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Dramatic Arts Expanded (THTE)
- D class assignments available; URL: http://dramaticarts.usc.edu/.
- Information regarding "D" clearance courses can be found here: sdastudents.usc.edu. At the start of each term, students interested in a course that is at capacity or requires "D" clearance are encouraged to attend the first class. Per the approval of the instructor, students will then be able to submit a "D-Clearance Approval" form found here: sdastudents.usc.edu. For further questions regarding our courses, please email sdainfo@usc.edu, call (213) 740-1286 or visit DAB-301 (Office of Admissions & Student Services).
Analysis and investigation of role interpretation and character development by working on two or more scenes from the same play. Introduction of techniques to unlock objectives based on the text.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Dramatic Arts (Musical Theatre), Musical Theatre
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63305D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 9 of 18 | Laura Flanagan | MCC107 |  | |
| 63306R | 001 | Lab | 1:00-2:50pm | Friday | 9 of 18 | Jenni Barber | MCC112 | |
Continuation of analysis and investigation of role interpretation and character development by working on two or more scenes from the same play. Introduction of techniques to unlock objectives for character creation.
- Prerequisite: THTE 201A
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63320D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Mon, Wed | 12 of 18 | Ashley Eskew | MCC109 | |
Introduction to the basic musicianship and ear training essential for a Musical Theatre performer.
- Prerequisite: THTE 107
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63301D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 10 of 20 | Anthony Lucca | MCC107 | | |
| 63318R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 10 of 18 | TBA | |
Introduction to foundational skills in musical theatre movement, including safe alignment and a movement vocabulary.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63302D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:30pm | MTuWThF | 13 of 20 | Sarah Anindo Marshall | PED207 | | |
| 63324D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 20 | OFFICE | | ||
| 63316R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 13 of 18 | TBA | |
Movement for Musical Theatre, practicing and refining techniques and social dance forms in a studio setting.
- Prerequisite: THTE 206B
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63312D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:20am | MTuWThF | 14 of 20 | Sarah Anindo Marshall | PED207 | | |
| 63321D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | | ||
| 63314R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 14 of 20 | TBA | | ||
| 63322D | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | Canceled | TBA | |
Building upon techniques introduced and developed in THTE 340L and practice applying those skills to heighten dramatic text for musical theatre.
- Prerequisite: THTE 306 and THTE 340
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63325D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 14 of 20 | Jenni Barber, | OFFICE | | |
| 4:00-5:50pm 12:00-2:50pm 2:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed Tue, Thu Friday | Randy Blair, Jennifer Lin, Anthony Lucca | OFFICE OFFICE OFFICE | ||||||
| 63326R | 001 | Lab | 10:00-11:20am | MTuWThF | 14 of 20 | PED207 | |
Introduction to foundational healthy vocal performance/singing skills needed to sustain a career in the musical theatre.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63317D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 34 of 40 | Melissa Treinkman | OFFICE | |
Exploration of popular music styles and their direct application to professional musical theatre.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63303D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:50pm | Tue, Thu | 15 of 18 | Jennifer Lin, Jared Gertner | MCC109 | | |
| 63308D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 18 | TBA | | ||
| 63304R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 15 of 18 | TBA | | ||
| 63319D | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 0 of 18 | OFFICE | |
The use of acting techniques to capitalize upon media interest opportunities across all platforms (print, audio and video) including podcast and social media.
- Note: Performance cross-training to master the art of interviews and deliver undeniable pitches across print, audio, stage and screen.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63323R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 1 of 25 | Joe Towne | DMC109 |  |
Development of a broad range of vocal book material to reflect the versatility of the performer.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63315D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-10:50am | Tue, Thu | 10 of 20 | Yuka Takara | DAB213 | |