CSUH Catalog 2004-2005: Theater Arts (Undergraduate)

Theatre Arts

	Department Information
	Program Description
	Career Opportunities
	Features
	Major Requirements (B.A.)
	Subject Area Course Lists
	Minor Requirements
	Theatre Option: Liberal Studies
	Dance Option: Liberal Studies
	Undergraduate Courses

Department Information

Department of Theatre and Dance
College of Arts, Letters, and Social Sciences
Office: Robinson Hall 220
Phone: (510) 885-3118

Professors: Regina Cate, Edgardo de la Cruz, Thomas C. Hird (Chair), Rhoda Helfman Kaufman, Roderic M. Prindle

Lecturer: Laura E. Ellis

Please consult the 2005-2006 online catalog for any changes that may occur.

Program Description

The Department of Theatre and Dance provides comprehensive pre-professional training in the areas of acting, directing, dance, design, and theatre technology. The primary goal of the program is to develop artists whose performance skills and creativity are supported by a sound background in history, literature, and aesthetics. In an environment designed to encourage creativity and self expression, each student has opportunities to participate in various specializations within the major--acting, costuming, dance, directing, scenery, lighting design, or management. Students perform regularly in a variety of theatre and dance productions in the university's two performance facilities.

Theatre Arts graduates acquire a range of skills. This enables them to pursue different professional options. Many have entered advanced studies in nationally recognized universities and conservatories. Some have chosen careers in teaching, while others have gone directly into theatre or dance performance. Employers in other professions desire Theatre Arts graduates for their team skills, their imaginative approach to problems, and their ability to communicate creatively.

Career Opportunities

Actor/Actress • Broadcast Technician • Business Agent • Choreographer • College Student Services • Comedian • Corporate Officer • Costume Designer • Costume Technician • Dancer • Director • Drama or Dance Teacher/Professor • Dramaturg • Lighting Technician • Make-Up Artist/Specialist • Non-profit Manager • Performing Arts Fundraiser • Playwright • Producer • Recreation Supervisor • Sales Manager • Set Decorator • Set Designer • Sound Technician • Stage Manager • Theatre Critic • Theatre Technician • Theatre Manager

Features

The Department of Theatre and Dance produces approximately 12 plays and dance concerts during the year (including summer). The selection of plays exposes students in design, acting, directing, stage management, and technical theatre to a wide variety of styles, periods, and genres from Shakespeare to David Mamet and from Greek Tragedy to Modern Drama.

The department has several performance groups. Musical Theatre, Dance Touring, Children's Theatre, and Improvisation add to a varied and challenging performance schedule. A special feature of the Children's Theatre production each year is the opportunity for students to perform and serve as technical crew for up to 20 performances. This gives the student the experience of a "long run" show.

The Highlands Summer Theatre program is designed to give students a chance to test themselves and their art. The fully functioning theatre environment becomes a career choice experiment for the beginning artist, a proving ground for artist-in-training, and a place for both to develop and refine skills. All company members register for the 8 unit Summer Theatre course.

The Theatre and Dance Department is fortunate to have excellent facilities including the 480 seat University Theatre, the flexible Studio Theatre, scene shop, costume shop, twelve-station drafting room, acting studio, green room, make-up room, dressing rooms with lockers and showers, and a spacious Dance Studio. The department also administers the major in Arts Administration (see Arts Administration chapter.)

Major Requirements (B.A.)

The Theatre Arts major consists of 72-109 units, depending on the students' choice of a career option and their record of participation in performances; the B.A. degree requires a total of 180 units. The number of lower division units in the major is limited and indicated in each category below.


I.	Core (12 units)
	The Core is designed to assure that every student in the major, through shared, common experiences, develops a common vocabulary and learns the critical aspects of making and seeing the performing arts of theatre and dance. All majors should take the following courses at CSUH. Students who wish to apply a non-CSUH course or demonstrate familiarity with the appropriate vocabulary and skills may petition the chair for approval of a substitute.
		DANC 3210 Movement Analysis and Awareness (3) THEA 1010 All the World's a Stage (or 1011) (4) THEA 1012 Exploring Creativity in Theatre and Dance (3) THEA 1111 Theatre Backstage (2)
II.	Performance and Culmination Requirements (9-20 units)
	Majors must take 7-8 workshops during their final six to eight quarters, including two crew, two performance or design, and three to four construction assignments. A plan of assignments requires advance written approval of the Chair at the beginning of third year. (7-16 units) Department culminating project approved by Chair drawn from option, performance, independent study, or internship courses. (2-4 units) Note: Maximum lower-division units is 6.
III.	Options
	All majors must complete one of the following career options. (Subject Area Course Lists are located after the Option headings.)
	A.	Acting Option (54 units)
		This option is designed to prepare majors to move directly into an acting career or for entrance into a graduate M.F.A. program. New students must take THEA 3010 at their first opportunity. Total major units: 78-89.
		THEA 2005 Acting Fundamentals: Improvisation (3) THEA 2015 Acting Fundamentals: Stage Movement (2) THEA 3010 Acting and Directing Studio (4) THEA 4445 Arts and Management: Issues and Practice (4)
		Units from courses on Subject Area Course Lists as follows:
			Theatre: Acting (may not apply a required course) (9) Dance (any Dance subject list) (4) Theatre: Directing (4) Theatre: Technical/Design (12) Theatre: History and Literature (12)
		Note: Maximum lower-division units is 12. Note: Acting Option majors are required to audition for department productions twice yearly.
	B.	Children's Theatre and Dance (62 units)
		This option is designed to prepare majors for teaching theatre and dance to children in a classroom or recreational setting. Preparation for graduate study is indicated below. Total major units: 83-94.
		THEA 4445 Arts and Management: Issues and Practice (4)
		Units from courses on Subject Area Course Lists as follows:
			Children's Theatre and Dance List (20) Dance: Beginning Technique List (4) Dance: Intermediate or Advanced Technique List (4) Dance: History List (4) Theatre: Acting List (6) Theatre: History and Literature List (see notes below) (4) Theatre: Technical/Design List (8)
		Electives (require approval) may include additional Theatre or Dance courses or course from Music or English (8) Note: Maximum lower division units is 12 Note: Students considering graduate school should take either THEA 3201 or 3202. Note: Department Culminating Project must be in the area of Children's Theatre and Dance.
	C.	Creative Arts Option (51 units)
		This option is designed for those majors with career goals in education and in non-performance fields. Total major units: 72-83. THEA 4445 Arts and Management: Issues and Practice Units from courses on Subject Area Course Lists as follows:
			Theatre: History and Literature (8) Theatre: Acting (4) Theatre: Directing (4) Theatre: Technical/Design (14) Dance (any Dance subject list) (3)
		Electives (by agreement with advisor; 8-10 units may be in Art and/or Music) (14) Note: Maximum lower-division units is 12.
	D.	Dance Option (53-57 units)
		This option prepares students for a variety of performing arts and education careers. Students are prepared to enter graduate schools, including arts and professional programs. Total major units: 74-89.
		BIOL 2010 Human Physiology and Anatomy I (5) THEA 2015 Acting Fundamentals: Stage Movement (2) THEA 4445 Arts and Management: Issues and Practice (4)
		Units from courses on Subject Area Course Lists as follows:
			Dance: Beginning Technique (see notes) (4) Dance: Intermediate Technique (see notes) (4) Dance: Advanced Technique (see notes) (6) Dance: History (8) Dance: Fundamentals (4) Dance: Composition (6-8) Theatre: Technical/Design (10-12)
		Note: Maximum lower-division units is 14. Note: Dance Option majors must demonstrate beginning competency in at least four (4) different techniques, intermediate competency in three (3) different techniques, and advanced competency in two (2) different techniques.
	E.	Directing Option (57-63 units)
		This option helps aspiring directors choose a course of study which will prepare them for either an entry-level professional career or entrance into a graduate M.F.A. program. New students must take THEA 3010 at their first opportunity. Total major units: 78-95.
		DANC 4200 Dance through the Ages (4) THEA 3010 Acting and Directing Studio (4) THEA 4445 Arts and Management: Issues and Practice (4)
		Units from courses on Subject Area Course Lists as follows:
			Theatre: Directing (12) Theatre: Acting (9) Theatre: History and Literature (12-16) Theatre: Technical/Design (12-14)
		Note: Maximum lower-division units is 14.
	F.	Literature and Performance Option (58 units)
		This option is offered in cooperation with the Department of English. It prepares students for scholarly or academic careers which will require further, graduate-level studies. Those interested in college-level teaching, critical writing, dramaturgy, literary criticism, literary management, and similar careers should consider this option. Total units in major: 79-90. Required courses in English and Theatre as follows:
			ENGL 2040 Introduction to Critical Writing on Poetry or ENGL 2050 Introduction to Critical Writing on Drama (4) ENGL 3650 Women and Literature or ENGL 4450 Studies in British Women's Literature (4) ENGL 3760 Literature of the Twentieth Century or ENGL 4637 Studies in 20th-Century American Literature (4) ENGL 4720 Mythology or ENGL 4251 Introduction to Shakespeare (4) ENGL 4840 The Short Story (4) THEA 2310 Oral Interpretation of Literature or THEA 3310 Interpretation of Women's and Ethnic Literature (4) THEA 3111 Stagecraft Techniques (4) THEA 3425 Visual Arts for the Theatre (4)
		Units from courses on Subject Area Course Lists as follows:
			Theatre: Acting (6) Theatre: History and Literature (16) Theatre: Directing (4)
		Note: Maximum lower-division units is 12.
	G.	Musical Theatre (76-78 units)
		This option is offered in cooperation with the Department of Music. The courses prepare students for further study or an entry career in musical theatre. Majors complete most requirements for the Music Minor with a focus on voice. Total units in major: 97-110. Required courses in Dance (5-6 units):
			DANC 1171-2-3 Beginning Jazz Dance I, II, III or DANC 2171-2-3 Intermediate Jazz Dance I, II, III (3) DANC 2022 Contemporary Musical Theatre Dance or three additional quarters of Ballet and/or Tap (2-3)
		Required courses in Music (34 units):
			MUS 1027-8-9 Sightsinging I, I, III (3) MUS 1031-2-3 Music Theory I, II, III (12) MUS 1220 or 3220 Applied Music: Voice (six quarters) (12) MUS 3002 What to Listen for in Music (4) MUS 3501 or 3504 Music Performance Activities (a vocal ensemble for three quarters) (3)
		Required courses in Theatre (19-20 units):
			THEA 2005 Acting Fundamentals: Improvisation (3) THEA 2015 Acting Fundamentals: Stage Movement (2) THEA 3010 Acting and Directing Studio (4) THEA 3020 Musical Theatre Technique (3) THEA 3210 Script Analysis: The Western Tradition or THEA 3013 Advanced Acting: Characterization (3-4) THEA 4445 Arts and Management: Issues and Practice (4)
		Courses from the Theatre Arts Subject Area Course Lists (18 units):
			Theatre: History and Literature (8) Theatre: Technical/Design (10)
		Note: Maximum lower-division units is 20. Performance and Culmination Requirements: Musical Theatre Option majors must complete, with the approval of the Chair, their Performance and Culmination Requirements as follows:
			Perform in one Opera Workshop production; Perform in two Musical Theatre productions (at least one in Summer quarter); Perform in one additional dramatic, dance, or children's theatre production; Serve on two theatre production crews; Take a construction workshop twice. One Musical Theatre performance will serve as the Culmination assignment.
	H.	Recreation and Community Theatre (66-70 units)
		This option is offered in cooperation with the Department of Recreation and Community Services. The courses prepare students for a theatre career in city and district recreation departments and for jobs such as Recreation Supervisor. Total units in major: 87-102.
		REC 1000 Nature and Scope of Recreation and Community Services (or 2400) (4) REC 3000 Philosophy of Leisure Studies (4) REC 3700 Community Organizations in the Urban Setting (4) THEA 4445 Arts and Management: Issues and Practice (4)
		Units from courses on Approved Department Course Lists as follows:
			Theatre: Acting (9) Theatre: Directing (4-8) Theatre: History and Literature (8) Theatre: Technical/Design (12) Theatre: Acting, Directing, or Technical/Design (4)
		Internship/Culmination from the following courses: (Serves as the Theatre Arts Culmination with approval of Chair)
			REC 4890 Internship Placement Studies (1) REC 4910 Recreation and Community Services Internship and Senior Project (12)
	I.	Technical and Design (55 units)
		This option provides varied specializations leading to careers in construction, operations, or design in areas including: costumes, scenery, lighting, sound, special effects, props, stage management, and technical management. Graduates should be able to directly enter the technical professions and graduate design programs. Total major units: 76-87.
		THEA 4445 Arts and Management: Issues and Practice (4)
		Units from courses on Approved Department Course Lists as follows:
			Theatre: Technical/Design (20) Theatre: History and Literature (12) Theatre: Acting (6) Theatre: Directing and/or Dance: Composition (4) Dance (any Dance subject list, advisement required) (3) Electives (Art recommended) (6)
	Note: Maximum lower-division units is 12.

Subject Area Course Lists


Theatre: Acting
	THEA 2005 Acting Fundamentals: Improvisation THEA 2015 Acting Fundamentals: Stage Movement THEA 2310 Oral Interpretation of Literature THEA 3012 Advanced Acting: Scene Study THEA 3013 Advanced Acting: Characterization THEA 3020 Musical Theatre Technique THEA 3050 Teleplay Acting and Production Workshop THEA 3052 Acting for the Camera THEA 3485 Voice on Stage
Theatre: Directing
	THEA 3210 Script Analysis: The Western Tradition THEA 4021 Play Direction: Sign and Symbol Theory in Production THEA 4022 One-Act Production
Theatre: Technical/Design
	THEA 1111 Theatre Backstage THEA 2115 Costume and Clothing Construction THEA 3111 Stagecraft Techniques THEA 3112 Costume Techniques THEA 3113 Lighting and Sound Techniques THEA 3170 Technical Production THEA 3418 Stage Makeup I THEA 3422 History of Costume THEA 3423 Non-Western Costume THEA 3424 Scene Painting and Graphic Language THEA 3425 Visual Arts for Theatre THEA 4418 Advanced Makeup and Maskmaking
Theatre: History and Literature
	THEA 3201 Classical Greek and Roman Drama THEA 3202 European Medieval and Renaissance Drama THEA 3203 Modern European Drama THEA 3207 Modern American Theatre THEA 3208 Postmodern Theatre THEA 3226 The Woman Artist THEA 3228 Women in Dramatic Literature THEA 3232 Modern Art and Theatre THEA 4375 Ethnic and Immigrant Theatre in the United States
Theatre: Acting for Dance
	DANC 3426 Collaborative Dance and Theatre
Children's Theatre and Dance
	DANC 3235 Dance for Children DANC 4235 Children's Dance: Curriculum and Instruction THEA 3610 Interpretation of Children's Literature and Story Telling THEA 3650 Dramatic Activities for Children THEA 3660 Children's Theatre Performance
Dance: Beginning Techniques
	DANC 1002 Country Western Line Dance DANC 1019 African Dance DANC 1131-2-3 Beginning Hip Hop Dance I, II, III DANC 1141-2-3 Beginning Modern Dance I, II, III DANC 1171-2-3 Beginning Jazz Dance I, II, III DANC 1181-2-3 Beginning Ballroom Dance I, II, III DANC 1191-2-3 Beginning Ballet Dance I, II, III
Dance: Intermediate Techniques
	DANC 2030 Fundamentals of Modern Dance DANC 2141-2-3 Intermediate Modern Dance I, II, III DANC 2171-2-3 Intermediate Jazz Dance I, II, III DANC 2181-2-3 Intermediate Ballroom Dance I, II, III DANC 2191-2-3 Intermediate Ballet Dance I, II, III
Dance: Advanced Techniques
	DANC 3141-2-3 Advanced Modern Dance I, II, III DANC 3171-2-3 Advanced Jazz Dance I, II, III DANC 3440 Modern Technique
Dance: Composition
	DANC 3022 Improvisation and Beyond DANC 3220 Dance Performance, Composition and Production I DANC 4220 Dance Performance, Composition and Production II
Dance: Fundamentals
	DANC 2023 Dance Fitness DANC 3235 Dance for Children DANC 3241 The Dance Experience
Dance: History
	DANC 4200 Dance through the Ages DANC 4201 Dance in Modern Society

Other Degree Requirements
In addition to major requirements, every student must also complete the University requirements for graduation which are described in the Baccalaureate Degree Requirements chapter in the front of this catalog. These include the General Education-Breadth requirements; the U.S. history, U.S. Constitution, and California state and local government requirement; the University Writing Skills requirement; and the residence, unit, and grade point average requirements.

Minor Requirements


I.	Theatre (32 units)
	The student must complete at least 32 units, 18 of which must be upper division units selected in consultation with a Theatre advisor.
	A.	Complete the following (12 units):
		THEA 1010 All the World's a Stage (or 1011) (4) THEA 2310 Oral Interpretation of Literature (4) THEA 3111 Stagecraft Techniques (4) or THEA 3112 Costume Techniques (4)
	B.	History, Theory, Literature (4 units)
		Select four units from the following:
		THEA 3201 Classical Greek and Roman Drama (4) THEA 3202 European Medieval and Renaissance Drama (4) THEA 3203 Modern European Drama (4) THEA 3207 Modern American Theatre (4)
	C.	Performance, Production, Technical, Design Workshops (6 units)
		THEA 3180 Theatre Workshop: Technical or Costume (2) THEA 3181 Theatre/Dance Workshop: Performance (1) THEA 3182 Theatre Workshop: Production Crew (2)
	D.	Electives by advisement (10 units)
II.	Children's Theatre and Dance (30-32 units)
	A.	Complete the following (17 units):
		DANC 2020 Rhythm and Music for Dance (2) THEA 1012 Exploring Creativity in Theatre and Dance (3) THEA 3610 Interpretation of Children's Literature and Story Telling (4) THEA 3650 Dramatic Activities for Children (4) THEA 3660 Children's Theatre Performance (4)
	B.	Complete one of the following (4 units):
		(Students who use DANC 3235 to meet a requirement elsewhere in Liberal Studies or another major must take DANC 4235.)
			DANC 3235 Dance for Children (4) or DANC 4235 Children's Dance: Curriculum and Instruction (4)
	C.	Complete two different dance technique courses at the beginning-level and one course in one of the same techniques at the intermediate-level from the following lists (3 units):
		Dance-Beginning Techniques
		DANC 1121-2-3 Beginning Latin Dance I, II, III DANC 1131-2-3 Beginning Hip Hop Dance I, II, III DANC 1141-2-3 Beginning Modern Dance I, II, III DANC 1171-2-3 Beginning Jazz Dance I, II, III DANC 1181-2-3 Beginning Ballroom Dance I, II, III DANC 1191-2-3 Beginning Ballet Dance I, II, III
		Dance-Intermediate Techniques
		DANC 2131-2-3 Intermediate Hip Hop Dance I, II, III DANC 2141-2-3 Intermediate Modern Dance I, II, III DANC 2171-2-3 Intermediate Jazz Dance I, II, III DANC 2181-2-3 Intermediate Ballroom Dance I, II, III DANC 2191-2-3 Intermediate Ballet Dance I, II, III
	D.	Complete one course from the following "Dance: History" or "Theatre: History and Literature" lists (4 units):
		Dance: History
			DANC 4200 Dance Through the Ages (4) DANC 4201 Dance in Modern Society (4)
		Theatre: History and Literature
			THEA 3201 Classical Greek and Roman Drama (4) THEA 3202 European Medieval and Renaissance Drama (4) THEA 3207 Modern American Theatre (4) THEA 3226 The Woman Artist (4) THEA 3232 Modern Art and Theatre (4) THEA 4375 Ethnic and Immigrant Theatre in the United States (4)
	E.	Complete one course from the following "Theatre: Technical and Design" list (2-4 units):
		Theatre: Technical and Design
			THEA 3111 Stagecraft Techniques (4) THEA 3112 Costume Techniques (4) THEA 3113 Lighting and Sound Techniques (4) THEA 3418 Stage Makeup I (2)
III.	Dance Minor (32 units)
	A.	Upper Division (22 units)
		THEA/DANC 3181 Theatre/Dance Workshop: Performance (1) DANC 3210 Movement Analysis and Awareness (3) DANC 3220 Dance Performance, Composition, and Production I (3) DANC 3241 The Dance Experience (3) DANC 4200 Dance through the Ages (4) or DANC 4201 Dance in Modern Society (4) DANC 4220 Dance Performance, Composition, and Production II (3) KPE 3305 Structural Kinesiology (5)
	B.	Dance Electives (4 units)
	C.	Performance Competencies (6 units)
		Students must complete the competencies listed below by taking courses in ballet, modern, jazz, African, ballroom, and/or folk dance. Two beginning classes (2 units) Two intermediate classes (2 units) One advanced class (2 units)

Theatre Option: Liberal Studies


Area V (4 units)
	THEA 1010 All the World's a Stage (or 1011) (4)
Area VII, Credential Track, or Area VI, General Track (24 units)
	THEA 2310 Oral Interpretation of Literature (4) THEA 3111 Stagecraft Techniques (4)
	Four units taken from:
		THEA 3180 Theatre Workshop: Technical or Costume (2) THEA/DANC 3181 Theatre/Dance Workshop: Performance (1) THEA 3182 Theatre Workshop: Production Crew (2)
	Twelve units of upper division theatre coursework selected from:
		THEA 3201 Classical Greek and Roman Drama (4) THEA 3202 European Medieval and Renaissance Drama (4) THEA 3203 Modern European Drama (4) THEA 3207 Modern American Theatre (4) THEA 3210 Script Analysis: The Western Tradition (4) THEA 3225 Theatre Today (4) THEA 3610 Interpretation of Children's Literature and Storytelling (4) THEA 3650 Dramatic Activities for Children (4) THEA 4445 Arts and Management: Issues and Practice (4)

Dance Option: Liberal Studies


Area VII, Credential Track, or Area VI, General Track (24 units)
	A.	Required courses (17 units):
		DANC 3210 Movement Analysis and Awareness (3) DANC 3220 Dance Performance, Composition and Production I (3) DANC 3235 Dance for Children (4) DANC 3241 The Dance Experience (3) DANC 4200 Dance Through the Ages (4) or DANC 4201 Dance in Modern Society (4)
	B.	Four units selected from:
		DANC 2020 Rhythm and Music for Dance (2) DANC 4220 Dance Performance, Composition and Production II (3) THEA 3180 Theatre Workshop: Technical or Costume (2)
	C.	Performance competencies (3 units)
		Two units selected from:
		DANC 1121-2-3 Beginning Latin Dance I, II, III DANC 1131-2-3 Beginning Hip Hop Dance I, II, III DANC 1141-2-3 Beginning Modern Dance I, II, III DANC 1171-2-3 Beginning Jazz Dance I, II, III DANC 1181-2-3 Beginning Ballroom Dance I, II, III DANC 1191-2-3 Beginning Ballet Dance I, II, III
		One unit selected from:
		DANC 2131-2-3 Intermediate Hip Hop Dance I, II, III DANC 2141-2-3 Intermediate Modern Dance I, II, III DANC 2171-2-3 Intermediate Jazz Dance I, II, III DANC 2181-2-3 Intermediate Ballroom Dance I, II, III DANC 2191-2-3 Intermediate Ballet Dance I, II, III

Undergraduate Courses

Theatre
The course prefix for the following courses is THEA.

1005

How to See a Play (4)
An introduction to contemporary drama on the stage. How the printed play is translated into visual and aural images. Attendance at selected theatre events is required. Recommended for non-majors. (A)

1010

All the World's a Stage (4)
[CAN DRAM 18]
An exploration of how diverse cultures throughout history have created theatre; how representative playwrights have mirrored the concerns of their times through their plays; and how theatre artists interpret these plays. Attendance at selected theatre events is required. Recommended for non-majors. Not open to those with credit for THEA 1011. (A)

1011

All the World's a Stage: Gender in the Arts (4)
How diverse cultures throughout history have created theatre and art; how representative artists have mirrored the concerns of their times especially concerning gender; and, how theatre artists interpret their art. Not open to those with credit for THEA 1010.

1012

Exploring Creativity in Theatre and Dance (3)
Explorations and improvisations in solo and collaborative stage performance modes directed at releasing creative energies, expanding mental boundaries, and increasing the range of expressive means. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 6 units. Only 3 units applicable to major. Cross-listed with DANC 1012. Two hrs. lect., 2 hrs. act. (F or W)

1020

Discover Acting (3)
Introduction to acting techniques to improve self-expression and observation skills. An introductory acting course designed for non-majors. Suitable as an elective for those who work with people of all ages in education, recreation, business and mass communication. (W)

1111

Theatre Backstage (2)
Lectures and demonstrations on problems of stagecraft, costume, lights, sound, props, special effects, producing, improvisation, and dance used to create theatrical illusions. Requires simultaneous enrollment in activity: one section of THEA 3180 or 3182 for a total of four units. (F)

2005

Acting Fundamentals: Improvisation (3)
[CAN DRAM 8]
Explorations in non-scripted modes of dramatic presentation involving exercises in visual and oral expressions. Course culminates in a class-created theatre piece. Two hrs. lect., 2 hrs. act. (F)

2015

Acting Fundamentals: Stage Movement (2)
Preparatory acting work focusing on relaxation, concentration, trust, psychology of stage space, relationships, energizing, focus, gesture, business, rhythm, and style. Four hrs. act. (W)

2051

Technology and Culture in Performance (4)
How performing arts at various times and places portray the relationship between technology and culture, including theatre, music, dance, film, video, Web, and visual arts. Assignments relate to completion of a media project.

2115

Costume and Clothing Construction (2)
An introduction to clothing construction with an emphasis on costumes. Basic principles of flat patterning and draping techniques for fashion and theatre. Computer patterning possible. One hr. lect., 2 hrs. act. (Alt. Y)

2188

Summer Theatre Workshop (2-6 units)
Specialized workshop in specific performance or technical skill. Typically one to five weeks in length. Usually related to a special culminating performance or to a regular summer show. May be repeated three times for credit for a total of 24 units, with only one attempt applicable to the major. Four - twelve hrs. act.

2211

Asian Thought in Theatre (4)
Asian thought as portrayed in Asian Performance and the role of Asian thought and performance techniques in U.S. and world theatre.

2226

Women in Performance (4)
Roots of U.S. culture in roles of women artists, including traditional gender-based performance forms. The female body in theatre. Includes some women artists of Europe, Africa, and Pacific Rim who have influenced or been influenced by U.S. culture.

2310

Oral Interpretation of Literature (4)
The artistic process of studying literature through performance. The critical analysis of texts and guided practice in the effective use of voice and body to communicate poetry, prose, and dramatic texts. (F)

2311

Children, War, and the Holocaust (4)
Poetry, prose and dramatic texts about the roles of children in war. Special emphasis on WWII and Holocaust. Influences of storytelling, oral presentation, and performance techniques on both development and critical analysis of literature.

3000

Theory of Theatre Performance (4)
A series of theatre activities to demonstrate the nature and execution of theatre performance. Combines improvisation, physicalization of subtext, creative dramatic techniques, and explorations of collaborative performance. Three hrs. lect., 2 hrs., activity.

3010

Acting and Directing Studio (4)
Exercise and seminars for improving performers; development of artist's self-diagnostic tools; strategies for academic and career development. Open to those with performance background and interest in performance options. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (F)

3012

Advanced Acting: Scene Study (3)
Acting with script using textual and subtextual methods. May be repeated once for credit with different instructor, but only 3 units may be applied to the major. Prerequisites: THEA 3011, 3210. Six hrs. act. (W)

3013

Advanced Acting: Characterization (3)
Methods of building character through research, bio-data, and script analysis. May be repeated once for credit with different instructor, but only 3 units may be applied to the major. Prerequisites: THEA 3011, 3012, 3210. Six hrs. act. (Sp)

3014

Truthful Acting (3)
Advanced techniques for acting believably and with powerful personal involvement in situation and character. Prerequisites (may be taken concurrently): THEA 1020 or 2005. Two hrs. disc., 2 hrs. act.

3020

Musical Theatre Technique (3)
Exercises in song interpretation for musical comedy purposes, including familiarity with various song structures. Open to non-majors. May be repeated four times for credit for a total of 15 units, with only 3 units applicable to the Theatre major. Two hrs. lect., 2 hrs. act. (Y)

3030

Acting Skills for Business and Systems Management (4)
Creative methods for viewing situations from all sides, reaching conclusions, developing positions, and communicating views effectively. Roles managers play in collaboratively developing plans of action including those for sales and project development. Creative communication strategies. Three hrs. lect., 2 hrs. act. (Y)

3050

Teleplay Acting and Production Workshop (4)
Producing original television movie for cable broadcast. Primarily advanced camera acting techniques, includes some studio operation. Some roles may be assigned during previous quarter to students in THEA 3052. May be repeated once for credit. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act.

3052

Acting for the Camera (4)
Acting in television drama; preparation for interviews and other television appearances. Prepares students for acting and production opportunities in CSUH creative video courses. Recommended preparation: THEA 1020, THEA 2005, COMM 3100, or ENGL 3077. May be repeated once for credit.

3061

Period Acting (2)
Stylized acting technique applicable to works from selected periods and locales. Emphasis on Western, but includes content from at least one non-Western genre. Consult instructor about specific content. Repeatable for credit; maximum of 4 units applicable to major. Prerequisite: any lower-division acting course. Four hrs. act.

3062

The Acting Profession (2)
Acting as a career. Guest speakers and visits to theatres. Prepare audition material. Nominated students may prepare for regional theatre festival. Repeatable for credit; maximum of 4 units applicable to major. Prerequisite: one lower-division acting course. Four hrs. act.

3111

Stagecraft Techniques (4)
An introduction to stage scenery. Building a basic set and drawing an appropriate floor plan are emphasized. Included are production techniques related to actors, directors, technicians, and designers. Open to non-majors. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (F)

3112

Costume Techniques (4)
An introduction to stage costuming. Basic principles of costume design, construction, research methods, and rendering techniques are emphasized. Open to non-majors. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (W)

3113

Lighting and Sound Techniques (4)
An introduction to stage lighting and sound. Lighting segments emphasize recognizing, hanging, focusing, and operating light instruments. Sound segments emphasize recording and sound design concepts. Open to non-majors. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (Sp)

3170

Technical Production (4)
Case studies in technical theatre production, including research, visualization, material selection, construction, and finishing. Scenery, rigging, and props. Open to non-majors. Repeatable. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (Alt. F)

3180

Theatre Workshop: Technical or Costume (2)
Production participation in costume and scene shops preparing all technical elements of shows. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 10 units. Cross-listed with DANC 3180. Four hrs act. (F, W, Sp)

3181

Theatre/Dance Workshop: Performance (1)
On-stage participation in departmental productions. Open to all students who successfully audition. Enrollment in THEA/DANC 3180 may be required. Cross-listed with DANC 3181. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 6 units. Three hrs. perf. minimum. (F, W, Sp)

3182

Theatre Workshop: Production Crew (2)
Production participation on stage crew, including lights, sound, dressing, makeup, followspot, flys, props, etc. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 6 units. Cross-listed with DANC 3182. Four hrs. act. (F, W, Sp)

3183

Theatre Workshop: Production Staff (3)
Practicum in design and production management for directors, designers, stage managers and crew heads, including development of portfolio. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 12 units. Six hrs. act. (F, W, Sp)

3184

Theatre Workshop: Festival Production (2)
Preparation and participation in a significant administrative or technical assignment. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 6 units. Four hrs. act. (W)

3185

Theatre Workshop: Studio Production (2)
Production participation in special show, including both acting and technical assignments. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 8 units. Four hrs. act.

3189

Production Practicum (4)
Participation in cast, crew, and construction of department production. Requires rehearsal, construction, tech/dress rehearsals, and performance or crew. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 12 units. Twelve hrs. perf. minimum. (A)

3201

Classical Greek and Roman Drama (4)
The historic development of early classical drama from the Greek period through the Roman, including the study of representative plays, theatre architecture, and production. Individual research on selected topics. (Alt. Y)

3202

European Medieval and Renaissance Drama (4)
The historic development of European drama from the Medieval period through the Italian Renaissance, Elizabethan period, and 17th Century, including the study of representative plays, theatre architecture, and production. Individual research on selected topics. (Alt. Y)

3203

Modern European Drama (4)
The historic development of European drama from 1800 to the present, including study of representative plays, physical aspects of the theatre, and production practices. Individual research on selected topics. (Alt. Y)

3207

Modern American Theatre (4)
Study of representative American playwrights and their theatre from 1920 to the present. Individual research on selected topics. (Alt. Y)

3208

Postmodern Theatre (4)
Development of postmodern theatre with its emphasis on the mixing of different styles and periods, its interspersing of multiple meanings in a text performance, and its self-consciousness about performance itself. Individual research on selected topics. (Alt. Y)

3210

Script Analysis: The Western Tradition (4)
Literary, textual, and structural analysis of plays for production, especially aspects involving play selection, dramaturgy, design, and visualization. Use of self-examination techniques. Individual research on selected topics. Open to students with experience attending plays. (F)

3216

History of Musical Theatre (4)
Musical theatre from 1866 to the present; 19th-century minstrel and variety shows; the theatre of social change in the 20's and 30's; and "concept" musicals after 1970. Requires theatre attendance.

3225

Theatre Today (4)
Methods for developing a critical viewpoint on theatrical production through observation and analysis of production elements. Includes historical perspectives. Attendance at a variety of theatre events is required. May be used as major elective by advisement only. (F, Sp)

3228

Women in Dramatic Literature (4)
Classic heroines and villains in world drama, including Medea, Lady Macbeth, and Miss Julie. Investigation of the profound and often contradictory view of women as seen by the world's greatest dramatists. Recommended for non-majors. (Alt. Y)

3230

Shakespeare on Film (4)
Selected plays of Shakespeare shown on film in class. Discussion of literature, interpretations, techniques and concepts of plays as adapted for film and historic setting. Attendance at one live performance may be required for comparative purposes.

3232

Modern Art and Theatre (5)
Survey of art and theatre from late 19th century to present, from Realism to Post-Modernist performance. Includes excursions to performances and art venues.

3233

Modern Philippine Dramatic Literature and Styles (4)
Philippine/Filipino-American dramatic literature as a reflection of Philippine history, social tensions, and political issues; the Filipino-American experience in drama; post-colonial critique of substance and aesthetics in original and translated dramatic texts.

3310

Interpretation of Women's and Ethnic Literature (4)
Research, selection, and analysis of literature contributing to U.S. culture by women and ethnic minorities. Rehearsal and performance as Readers' Theatre. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (W)

3311

Filipino Theatre (4)
A beginning to intermediate practicum in theatre of the Philippines. Literature, acting, and theatrical aspects; includes a performance. Repeatable once for credit. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (Alt. Y)

3315

Multicultural Theatre Troupe (4)
Techniques for performing before multicultural audiences. Oriented for non-majors. Involves off-campus shows. Two hrs. discussion, 4 hrs. act.

3320

Improvisation Performance Group (3)
Perfecting "theatre sports," comedy improv, and serious topical improvisation styles for public performances on campus and at local colleges, high schools, and other organizations. Previous improv experience . May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 6 units. Only 3 units applicable to major. Six hrs. act. (W or Sp)

3418

Stage Makeup I (2)
A study of the theories of stage makeup, with practical experience in the application of these theories. One hr. lect., 2 hrs. act. (W)

3422

History of Costume (4)
The historic development of Western costume from Egyptian to modern styles. (Alt. Y)

3423

Non-Western Costume (4)
The development of non-Western clothing and costume. The important influences of Chinese, Japanese, Indonesian, Indian, and African clothing on all cultures. Recommended for nonmajors. (Alt. Y)

3424

Scene Painting and Graphic Language (4)
Exploration of methods of scenic painting. Problems in rendering, models, and full scale painting using scenic color media, texture treatment, and light and shadow techniques. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (Alt. Y)

3425

Visual Arts for the Theatre (4)
The aesthetics and practice of sceneography, lighting, and costume in theatre including dance, opera, and drama. Basic techniques of drawing, painting, model building, research, and light plots. Prerequisites: THEA 2111, 2112, 2113, or consent of instructor. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (Alt. Y)

3485

Voice on Stage (2)
Resonance, articulation, voice color, projection, pitch, and rate exercises for better voice use in stage presentation. Covers techniques for acting, media work, teaching, and business. Four hrs. act. (Sp)

3486

Stage Dialects (2)
Dialects appropriate to dramatic literature of the English language. Consult instructor about specific dialects. Repeatable for different dialects; maximum of 4 units applicable to major. Four hrs. act.

3487

Voice for Shakespearean and Period Theatre (2)
Vocal techniques required for speaking in Shakespearean and other period plays. Four hrs. act.

3610

Interpretation of Children's Literature and Story Telling (4)
Techniques of story telling; selection and practice in reading poetry and prose for children. Suggested for elementary teachers and theatre majors. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs act. (Alt. F, Su)

3650

Dramatic Activities for Children (4)
Creative dramatics as a tool for building and developing the creative capacities of children. Includes theatre games, improvisation, puppetry, mask making, and other drama activities. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (Y)

3660

Children's Theatre Performance (4)
Theory and techniques of producing theatre for children, including preparation and rehearsal for annual production. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 6 units. Majors may substitute 8 units of THEA 3660 for either THEA 3180 or 3181. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (W)

3898

Cooperative Education (1-4)
Supervised work experience in which student completes academic assignments integrated with off-campus paid or volunteer activities. May be repeated for up to 4 units. A maximum of 4 units will be accepted toward the Theatre Arts major; a maximum of 4 units will be accepted toward the Theatre minor. Prerequisites: at least a 2.0 GPA; departmental approval of activity. (A)

3999

Issues in Theatre (4)
Readings, discussion, and research on contemporary and/or significant issues in theatre. May be repeated for credit when content varies.

4021

Play Direction: Sign and Symbol Theory in Production (4)
Signs and symbols for use in production elements and fundamental play direction. Scrutiny of arts and myth, as well as experiments in deconstruction, collage, and mise en scene. Majors must have senior standing, others require permission of instructor. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (W)

4022

One-Act Production (4)
Exercises in communication among directors, designers, and actors. The development of manifestos, points-of-view, and production concepts. Production methods and actual production. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act. (Sp)

4188

Summer Repertory Theatre (8)
Participation both on and off stage in the various aspects of play production. This program will usually involve three productions. May be repeated three times for credit for a total of 32 units, with only 8 units applicable to the Theatre major. Twenty-four hrs. lab. (Su)

4375

Ethnic and Immigrant Theatre in the United States (4)
How ethnic groups have used theatre as a secular ritual, a means of self-expression, and as a search for identity. Most attention to the theatre of African, Asian, and Latin Americans; Yiddish and Italian immigrants also covered. Particular emphasis on local theatre companies, including visits to see their productions.

4418

Advanced Makeup and Maskmaking (2)
Advanced study of makeup for the theatre. Special makeup effects and mask making, including construction techniques. Use of masks as visual art. Mask techniques for teachers. May be repeated once for credit. One hr. lect., 2 hrs. act. (Alt. Y)

4445

Arts and Management: Issues and Practice (4)
The principles of management with emphasis on theatre. House management, publicity, box office, ticket sales, business procedures, contracts and theatrical unions. Commercial and non-profit formats are compared. Students simulate starting their own theatre organization. (W)

4446

Grant Writing (2)
Research and funding criteria, government and private sources, application process, as well as pointers and pitfalls. Nonprofit organizational structure issues related to grants. Final project involves writing a real grant. (Alt F)

4450

Internship Seminar in Applied Arts Administration (2)
Opportunity to integrate arts and administration coursework with observations made during internship experiences. Discussion and writing concerning how administrative processes vary between arts and organizations. Approved internship or similar experience must be in progress or completed. Repeatable for credit, only four units applicable to Arts Administration major. Cross-listed with Art and Music. (W, Sp)

4801

Topics in Theatre Performance (4)
Performance-related topics in acting, movement, dance, voice, design, or technical theatre. May be repeated when content varies. Some topics by audition; contact instructor in advance. Two hrs. lect., 4 hrs. act..

4900

Independent Study (1-4)

Dance
The course prefix for the following courses is DANC.

1002-1031

Beginning Technique Classes (1 each)
Each course may be repeated only once. Two hrs. act.


	1002	Country Western Line Dance
	1003	Folk Dance
	1016	Brazilian Samba and Afro-Brazilian Dance
	1019	African Dance

1012

Exploring Creativity in Theatre and Dance (3)
(See THEA 1012 for course description.)

1121-1193

Beginning Technique Classes (1 each)
Beginning dance techniques. Audition during first meeting to take course out of sequence. Not open to those with two units of credit for former courses in the same technique in the DANC 1000 series. Two hrs. act.


	1121-2-3 Beginning Latin Dance I, II, III 1131-2-3 Beginning Hip Hop Dance I, II, III 1141-2-3 Beginning Modern Dance I, II, III 1161-2-3 Beginning Capoeira I, II, III 1171-2-3 Beginning Jazz Dance I, II, III 1181-2-3 Beginning Ballroom Dance I, II, III 1191-2-3 Beginning Ballet Dance I, II, III

2003

Intermediate Folk Dance (1)
May be repeated only once. Two hrs. act.

2020

Rhythm and Music for Dance (2)
Study and exploration of common rhythmic and musical forms used for dance accompaniment. Composition of and improvisation to simple rhythmic scores. One hr. lect., 2 hrs. act. (Sp)

2022

Contemporary Musical Theatre Dance (2)
Survey of dance in the contemporary musical. Both historical and contemporary choreographers and their influences within the context of musical theatre repertory. Open to all students with at least one year of dance training. Repeatable once for credit. One hr. lect., 2 hrs. act.

2023

Dance Fitness (2)
Conditioning the body through the use of weights, both free and Nautilus. Proper stretching techniques and dietary considerations. Repeatable for credit. Four hrs. act.

2030

Fundamentals of Modern Dance (2)
Students will be given opportunity to work on modern dance technique, improvisational skills and repertory. There will be a focus on the development of individual styles and performance techniques. Four hrs. act.

2131-2193

Intermediate Technique Classes (1 each)
Intermediate dance techniques. Requires one year of beginning technique or instructor's permission. Audition during first meeting to take course out of sequence. Not open to those with two units of credit for former courses in the same technique in the DANC 2000 series. Two hrs. act.


	2131-2-3 Intermediate Hip Hop Dance I, II, III 2141-2-3 Intermediate Modern Dance I, II, III 2161-2-3 Intermediate Capoeira I, II, III 2171-2-3 Intermediate Jazz Dance I, II, III 2181-2-3 Intermediate Ballroom Dance I, II, III 2191-2-3 Intermediate Ballet Dance I, II, III

3021

Cultural Dance Forms (3)
Provides research skills and movement activities to inspire cross-cultural appreciation through dance. Audio-visual used to analyze, compare and contrast elements such as rhythm, symbolism, religion, dress, form, and function. Students share personal experiences and customs. Repeatable once for credit. Two hrs. lect., 2 hrs. act.

3022

Improvisation and Beyond (3)
Exploration of movement through improvisational techniques leading to dance making. Stepping stones to the development of choreography and performance. Fosters a supportive atmosphere while crafting dances through an individual approach. Six hrs. act.

3026

Jazz and Modern Dance (2)
Jazz and modern dance technique with repertory experience. Students will have experience in both styles and learn repertory. Performances at the end of quarter. Four hrs. act.

3030

Integrating Dance and Theatre (3)
Integrating modern dance with theatre techniques; creating text and performance pieces. Culmination performance. Repeatable for credit; 3 units applicable to major. One hr. lect., 4 hrs. act.

3141-3173

Advanced Technique Classes (3 each)
Advanced dance techniques. Requires one year each of beginning and intermediate technique or instructor's permission. Audition during first meeting to take course out of sequence. Not open to those with two units of credit for the same technique in former DANC 3000 series. One hr. lect., 4 hrs. act.


	3141-2-3 Advanced Modern Dance I, II, III 3171-2-3 Advanced Jazz Dance I, II, III

3180

Theatre Workshop - Technical or Costume (2)
(See THEA 3180 for course description.)

3181

Theatre/Dance Workshop-Performance (1)
(See THEA 3181 for course description.)

3182

Theatre Workshop - Production Crew (2)
(See THEA 3182 for course description.)

3210

Movement Analysis and Awareness (3)
A qualitative approach to classifying and recording functional and expressive movement based on the effort/shape concepts of Rudolph Laban. A systematic observation and analysis of human movement through individual and group exploration. Elements of time, space, force and flow emphasized. May be repeated once for credit by post-baccalaureate students who have taken the course as undergraduates. Two hrs. lect., 2 hrs. act. (F)

3215

Dance Touring I (3)
Beginning choreography, repertory and performance techniques. Produce original dances and perform in touring dance company, especially at local schools. Audition at first meeting for placement. One hr. lect., 4 hrs. act.

3216

Dance Touring II (3)
Intermediate choreography, repertory and performance techniques. Produce original dances and perform in touring dance company, especially at local schools. Audition at first meeting for placement. One hr. lect., 4 hrs. act.

3217

Dance Touring III (3)
Advanced choreography, repertory and performance techniques. Produce original dances and perform in touring dance company, especially at local schools. Audition at first meeting for placement. One hr. lect., 4 hrs. act.

3220

Dance Performance, Composition and Production I (3)
Introduction to basic compositional dance forms. Exploration, improvisation, selection and organization of choreographic material. May be repeated once for credit. Six hrs. act. (F)

3235

Dance for Children (4)
Theory and techniques for developing movement and expressive capabilities of the child through dance participation. Opportunities to work with children are provided. Prerequisite: beginning level dance course (e.g. DANC 1000 series) or consent of instructor. Three hrs. lect., 2 hrs. act. (F)

3241

The Dance Experience (3)
Study of dance theory and its development as a creative form and process; exploration of various dance forms, techniques and methods. Two hrs. lect., 2 hrs. act. (W)

3426

Collaborative Dance and Theatre (3)
Collaborative theatre techniques to develop and produce a Spring Concert. Dance, music, and theatre utilized in the production with attention to the development of original score, choreography and text. Repeatable for credit. One hr. lect., 4 hrs. act.

3440

Modern Technique (3)
Intermediate and advanced skills in modern dance technique, improvisation and repertory. Attention given to development of individual styles and performance techniques. One hr. lect., 4 hrs. act.

3999

Issues in Dance (4)
Readings, discussion, and research on contemporary and/or significant issues in dance. May be repeated for credit when content varies.

4200

Dance through the Ages (4)
The history and evolution of dance from its anthropological and religious sources to the Renaissance period, i.e., preliterate cultures, ancient civilizations, medieval, and Renaissance periods. (Alt. Sp)

4201

Dance in Modern Society (4)
The development of dance from the post-Renaissance period to the present, i.e., modern dance, black dance, men in dance, social dance, musical theatre and avant garde. Social, political, psychological, and spiritual influences. (Alt. Sp)

4220

Dance Performance, Composition and Production II (3)
Advanced work in compositional dance forms. Development of skills in group choreography and performing techniques. Emphasis on choreography as a creative art process. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: DANC 3220 or consent of instructor. Six hrs. act. (W)

4235

Children's Dance: Curriculum and Instruction (4)
Advanced theory and techniques for teaching dance to children. Gardener's Multiple Intelligences for curriculum development and assessment tools; California Visual and Performing Arts Framework; cross-curriculum lesson planning; and a research project on creativity theory. Prerequisite: DANC 3235. Three hrs. lect., 2 hrs. act. (Sp)

4900

Independent Study (1-4)

Footnotes

	Dance Option majors must demonstrate beginning competency in at least four (4) different techniques, intermediate competency in three (3) different techniques, and advanced competency in two (2) different techniques.
	May be repeated for credit.