2018-2019 Academic Catalog 
    
    Apr 29, 2024  
2018-2019 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Theatre

  
  • THEA 121 - Theatre Appreciation 1

    3 CR
    This course stresses the universality of man’s desires, problems, and dreams. This includes a study of the social trends which influenced the work of the playwrights and designers and contemporary methods of theatrical expression. Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • THEA 125 - Stagecraft 1

    3 CR
    An introductory course in technical theatrical production including practical theory and applications of scenic design and set construction to include carpentry, prop construction, and scenic painting. Additional topics and experiences include elements of lighting, costuming, sound, and theatre business management. Classwork includes practical experience in conjunction with college productions.

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • THEA 218 - Acting 1

    3 CR
    A study of the techniques of acting. Each student is given individualized instruction in developing acting techniques. Laboratory work includes participation in classroom and College productions. [16-32-48] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • THEA 220 - Acting 2

    3 CR
    A continuation of THEA 218  which involves intensive study of problems in acting style, as well as the extension of the performer’s range in the areas of characterization and physical interpretation of a role.

    Requisites: Take THEA 218  with at least a grade of C.

  
  • THEA 223 - Acting for the Camera

    3 CR
    An introduction to acting techniques and thought processes used in video and film production with an emphasis on the language of cinema and hands-on, student-driven projects.

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • THEA 225 - Stagecraft 2

    3 CR
    An advanced course in technical theatrical production including practical theory and applications of scenic design and set construction to include carpentry, prop construction and scenic painting. Additional topics and experiences include elements of lighting, costuming, sound, and theatre business management. Class work includes practical experience in conjunction with College productions.

    Requisites: Take THEA 125  with at least a grade of C.

  
  • THEA 251 - Introduction to Children’s Theatre

    3 CR
    The literature, theory, and techniques of theatre for children. Study of formal and informal drama, story theatre, and improvisation. An actual production of a play for children will tour area schools. [16-32-48] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .

  
  • THEA 280 - Theatre Practicum

    1 CR
    This course is required to participate in all KCC theatrical productions, as well as students who have an interest in transferring to a theatrical collegiate program. Students will gain practical experience in all phases of the theatrical art. Includes acting, lighting, makeup, scenery construction, publicity, box office, costuming, stage-managing, and properties. Specific duties and academic instruction will be arranged with the director of theatre.

  
  • THEA 281 - Theatre Practicum

    3 CR
    This course is required to participate in all KCC theatrical productions, as well as students who have an interest in transferring to a theatrical collegiate program. Students will gain practical experience in all phases of the theatrical art. Includes acting, lighting, makeup, scenery construction, publicity, box office, costuming, stage-managing, and properties. Specific duties and academic instruction will be arranged with the director of theatre. Course may be repeated for credit toward graduation up to six (6) credit hours per area of discipline. Lab Fee

  
  • THEA 297 - Theatre Special Topics

    3 CR
    This course is designed to allow the students to explore focus areas in theatre such as directing, screening of plays, costumes, makeup, etc. Course may be repeated for credit toward graduation up to six credit hours.