Courses in Theatre include
Production, Introduction to Theatre, Acting, History of the Theatre
and Oral Interpretation of Literature. Students can participate
in several theatrical productions each year.
A minor in Theatre Arts
requires eighteen (18) credit hours, including CA 221, 475; 6 hours
chosen from CA 315, 316 (same as ENG 315, 316), 317; 3 hours of
Theatre Production Workshop; and 3 hours of electives to be selected
in consultation with the Fine
Arts and Speech Department Chair.
Course Descriptions
THEA 107-108; 207-208; 307-308;
407-408. THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP I
A set of practical courses which provide instruction and lab in
five areas of theatre production: Costumes/Make-up; Acting/Directing;
Scenery/Props; Light/Sound; and Publicity/Management. A minimum
of 45 lab hours plus a written summary of the student's experience
is required. Offered in the Fall and Spring. Eight semesters;
one credit each
THEA 115. INTRODUCTION TO THE THEATRE
A brief but comprehensive study of the theatre, designed to arouse
a wide range of interests - critical, historical, artistic - needed
for a well-rounded appreciation of the whole. Includes attendance
at plays for evaluation. One semester; three credits
THEA 127-128; 227 - 228; 327 - 328; 427 - 428. THEATRE PRODUCTION
WORKSHOP II
A set of practical courses which provide instruction and lab in
five areas of theatre production: Costumes/Make-up; Acting/Directing;
Scenery/Props; Light/Sound; and Publicity/Management. A minimum
of 90 lab hours plus a written summary of the students experience
is required. Offered in the Fall and Spring. Eight semesters; two
credits each
THEA 221. ACTING
Introduction to the craft of acting with focus on elementary techniques
and principles. Designed to meet the needs of those directly concerned
with theatre production but valuable also for students seeking to
make better use of imagination and poise in social and professional
situations. Taught primarily through improvisation with exercises
in relaxation and techniques of body and voice flexibility and control.
Offered in the Fall semester. One semester; three credits
THEA 231 - 239. SPECIAL TOPICS IN THEATRE
Topics in the areas of speech or theatre, based on special interest
of students or special expertise of faculty. No prerequisite. One
semester; one to three credits
THEA 315. HISTORY OF THE THEATRE
An in-depth study of the theatre including samples of dramatic literature
from ancient Greece to the present. (Same as ENG 315) One semester;
three credits
THEA 317. FIELD STUDY IN LIVE THEATRE
A study of live theatre. The plays covered will be seen during the
semester at local Memphis theatres. Emphasis will be placed on contact
with the professional theatre as well as opportunities to analyze
and discuss the productions seen. One semester; three credits
THEA 377. ORAL INTERPRETATION OF LITERATURE
The development of responsiveness to prose, poetry, and drama and
the ability to communicate the logical, emotional, and aesthetic
elements to others. Students certifying in elementary education
will study children's literature in the content of this course.
One semester; three credits
THEA 401 - 402. INDEPENDENT STUDY IN THEATRE
An individual study project that will have as its end result the
presentation of a well researched thesis or an approved project
in Fine Arts. Syllabus and credit hours contracted by the student
with Chair of Fine Arts and Speech program. Offered in the Fall
and Spring. One semester; one to three credits
THEA 421 - 426. SPECIAL TOPICS IN THEATRE
Topics in the areas of speech or theatre, based on special interest
of students or special expertise of faculty. One semester each;
one to three credits each
THEA 475. SENIOR RECITAL
Rehearsal of monologues or concert theatre piece culminating in
performance before an audience. Program will be evaluated and approved
by instructor prior to public performance. Written work includes
script analysis, character profiles, and detailed written critiques
of videotapes of performances. One semester; three credits
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