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References to the timing of course offerings which follow
apply only to day courses. Evening and summer school course offerings
are scheduled according to need. Christian Brothers University reserves
the right to cancel classes at any time due to insufficient enrollment.
THEATER COURSES
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 student’s 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 each; 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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