St. Clair County Community College 2005-2006 Catalog

THEATRE ARTS
Visual and Performing Arts Department 810-989-5709

Course sequence guides are available in the Department Office in the Fine Arts Building.

THA 101 Fundamentals of Theatre.

A basic introduction to all phases of theatre is the focus of this course. A background of theatrical history and techniques of acting and play production is studied, in addition to stagecraft, costuming, make-up, lighting and characterization.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture

THA 102 Stage Craft.

This course presents a study of stage craft learned through lecture and laboratory experience. Students will build sets and crew in those many areas related to the production of an all-college play, i.e., lighting, design and costuming. Winter semester only.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture/laboratory

THA 104A-D Theatre Practicum.

This course will serve as a description for THA 104A, 104B, 104C and 104D. One course credit will be earned (3 contact hours) for a student’s major participation in the production and/or performance of college plays. Participation includes significant work in the following areas: acting, directing, lighting, design, makeup, set construction, properties, costuming, and publicity. One hour credit may be earned per semester.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor or department chairperson is required
1 credit = 3 laboratory

THA 105 Oral Interpretation.

This course develops and improves skills in oral reading. Emphasis is placed on understanding the meaning of literature and on transmitting this meaning to an audience. Oral performances and a study of the theories of interpretation comprise the semester’s work. During the semester, an evening performance or reader’s theatre will be presented. Fall semester only.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture

THA 106 Fundamentals of Acting.

This fundamental acting course will lead students through the process of character development in theories and techniques of acting by using games, exercise, and scene work. Winter semester only.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture

THA 107 Fundamentals of Stage Makeup.

This course provides an examination of theory and practical experience in creating and actualizing theatrical makeup design for the stage. Fall semester only.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture

THA 131 Beginning Lyrical Jazz Dance.

Beginning lyrical jazz is performed, as well as some related musical theatre routines. This course includes conditioning, theory and technique, introduction to choreography (with computer software), prevention of dance injuries, dance history, and significant issues in dance.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour = (2 laboratory)

THA 132 Beginning Tap Dance.

Beginning tap dance techniques and routines are performed. This course will introduce students to basic through advanced tap dance movements. Units on the background and history of tap will be included. Students will be introduced to the LifeForms choreography software. All skill levels will be accommodated.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour = (2 laboratory)

THA 134 Beginning Classical Ballet.

This course is an introduction to basic classical ballet. Participation will include stretching, conditioning, ballet barre, centre work, and combinations. Topics will include dance injury prevention, the theory of movement, and becoming familiar with significant people, events, and issues in the performing arts. Students will be introduced to the LifeForms choreography software. There will be no mandatory public performance.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour = (2 laboratory)

THA 206 Improvisation and Role Play.

This course explores role playing and imagination response through intensive planned and spontaneous theatre games, exercises, and performance scenes. Utilizing elements of play, students will discover its ability to shape creative expression, free and imagination, enhance group interaction, and stimulate the flow of fresh ideas in any circumstance. The course is open to theatre majors and non-majors alike. Fall semester only.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture

THA 208 Musical Theatre.

This course is a survey of the history, purposes and types of musical stage performances. Practical training for musicals in voice, stage movement and staging techniques will be studied.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture

THA 231 Advanced Lyrical Jazz Dance.

This course is designed for students with some dance background. The two areas of emphasis will be (1) a progressively improved performance level, based on the level of student experience, and (2) an introduction to the skills of basic choreography, including the use of LifeForms software. Dance injury prevention, issues in performing arts, and overall conditioning are included.
Prerequisites: PE 131/THA 131
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour = (2 laboratory)