THEA 101 - Introduction to Theater Arts

Semester Offered: First Semester
Credits (Range): 3 hours
Attribute: 3HU

This is a team taught class including the entire Theater and Dance faculty. We will focus on all major aspects of how a theatrical production is actualized, with special attention on how comprehensive text analysis leads to artistic choices. The course will cover design collaboration, an overview of production implementation (sets, costumes and lights) and the rehearsal process (staging, coaching, and stage management). As a final project, students will present short plays in the Little Theater. Enrollment limit: 42.
Instructor: M. Wright
Prerequisites & Notes
This course is limited to first year students, and is highly recommended for those planning to take THEA 100: Acting 1, offered second semester.