Td 100 Introduction to Technical Theatre
A course designed to provide students with an overview and theoretical exploration of all non-performance aspects of theatre production. Areas of study include: introduction to production design and construction including scenery, costumes, lighting and sound. Theatrical production management, labor, facility, money and time budgeting, and the importance of communication and collaboration required to mount an effective production. This course carries a lab component. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.
Td 105 Theatre and Dance Production I
This course gives students practical experience in the technical areas of the production program. Students will be given a production assignment and will perform specific activities related to that technical area. Students meet as a group three times during the semester and meet individually with the instructor several times during the semester. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. (Offered every semester.) H credit.
Td 110 Introduction to Acting
A beginning acting course for students not majoring in theatre performance. The course includes relaxation work, ensemble exercises, beginning scene work, and an introduction to character building. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.
Td 113 Theatre and Dance Performance I
Prerequisite, audition or instructor's consent. Designed for those students who have been given increased production or performance responsibilities in theatre and dance productions. Graded on a pass/no pass basis. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 119 Introduction to Voice and Movement
A study of the fundamentals of stage movement and vocal production. Course work includes ensemble building, Alexander technique (movement), Linklater exercises (voice work), Strassberg relaxation exercises and the creation of physical and vocal warm-ups. Performance majors are strongly encouraged to take this course during their freshman year. (Offered fall semester.)
3 credits.
Td 130 Contemporary Dance Styles
(Same as Pa 130.) A dance activity class designed to teach participants contemporary social dance styles. Street dance, funk, hip hop, and other current dance fads will be among dance styles selected for instruction. (Offered every semester.) H credit.
Td 132 Modern Dance I
(Same as Pa 132.) This course is designed for the student with little or no prior experience with modern dance techniques, exploring a variety of styles. Basic experimental, improvisational, and choreographic skills are developed. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 134 Jazz I
(Same as Pa 134.) Beginning study of jazz dance. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 136 Ballet I
(Same as Pa 136.) Introduction to basic ballet techniques and terminology. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 138 Tap Dance I
(Same as Pa 138.) Introduction to tap dance. Tap dance skills will be developed through conditioning exercise, rhythmic practice, and dance combinations. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 139 Ballroom I
An introduction to social dancing with an emphasis on American ballroom dances fox trot, waltz, swing, and Latin ballroom dances cha cha, mambo, and tango. (Offered every semester.) H credit.
Td 150 Introduction to the Theatre CH I
A study of theatre as popular entertainment and as a reflection of world social and cultural expression from its beginning to the present. The relationship between theatre practice in several countries is explored, and the development of philosophy and style as product of religious influence and historic events is emphasized. Meets Fine Arts General Education requirements and Cultural Heritage I requirements. Fee: $ 75 (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.
Td 155 Introduction to Theatre Studies
For theatre and dance majors. A beginning study of theatre as an art form and popular entertainment. The emphasis is on analysis of dramatic styles, a brief synopsis of theatre history, as well as discussion and criticism of contemporary theatre practices. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.
Td 201 Stagecraft
Prerequisites, Td 100 and 105. A course in the craft and methodology of scenic production for the stage. This course carries a lab component. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.
Td 202 Theatrical Makeup
An introduction to theatrical makeup. Students study stage makeup design and artistic skills including both painting and three dimensional makeup. Often there are special opportunities for practical experience on actual productions. Theater majors are advised to take the course in their freshman or sophomore year. Fee: $75. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.
Td 204 Theatrical Costume Techniques
Prerequisite, Td 100. This course is designed as an introduction to the theatrical costuming process. The course gives students training in costume construction techniques, fitting, maintenance, tools, and other responsibilities involved in theatrical costuming. This course carries a lab component. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.
Td 207 Lighting for the Stage
Prerequisite, Td 100. This course presents students with the fundamentals of stage lighting. A detailed description of electrical theory, instrumentation, equipment and an overview of the lighting design process are utilized. This course carries a lab component. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.
Td 212 Tai-Chi for Theatre
Study in movement of the Yang Tai-Chi form. The first semester consists of the first twenty-two movements and the second semester consists of the remaining twenty-two movements for a total of forty-four movements. It is strongly recommended that A and B be taken consecutively. (Offered every semester.) H credit.
Td 219 Acting Fundamentals
Prerequisite, Td 119. Course work includes beginning scene work, Stanislavski terminology and technique, playing to type, beginning rehearsal techniques, emotional realism, and performance analysis. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.
Td 220 Pointe
Prerequisite, instructor's consent. An introduction and development of pointe technique for the intermediate and advanced ballet student. (Offered every semester.)
H credit.
Td 229 Experimental Course
Designed to provide additional opportunities to explore experimental areas and subjects of special interest. May be repeated for credit provided the course content is different. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.
Td 232 Modern Dance II
(Same as Pa 232.) Prerequisite, Td 132 or instructor's consent. This course is designed for the continuing student of modern dance. Experiences in dance techniques, creative movement, improvisation, and some choreographic exercises are included. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 234 Jazz II
(Same as Pa 234.) Prerequisite, Td 134 or instructor's consent. Intermediate study of jazz dance. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 236 Ballet II
(Same as Pa 236.) Prerequisite, Td 136 or instructor's consent. Intermediate study of ballet. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 237 Conditioning for Dance: Pilates®
This course is designed to provide supplemental training for dancers. Included in the training will be Pilates' principles, injury prevention, and kinesiological awareness designed to improve the level of dance performance and technique. (Offered every semester.) H credit.
Td 238 Tap Dance II
(Same as Pa 238.) Prerequisite, Td 138 or instructor's consent. Intermediate/advanced tap dance techniques. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 251 Humanities Through the Arts
Designed to promote appreciation of the forms, styles, and media of music, art, dance, drama, cinema, and architecture. (Offered only at Academic Centers.) 3 credits.
Td 259 Theatre Management
An investigation into the development, structure, and planning for not-for-profit performing arts institutions. Strategic planning, public relations, marketing principles for dance, opera, theatre, and music institutions are stressed. Investigation of board structure and membership is also included. Practical experience in front of house management, ticketing, season subscriptions, and press relations will also be investigated. (Offered spring semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 290 Independent Internship
Additional credit opportunities are available for students eager to develop skills by associating with professional production groups. Internships could be anything from theatre house management to dance teaching. Consult advisors. (Offered every semester.) 1-3 credits.
Td 301 Drafting for the Stage
Prerequisite, Td 201. This course is designed to give students experience in the drafting and construction drawing techniques common in theatre production. Historical discussion of the art and craft of theatrical scenic production and current trends technology. Also included is a discussion of the use of computers and CAD in theatrical production. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.
Td 303 Organization of Dance Production
Prerequisite, Td 100. Designed to prepare the student to organize a dance production in various settings. Incorporates both theoretical and hands-on aspects of program design, publicity, lighting, make-up, costumes, sound and video systems. Technical crew experience on the spring dance production may be included. (Offered spring semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 304 Theatrical Costuming
Prerequisites, Td 105, 204. An intermediate level course in the craft of theatrical costuming. Students will be exposed to patterning, drafting, advanced construction, and craft. This course carries a lab component. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.
Td 305 Theatre and Dance Production II
Prerequisites, Td 100, 105, and instructor's consent. This course gives students practical experience in the technical areas of the production program. Students will be given a production assignment of increased responsibility and will perform specific activities related to that technical area. Students meet as a group three times during the semester and meet individually with the instructor several times during the semester. Graded on a pass/no pass basis. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. (Offered every semester.) H credit.
Td 307 Lighting Design
Prerequisites, Td 105, 207. The study of lighting design from script analysis to design presentation. Study units include design process, drafting the lighting plot, lighting paperwork and CAD in the lighting environment. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 308 Scenic Design for the Stage
Prerequisites, Td 100, 105, Art 111. The study of design from script analysis to design presentation. Study units include design process, drawing the scenic sketch, model building, plans and elevations, and Computer Aided Design. (Offered spring semester, alternate years.)
3 credits.
Td 311 Rehearsal and Performance
Prerequisites, two courses in basic acting skills, Td 119, 219. Designed to provide the actor with the opportunity to develop new techniques for performance as well as understand the rehearsal process. It allows the student to synthesize the techniques learned in acting classes by providing a practical laboratory approach to the craft of acting. May be repeated once for elective credit. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.
Td 312 Movement for the Performer
Prerequisites, Td 119, 219. Exploration of advanced stage movement based on work of masters such as Suzuki, Alexander, Feldenkrais. May include physical character development, circus skills, stage combat, gymnastics, and mask work. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.
Td 313 Theatre and Dance Performance II
Prerequisite, audition or instructor's consent. Designed for those students who have been given increased production or performance responsibilities in theatre and dance productions. Graded on a pass/no pass basis. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 314 Voice Production and Technique
Prerequisites, Td 119, 219. Advanced principles of vocal production and stage usage. Integrates a variety of productions processes including Linkletter, Bery, Alexander, yoga, Mentastics, Feldenkrais, and bioenergetics to further develop alignment, respiration, phonation, resonation, and articulation for the professional voice user. How the voice works; vocal health; warm-up techniques, current medical and psychological advances in the use and abuse of voice professionals; voice and speech pathologies. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.
Td 315 Acting Styles
Prerequisites, Td 119, 219. Advanced work in basic acting styles selected from Shakespeare, Coward, Shaw, commedia del'arte, mime and pantomime (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.
Td 316 Acting Shakespeare
Prerequisites, Td 119, 219, 314, 319. Designed to provide the student with a fundamental approach to playing Shakespeare. Particular emphasis will be placed on the explication and scoring of text through the investigation of poetic speech and use of heightened language. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.
Td 318 Acting for the Camera I
Prerequisites, Td 119, 219. Focus on acting techniques for film and television. The student will participate in various exercises and perform on camera in three scenes. May be repeated once for elective credit. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.
Td 319 Building a Character
Prerequisites, Td 119, 219. Course work includes further application of acting techniques with the focus on creating and building a character. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.
Td 326 Playwriting
Prerequisites, Eng 104, Td 155 or instructor's consent. An introduction to the art of dramatic writing for the stage in which the student will study structure, theme, and character while writing and polishing a one-act play. Students will work one-to-one with their instructor through a schedule of critical sessions. (Offered only on reading and conference basis.) 3 credits.
Td 329 Experimental Course
(Same as Td 229.) 3 credits.
Td 330 Dance Performance and Study Tour
Prerequisite, audition or instructor's consent. A combined field experience in dance performance and study in selected regions or countries, one being selected for each course. (Offered Interterm, alternate years.) 2 credits.
Td 331 Dance Ensemble
Prerequisite, audition or instructor's consent. This course is designed to provide students with experience in dance performance. Students gain proficiency in dance by learning choreography in various dance styles. Choreography will subsequently be presented in various performance settings in the surrounding areas. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 1 credit.
Td 350 London Theatre Tour
Prerequisite, none, though an interest in dramatic literature and theatre is expected. A tour of the major theatres of London and Stratford, including a minimum of ten productions. (Offered Interterm, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 351 Dance History I: Origins to 1700s
This course is a comprehensive survey of dance from its prehistoric and tribal origins in world cultures, and through history to the Renaissance and early ballet. Studies will include the relation of dance to religion and myth, as a reflection of social and cultural attitudes and mores, and its relation to other art forms. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 352 Dance History II: 1700s to Present
A comprehensive comparative study of dance from the Renaissance through the 20th century. Included in the studies will be ballet, modern dance, musical theatre, jazz, and comparative contemporary cultures. Emphasis will be placed on dance as a continually emerging art. Course material will also include dance as a reflection of social and cultural attitudes and mores, and its relation to other art forms. (Offered spring semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 357 Music for Dancers
A study of selected music fundamentals, emphasizing rhythm skills, structural analysis, and basic musical vocabulary. Additional activities include an introduction to historical trends and styles in music, movement exercises as an integrated component of the skill-building process, and working with musicians. (Offered spring semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 380 Choreography I
Prerequisites, Td 132, 134, 136 or concurrent enrollment or by instructor's consent. An explorative movement and analytical study into the art of making dances. The course concentrates on the four basic elements of choreography: space, shape, time, energy, and will include discussions and readings about the creative process. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 381 Choreography II
Prerequisites, Td 132, 134, 136 or concurrent enrollment or instructor's consent. A continuation of the choreographic goals of Td 380. This course will emphasize choreography forms, the inţuence of music on movement and evaluation process. An emphasis on sources of creative resources for choreography will be explored through reading, discussion, and improvisation. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 388 Directing for the Theatre I
Prerequisites, Td 105, 155, 219, 319. A close, practical examination of the craft of play direction. Production techniques are covered as an essential part of the overall subject. The student director solves specific problems through the direction of scenes. (Offered fall semester.)
3 credits.
Td 389 Directing for the Theatre II
Prerequisites, Td 105, 155, 219, 319, 388. Continues the practical examination of the craft of play direction. Continues production techniques as an essential part of the overall subject. Student director solves specific problems through the direction of scenes. Emphasis is on play analysis and structure. Student will direct a one-act play. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.
Td 404 Theatrical Costume Design
Prerequisites, Td 304, 305. This course offers the student an opportunity to function as costume designer for a realized production in the Theatre and Dance Department. Included in study are script analysis, the production meeting, producing costume design sketches, supervising the construction of costumes, and the technical rehearsal process. Personal instruction and laboratory hours are required. (Offered on a reading and conference basis.) 3 credits.
Td 407 Advanced Lighting Design for the Stage
Prerequisites, Td 305, 307. This course offers the student an opportunity to function as lighting designer for a realized production in the Theatre and Dance Department. Included in study are script analysis, the production meeting, drafting the lighting plot, preparing the paperwork, supervising the hand and focus, cueing the production and the technical rehearsal process. Personal instruction and laboratory hours are required. (Offered on a reading and conference basis.) 3 credits.
Td 408 Advanced Scenic Design for the Stage
Prerequisites, Td 201, 305, 308. This course offers the student an opportunity to function as a scenic designer for a realized production in the Theatre and Dance Department. Included in study are the production meeting, media skills, presentation methods, meeting of deadlines, supervision of the construction and painting of scenery, and the technical rehearsal process. Personal instruction and laboratory hours are required. (Offered on a reading and conference basis.) 3 credits.
Td 409 Special Studies in Theatre Technology
Prerequisites, Td 100, 105, and instructor's consent. This course is offered to cover one of many areas of interest for the theatre technician. Areas of study may include: model building, scene painting, special effects for the stage, specialty costumes, CAD and 3D modeling. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.
Td 415 Advanced Acting Styles
Prerequisites, Td 219, 315 319, or instructor's consent. Advanced work in basic acting style including work from Shakespeare, or Commedia d'ell Arte, Shaw, Coward, Moliere, Brecht, and Restoration. All periods and style will be utilized in this investigation of problems and techniques particular to each period and style. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.
Td 416 Advanced Acting Shakespeare
Prerequisite, Td 316 and instructor's consent. Designed to provide the student with an advanced approach to playing Shakespeare. Particular emphasis will be placed on research of the style, historical drama, and Shakespeare's place in theatre. Involvement in modern applications of Shakespeare, the explication and scoring of text through the investigation of poetic speech and use of heightened language, experienced by acting and directing Shakespearean scenes. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.
Td 417 Audition Workshop
Prerequisites, Td 219, 315, 319. Preparation and practical experience in auditioning for professional theatre, film/television, and related media. Students need to spend additional money to prepare professional pictures and résumés. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.
Td 418 Acting for the Camera II
Prerequisites, Td 119, 219, 319. Focus on advanced acting techniques for film and television. The student will participate in various exercises and perform on camera in three scenes with student directors. May be repeated once for elective credit. (Offered spring semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 419 Text Analysis and Scene Study
Prerequisites, Td 119, 219, 319 and audition. This course, designed for B.F.A. candidates with an emphasis in Theatre Performance or Dance/Theatre Performance, is analysis driven. The course explores various techniques for script analysis and scene study with a focus on exploration of rehearsal options over performance demands. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.
Td 420 Special Studies in Dance Technique
Prerequisite, completion of level II technique classes or instructor's consent. For intermediate and advanced dance majors, this course is designed to provide greater depth and breadth of instruction and exploration of dance topics and techniques. Topics will include cutting-edge study with acclaimed artists in modern dance, jazz, ballet, partnering, movement analysis systems, and improvisation. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 426 Advanced Playwriting
Prerequisite, Td 326 or instructor's consent. Advanced study in the techniques of dramatic writing. It is expected the student will have already written a play and understands the principles of structure and character. Special problems, like flashbacks or soliloquies, and modern approaches to writing for theatre will be covered as the student writes a full-length play in a one-to-one situation with their instructor. If the course is repeated for credit the student must begin and complete an entirely new work. (Offered on a reading and conference basis.) 3 credits.
Td 432 Modern Dance III
(Same as Pa 432.) Prerequisite, Td 232. This course is designed for the advanced modern dancer. Experiences in dance technique, creative movement, and dance composition are included. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 434 Jazz III
(Same as Kine 434.) Prerequisite, Td 234. An advanced study of jazz dance. Technique, style and some elements of composition are included in the course. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 436 Ballet III
(Same as Pa 436.) Prerequisite, Td 236. Advanced study of ballet. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 438 Tap Dance III
Prerequisites, Td 138, 238, or instructor's consent. Study in advance tap technique, theory, and performance. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.
Td 452 Dance Teaching Methods
Prerequisites, Td 132, 136. This course is designed to educate the student with methods of teaching dance in secondary school, community college, university, and studio settings. Included in this course is field experience, teaching strategies and innovations, and current information on physical training and fitness. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 453 Dramatic Literature and History I
Prerequisites, Eng 104, Td 155. An intensive study of the theatrical history and plays from the classical Greek to pre-Ibsen realism. Plays to be studied include Œdipus, Second Shepherd's Play, King Lear, among others. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 454 Dramatic Literature and History II
Prerequisite, Td 155 or Eng 200/300 level literature course. An intensive study of the theatrical history and plays from pre-Ibsen realism to the contemporary period. Plays to be studied include Hedda Gabler, The Cherry Orchard, Waiting for Godot, The Caretaker, among others. (Offered spring semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 455 Topics in Theatre History
This is a general syllabus; each topic will have a specific syllabi and bibliography. Prerequisites, the equivalent Td 155 or Eng 200/300 level literature course. The study of specific time periods, styles of works of directors, actors, or writers that span theatre history. Research and analysis of key themes, humor, wit, tragedy, theatrical movements, and presentational styles relating to specific topics. Sample topics might include Shepard, Williams, the group theatre, musical theatre, restoration theatre, medieval theatre, commedia d'el arte, or epic theatre. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.
Td 456 History of Media Performance
Prerequisites, Td 219, 318, 319. A detailed study of the history of performance in motion pictures and television from the invention of cinema to the present day. The course will consider styles and approaches to screen acting through study of well-known performances. (Offered spring semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.
Td 458 Applied Kinesiology for Dancers
Prerequisite, Biol 210. The study of the musculoskeletal system as a mechanism for motion. Emphasis is placed upon the learning of skeletal muscles and action as they apply to dance movement. This course does not fulfill the kinesiology requirement for KINE majors. This course also includes a lab requirement. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 4 credits.
Td 481 Choreography Workshop
Prerequisite, Td 381 or instructor's consent. Creation of dances around a theme utilizing large and/or small groups as well as solo composition. Designed to lead choreographers through the process of building dances to the level of the performances. Completed choreography will be presented in concert. (Offered spring semester.) 1-3 credits.
Td 489 Theatre Directing Workshop
Prerequisites, Td 219, 319, 389. Students in the workshop will produce and direct a bill of one-act plays during the fall semester only. Student responsibilities cover all aspects of production as well as directing. Enrollment in this course is strictly limited to five students. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.
Td 490 Independent Internship
(Same as Td 290.) 1-3 credits.
Td 498 Senior Project
Prerequisite, students must have their senior project proposal approved by the department before enrolling. Td 498 can only be taken in the senior year, and the student should enroll the first semester of that year. Senior students may assume responsibility for projects in theatre, media or dance performance, playwriting, choreography, directing, costume, lighting or scenic design, technical theatre or research in dramatic literature and theatre history. Students must receive approval of their written proposal before enrollment in the course. (Course is offered on a reading and conference basis.) 2-3 credits.
Td 499 Individual Study
Individual research and projects. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. 1-3 credits.