THR/FAR 1033. Introduction to Theatre - 3 hours (Fall) A study of the history and literature of the theatre with introductory participation in the areas of acting and stagecraft. Emphasis on reading and attending plays. Lab fee $20.

THR 1053. Stagecraft - 3 hours (Spring) Basic principles of set design, construction of scenery and lighting techniques.

THR 2043. Introduction to Film - 3 hours (Fall, even years) An in-depth study of the history and evolution of film making, including study of famous actors, actresses, film directors and producers of the past.

THR 2053. Make-up - 3 hours (Spring, odd years) Laboratory exercises in the basic fundamentals of stage make-up.

THR/REC/CED 2062. Drama in the Church and Community - 2 hours (Spring, odd years) A practical application course with special emphasis given to the role of drama in the church and community. Includes a study of various types of drama organizational methods for the establishment of an on-going program and a review of resources.

THR/COM/TEC 2203. Voice and Diction - 3 hours (Fall) Emphasis on developing the speaking voice. Introduction to vocal anatomy, phonetics, voice projection and articulation. Prerequisite: COM 1103.

THR 3023. Children's Theatre Workshop - 3 hours (On demand) Participation in all aspects of children's drama. Emphasis on play selection, staging techniques and acting style.

THR 3033. Acting II - 3 hours (Fall, odd years) Advanced acting techniques. Emphasis on motivation, characterization and showmanship.

THR 3053. Scene Design - 3 hours (Spring, even years) Basic concepts of scene design for the stage. Exploration of scene design and the theatre, scene design as a visual art as well as technical production.

THR/COM 3303. Oral Interpretation of Literature - 3 hours (Fall, odd years) Emphasis on theory and practice of reading orally from the printed page. Prerequisite: COM 1103.

THR 4013. Theatre Management - 3 hours (Spring, even years) A study of the theory and practice of theatre management in areas of commercial, non-profit, college, and community theatre. Theory and practice of administration for non-profit and commercial theatres.

THR 4023. Directing of Plays - 3 hours (Fall) Principles of directing the various steps of a production, and practice in rehearsing and presenting plays. Prerequisite: THR 1023 or 1033

THR 4033. American Theatre History - 3 hours (On demand) A survey of the history of the American theatre, from the 18th century to the present. Course content will dwell on legitimate theatre, musical theatre, and theatre opportunities today.

THR 4053. The Art and Craft of Playwriting - 3 hours (Spring, even years) A study and practicum of the art of playwriting. Emphasis on reading and writing plays.

THR/ENG 4413. Shakespeare - 3 hours (Spring, odd years) Tragedies, histories and comedies of Shakespeare. Prerequisite: ENG 1113 and 2213 or ENG 1123.

THR 4473. Modern Drama - 3 hours (Fall, odd years) British, American and Continental plays from Ibsen to the present. Prerequisite: ENG 2213 or ENG 1123.

THR 4951-3. Intensive Studies - 1-3 hours (On demand)

THR 4954. Contemporary American Theatre - 4 hours (Winterfest) Study of American theatre as it relates to contemporary theatre. A trip to New York to attend ten Broadway productions.

THR 4963. Practicum - 3 hours (Fall, Winterfest, Spring) A synthesis experience allowing the student the opportunity to direct, design and construct technical elements, and act a major role in a production of his or her choosing. Prerequisite: THR 1023 or THR 3033 AND THR 4023. Student must be a Theatre major.

THR 4991-3. Independent Studies - 1-3 hours (Fall, Spring) Advanced studies of specific topics arranged by department chair.

THEATRE - WORKSHOP COURSES
Only four (4) credit hours in any one workshop may be earned toward a major. Students enroll in workshops according to classification: (1) Freshman (2) Sophomore (3) Junior (4) Senior.

THR (1,2,3,4)001. Theatre Performance Workshop - 1 hour (Fall, Spring) Open to all students by audition. Rehearsal and performance of a major drama production. Grade is based on attendance, professional attitude and conduct and performance evaluation.

THR (1,2,3,4)011. Theatre Production Workshop - 1 hour (Fall, Spring) Open to all students. Thirty (30) hours of work on backstage duties and/or technical crews for major drama production is required. Grade is based on successful completion of assigned work, professional attitude and conduct and evaluation by instructor.

THR/MUS (1,2,3,4)041. Opera Theatre - 1 hour (Fall, Spring) Open to all students by audition. Laboratory for study and performance of operatic solos and ensembles. One major production per semester. Two rehearsals per week.

THR (1,2,3,4)051. Touring Troupe - 1 hour (On demand) Open to all students by audition. Rehearsal and performance of Christian plays, sketches and monologues. Two rehearsals per week and six off-campus performances required per semester.