Interdisciplinary Arts 0316 - Adv. Studies in Theatre Design

In this course students will focus on two 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. For the final project students will 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 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 the instructor outside of class.

Independent Work In this course, students are expected to spend at least six to eight hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time. This time includes reading, writing, researching, designing, and preparing presentations.