Interdisciplinary Arts 0316 - Adv Studies in Theatre Design

In this course students will focus on four plays (two contemporary and two classics) for in-depth design investigations. Within a studio setting students will devise specific projects that address scenic, costume, lighting, projection or sound design issues. These projects may consist of, but not be limited to costume design renderings, scenic design models, light plots with cues, or sound plots with cues. Formal presentations are expected. Students will also be required to produce a complete design in the area of their choice for an intensive in-class critique. Students will be expected to address and revise this fifth project throughout the semester. The course will include explorations of historic and contemporary styles. Students will strive to improve their presentational skills, drafting, rendering, communication and collaboration techniques. Students are expected to meet with instructor outside of class. Prerequisites: At least two courses in theatre design.

It is expected that students will spend at least 6-8 hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time. This includes reading, researching, writing, drawing, painting, model-building, drafting, attending performances and organizing and preparing presentations.