Lighting Design

Studio. Study of "seeing": concentration on the articulation of visual pictures developed from a dramatic text and on research; functions and qualities of light and the development of lighting concepts. Practical application of design through specific crew assignments on Department productions. Prerequisites: THEATER 160, consent of instructor.

Lighting Design

Studio. Study of "seeing": concentration on the articulation of visual pictures developed from a dramatic text and on research; functions and qualities of light and the development of lighting concepts. Practical application of design through specific crew assignments on Department productions. Prerequisites: THEATER 160, consent of instructor.

Scenic Design

Process of visual communication to an audience of the designer's responses to dramatic texts. Topics may include puppetry, set design, masks, table top theater, scenic painting, and installations. Prerequisite: THEATER 160, consent of the instructor.

Acting

Script analysis and development of vocal and physical performance in the building of effective stage characteriza-tions. Improvisations and scenes. Prerequisites: THEATER 120 and 140.

Stage Movement

Studio. Development of the actor's physical resources through movement analysis and practice. Specific theatrical problems in: mask, theatrical clown, status improvisation, character portrayal. Prerequisites: THEATER 140, consent of instructor. Clothing allowing freedom of movement required.

Begin Voice/Actor

Training of the actor's voice using a progression of psycho-physical exercises developed by Kristin Linklater. Emphasis on freeing the body and voice from habitual tensions and patterns. Prerequisites: THEATER 140, consent of instructor.
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