THE-105--(3)
THEATER APPRECIATION
Explores the basic elements of theater—the drama and production methods. Emphasizes the integration of all elements into a production, and the relationship between modern and historical ideas and methods.  (3 contact hours)

THE-107--(3)
FILM APPRECIATION
Introduces film as an art form through viewing and analysis of significant motion pictures. Students will compare film to other art forms and learn to view films with greater understanding. (3 contact hours)

THE-110--(3)
HISTORY OF THE THEATRE
This historical view of the theater stresses its social and political role in society from ancient Greece to the present through the study of key playwrights, actors and acting styles, and production techniques and styles. (3 contact hours)

THE-111--(3)
HISTORY OF FILM
An international survey of the historical development of film, emphasizing a study of films and innovations in film production that have had significant influence on film as an art form. Fee is required. (3 contact hours)

THE-115--(3)
ACTING I
Develops the actor's instrument, including movement, voice production, improvisation, and fundamental characterization. (4 contact hours)

THE-116--(3)
ACTING II
Prerequisite: THE-115. Continues development of acting fundamentals introduced in Acting I, emphasizing an intensive approach to acting exercises, improvisation, monologues, and scene study. (3 contact hours)

THE-125--(3)
STAGECRAFT
Introduces safety procedures and basic techniques of scenery and property construction, tool use, scene painting, and backstage organization. Laboratory experience is mandatory. (4 contact hours)

THE-150--(3)
CREATIVE DRAMATICS
Covers the role of drama in primary and junior high school education. The scope, values and fundamental skills of drama and its relation to education of the child, with an emphasis on teaching rather than performing skills, are included. (3 contact hours)