| DRA 2200 |
Introduction to Drama (2-2) |
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An introduction to theatre as a fine art and as a vital
part of our western culture, the course focuses on
the aspects of audience, production, and performance.
It is designed for the student who wishes to
gain a fundamental understanding and an appreciation
of the theatrical arts in our society. |
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| DRA 2211 |
Theatre for Youth (1-3) |
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The Ensemble performs well-known children’s
classics for Alabama elementary-age students and
others. Ensemble membership is open by audition.
The stress is on improvisation. May be repeated for
credit. |
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| DRA 2221 |
Technical Theatre (2-3) |
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A study of standard technical practices and equipment
for the theatre. |
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| DRA 2245 |
Stagecraft Lab (1-3) |
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Stagecraft Lab provides the basic elements of theatrical
production through participation in acting
(actors selected through audition), management,
and/or technical theatre, including scenery, props,
lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, business and
publicity. All majors must complete four semesters
of DRA 2245 with a rotation of crew work in scenery,
lighting, costumes, and marketing. |
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| DRA 3301 |
Acting I (2-3) |
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A study of basic principles, terminology, and disciplines
of the actor, including relaxation, concentration,
movement, and characterization. |
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| DRA 3302 |
Costume Techniques (2-3) |
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A study of the techniques of costume construction,
including methods of drafting patterns, building
and/or modifying costumes, and the application of
arts and crafts. |
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| DRA 3303 |
Makeup Techniques (1-2) |
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A study of the theory and techniques of stage
make-up. Includes makeup for theatre, film, and
video. |
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| DRA 3304 |
Lighting Techniques (2-3) |
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A study of stage lighting equipment and lighting
practices. |
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| DRA 3310 |
Communication Arts Seminar (1-1) |
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An introduction to the methods of designing, researching,
and reporting the solutions to rhetorical
and theatrical design/technology or acting/directing
problems, development of public speaking/forensics presentations or critical analyses of language
arts subjects. Includes focus on standards of
professional communication and fine arts organizations
as well as graduate and/or professional school
opportunities. Also includes requirement for completion
of 20 attendance credits at communication
and fine arts events that may be earned during the
first two years of enrollment. Special arrangements
through department evaluation for transfer students. |
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| DRA 3313 |
Creative Drama (2) |
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Study and application of the techniques of creative
drama and children’s theatre. |
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| DRA 3315 |
Audition and Portfolio Techniques (1-2) |
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A study of the practices and tools of the actor/designer/technician in the development of the professional
audition. It includes the resume, headshot,
interview, prepared monologues, and portfolio.
Prerequisite: DRA 3301, 2245, or permission
of instructor. |
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| DRA 3316 |
Acting II (2-3) |
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A study of advanced concepts of acting, focusing
on script analysis and character development along
with further study of voice, movement, and scene
dynamics. Prerequisite: DRA 3301 and SPH 2251
or permission of instructor. |
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| DRA 3321 |
Scenic Design (3-3) |
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The principles and techniques of drafting and designing
in a variety of theatrical spaces. Prerequisite:
DRA 2221 and completion of the DRA 2245
rotation or permission of the instructor. |
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| DRA 3330 |
Special Topics in Theatre (1-3 hours variable
credit) |
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Examination of selected topics in theatre not included
in the established curriculum. Content may
be of a historical, thematic, technological, design,
or specialized performance nature. May be repeated
for credit. |
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| DRA 3331 |
Costume Design (3-3) |
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A study of the theory, principles, and techniques of
costume design applied to a series of theatrical
projects. Prerequisite: Completion of the DRA 2245
rotation or permission of the instructor. |
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| DRA 3344 |
Lighting Design (3-3) |
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A study of the principles of lighting design and
equipment applications. Also covers drafting techniques
for lighting. Prerequisite: DRA 3304 and
completion of the DRA 2245 rotation or permission
of the instructor. |
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| DRA 3345 |
Advanced Stagecraft Lab (1-3) |
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A continuation of Stagecraft Lab designed for the
upper level student. Prerequisites: DRA 2245 rotation
or permission of instructor. |
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| DRA 3350 |
Script Analysis (2-2) |
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Focuses on the nature of the text, playwright's purpose,
dramatic structure, and style. The course will
examine how the actor, director, designer, and technician
approach a play and how that understanding
translates into the staging. |
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| DRA 3352 |
Sound Techniques (2-2) |
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A study of digital and analog recording techniques,
recording equipment, and application. |
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| DRA 3354 |
Rendering Techniques for the Theatre (2-2) |
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A study and application of traditional and experimental
techniques for theatrical rendering, including
watercolor, markers, pastels, pencils, and other
media. |
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| DRA 4443 |
Theatre History I (3-3) |
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Through the study of literature and dramaturgy, this
course traces the history of theatre from the origins
of drama to English Restoration drama of the 18th
century. Prerequisite: Completion of ENG 2205. |
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| DRA 4444 |
Theatre History II (3-3) |
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Through the study of literature and dramaturgy, this
course traces the history of the theatre from the
19th century to the present. Prerequisite: Completion
of ENG 2206 |
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| DRA 4451 |
Directing I (3-3) |
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Script analysis and directing principles with studies
in the direction of scenes from contemporary plays.
Prerequisite: DRA 3301. |
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| DRA 4452 |
Directing II (2-3) |
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Advanced study of directing, extending to period
styles and culminating with the production of a
one-act play. Prerequisites: DRA 3301 and DRA
4451. |
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| DRA 4455 |
Theatre Senior Capstone (2) |
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Comprehensive exit assessment of student competencies
in theatre. The student will develop a major
field-related project, pass an exit exam, complete a
program assessment and take the Praxis II in the
theatre content area. Project proposals must be
submitted prior to the semester in which they will
be developed. Final grade will be determined by
speech and theatre faculty. |
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| DRA 4491-92 |
Guided Independent Research (1-3 credit
hours per course) |
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Information is indexed under Independent Research and Study in this catalog. |
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| DRA 4493-94 |
Guided Independent Study (1-3 credit
hours per course) |
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Information is indexed under Independent Research
and Study in the catalog. |
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| DRA 4496-97 |
Internship (3-6 credit hours per course) |
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An internship with a recognized professional theatre
program or company in which the student is
assigned specific tasks in one of the recognized
areas of theatre arts. The number of credit hours
earned will depend upon the number of hours contracted
for in the internship agreement. The course
is designed to give the student an opportunity for practical application of skills in theatre arts in a
professional theatre setting. The student must apply
and meet admission requirements. |
