work; emphasis upon individual needs.
- Prerequisite: THTR 520A
- Note: Register for lecture and lab
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63230D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Thursday | 10 of 20 | Sabina Zuniga Varela, | PED207 | ||
3:00-5:50pm | Mon, Wed | David Warshofsky | DRC120 | ||||||
63231D | 001 | Lab | 10:00-12:50pm | Thursday | 10 of 20 | Rodney To | MCC109 |
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 |
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63232D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Mon, Wed | 8 of 20 | Michele Shay | MCC107 | ||
3:00-5:50pm | Thursday | PED207 | |||||||
63233D | 001 | Lab | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 8 of 20 | Laura Flanagan | PED205 |
Advanced training in acting skills; includes performing for agents, directors and producers in film, television and theatre.
- Prerequisite: THTR 520D
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63234D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Mon, Wed | 7 of 20 | Alexandra Billings | PED204 |
Individual work in improving the actor's vocal range.
- Prerequisite: THTR 540A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63245D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Tue, Fri | 10 of 20 | Natsuko Ohama | PED202 | Word (66254 KB) |
Advanced individual vocal development and application to a variety of professional and performance circumstances including voice-over work.
- Prerequisite: THTR 540E
- Note: Register for lecture and lab
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63251D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 7 of 20 | Natsuko Ohama | DRC120 | Word (257582 KB) | |
63253D | 001 | Lab | 1:00-2:50pm | Monday | 7 of 20 | Phil Allen,Gabriella Santinelli | MCC110 |
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 |
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63256D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-9:50pm | Tuesday | 9 of 12 | Oliver Mayer | THH219 | PDF (195781 KB) |
Introduction to the world of the professional actor.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63265D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Tue, Thu | 7 of 20 | Dan Shaner | DRC120 | Word (164864 KB) |
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.
- Prerequisite: THTR 580A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63241D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Friday | 7 of 12 | Finola Hughes | MCC106 |
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 |
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63289D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:20pm | Monday | 3 of 20 | Velina Houston | OFFICE | PDF (565776 KB) |
Substantive participation in productions sponsored by the school and supervised by the faculty.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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63282D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-5:50pm | Friday | 8 of 20 | Kate Burton | MCC109 | ||
63283D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | 7 of 20 | David Warshofsky | PED204 |