Dance

Admission Requirements: In addition to the University’s admission requirements, students are required to audition for acceptance to the BFA in Dance program prior to the first semester of course work in the major. Auditions and interviews for a place in the program are held on campus in November and January of each year. Specific information as to the date and the process is available through the Department of Theatre and Dance.

1. General Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog

2. Major Requirements (72 hours)

   1. Core Requirements (38 hours): DAN 125(1), 219(2), 320(2), 321(2), 364(3), 370(2), 371(2), 451(3), 452(3), 465(3), 470(2), 492(1); PED 250(3); THE 150(2) and 151(1), 255(2) and 256(1), 260(2) and 261(1)

   2. Select one of the following options:

      1. Dance Studies Option (34 hours):

         1. DAN 466(3)

         2. No fewer than 4 hours in: DAN 216(2), 316(2), 416(2)

         3. No fewer than 4 hours in: DAN 230(2), 330(2), 430(2)

         4. No fewer than 4 hours in: DAN 245(2), 345(2), 445(2)

         5. Additional 4 hours in above courses to total no less than 16 hours in dance techniques

         6. Electives (15 hours) to be chosen from inside or outside the department with advisement

      2. Performance Option (34 hours):

         1. DAN 420(2)

         2. No fewer than 8 hours in: DAN 216(2), 316(2), 416(2)

         3. No fewer than 8 hours in: DAN 230(2), 330(2), 430(2)

         4. No fewer than 6 hours in: DAN 245(2), 345(2), 445(2)

         5. Electives (10 hours) to be chosen from DAN, MUS, THE courses

            NOTE: A student should be enrolled in at least one dance technique course per day throughout the four years.

3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (see Academic Programs and Requirements section of catalog)

Musical Theatre

The primary objective of this program shall be the development of the singer/actor/dancer who possesses a strong foundation in the requisite skills to pursue a career as a performing professional in musical theatre, including “book” musicals and variety productions.

Admission Requirements: In addition to the University’s admission requirements, students are required to audition for acceptance to the BFA in Musical Theatre program prior to the first semester of course work in the major. Auditions and interviews for a place in the program are held on campus in February of each year. Specific information as to the date and the process is available through the Department of Theatre and Dance.

Performance Reviews: In addition to the curricular requirements for the degree, students must successfully complete two performance reviews prior to graduation. These include a mid-program review after specified upper-level courses have been completed and an exit review given in one of the two semesters of the senior year.

1. Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
2. Major Requirements (83 hours)
   1. Acting (14 hours): THE 121(3), 221(3), 321(3), 421(3), 451(2)
   2. Applied Voice (11 hours): MUS 498(2-4) and from MUS 153-453(1-2)
   3. Stage Voice and Movement (9 hours): THE 126(3), 226(2), 328(3), 424(1)
   4. History/analysis (9 hours): THE 130(3); MUS 343(3), 344(3)
   5. Technology (10 hours): THE 150(2), 151(1), 224(1), and select 6 hours from: THE 250(2) and 251(1); THE 255(2) and 256(1); THE 260(2) and 261(1)
   6. Musicianship (4 hours): MUS 103(3), 137(1)
   7. Dance (12 hours): select from (by placement) DAN 117(2), 131(2), 216(2), 217(2), 225(2), 230(2), 231(2), 245(2), 325(2), 345(2)
   8. Musical Theatre Practicum (8 hours) select from: MUS 193(1), 280(2), 380(2), 480(2); THE 495(1)
   9. Electives (6 hours): choose from Theatre, Music, or Dance courses with approval of advisor
3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see “General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements” section of catalog

Speech and Theatre Education

1. Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
   Specific General Education Requirements: COM 115(3); MED 120(3)

2. Major Requirements (53 hours)
   Students interested in teaching speech and theatre at the secondary level may choose one of two options: One option emphasizes theatre (see below) and the other emphasizes communication (see Department of Communication). Both options meet state certification requirements for Speech and Theatre Education.

   1. Core: COM 322(3), 532(3), 534(3), 536(2); THE 123(3), 130(3), 150(2), 151(1), 310(3), 430(3); MED 120(3)

   2. Theatre Option: THE 125(2), 224(1), 250(2), 251(1), 255(2), 256(1), 260(2), 261(1), 530(3), 541(3), 542(3); THE 505(3) or 506(3) or 515(3)

3. Professional Education courses: THE 417(3), THE 490(6), THE 491(6); and the Professional Education Required Core and Competencies (see Teacher Certification, Teacher Education Program and Secondary Education Requirements section of catalog).

4. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements section of catalog

5. In order to meet Missouri state teacher certification requirements,  candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Education degree are required to meet the following grade point average requirements: at least a 2.50 GPA on all course work attempted at all colleges attended; at least a 2.50 GPA in the certificate subject area (major field of study) which includes all courses listed under B; at least a 2.50 GPA in any additional certificate subject area; at least a 2.50 GPA in the professional education courses; and no grade lower than a "C" in all professional education courses. All GPA requirements include both Missouri State and transfer grades.

Theatre

Admission Requirements: In addition to the University’s admission requirements, students must be officially accepted into the BFA program prior to the first semester of coursework in the major. Auditions and/or interviews for placement in the program are held on campus during the fall and spring semester of each year. Prospective students should contact the Department of Theatre and Dance for specific information about the audition process and dates.

1. Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
   Note: Six hours of the General Education Humanities Requirement may not be included in the courses fulfilling the major.

2. Major Requirements (78 hours)

   1. Core Requirements (31 hours)

      1. Design/Technology (10 hours): THE 150(2) and 151(1); 224(1); choose two groups from THE 250(2) and 251(1), or THE 255(2) and 256(1), or THE 260(2) and 261(1)

      2. Directing (6 hours): THE 130(3), 430(3)

      3. History (6 hours): THE 541(3), 542(3)

      4. Acting (3 hours): THE 121(3)* or 123(3). *THE 121 is open to admitted BFA in Theatre/Acting and Musical Theatre majors only.

      5. Electives from approved courses inside or outside the department (5 hours)

      6. Senior BFA Project: THE 492(1)

   2. Complete one of the following options:

      1. Acting (47 hours):

         1. THE 126(3), 221(3), 226(2), 228(2), 321(3), 326(3), 327(3), 328(3), 411(3), 421(3), 424(1), 451(2), 498(2), 522(3)

         2. 3 hours from the following: THE 505(3), 510(3), 515(3), 530(3)

         3. 3 hours from the following: THE 543(3), 545(3), 547(3); or approved literature course(s) numbered 300 or above

         4. 5 hours from approved performance related electives from DAN, MUS, or THE courses

         5. Each candidate will meet with the Acting faculty at the end of each spring semester to assess individual progress, strengths, and goals.

      2. Design/Technology/Stage Management (47 hours):

         1. Design/Technology Core course sequence not selected above from: THE 250(2) and 251(1); THE 255(2) and 256(1); or THE 260(2) and 261(1)

         2. THE 270(3), 271(3), 275(3), 280(3), 281(3), 292(1), 295(1), 354(3), 380(3), 381(3), 382(3), 392(1), 395(1), 495(1), 561(3), 562(3)

         3. 6 hours from the following: THE 324(1), 350(3), 454(3), 460(3), 530(3), 552(3), 555(3), 558(3), 565(3); COM 205(3) or 332(3)

3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see “General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements” section of catalog

Theatre Studies

1. Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
   Specific General Education Requirement: THE 109(3)

2. Major requirements (38-39 hours)

   1. Theatre Reading and Writing (6 hours): THE 130(3), 210(3)

   2. Acting and Directing (6 hours): THE 123(3), 430(3)

   3. Theatre History (6 hours): THE 541(3), 542(3)

   4. Design/Technology/Stage Management (6 hours): THE 150(2), 151(1); choose 3 hours from THE 250(2) and 251(1), or THE 255(2) and 256(1), or THE 260(2) and 261(1), or THE 354(3)

   5. Performance Theory and Practice (6 hours): THE 109(3), 310(3)

   6. Elective (8-9 hours): choose from the following recommended focus areas or from other advisor approved DAN and THE courses.
      
      Performance Focus: THE 505(3), 506(3), 510(3), 515(3)
      Dance Focus: DAN 117(2), 219(2), 320(2), 420(2), 452(3)
      History and Theory Focus: THE 543(3), 545(3), 547(3)
      
      NOTE: Courses counted for the major may not also be counted for the Bachelor of Arts Fine Arts requirement.

3. Minor Required (or second major)

4. Specific Requirements for Bachelor of Arts Degree - see “Degrees, Programs and Requirements” section of catalog

5. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see “General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements” section of catalog

Dance

1. 6 hours from: DAN 216(2), 316(2), 416(2), 230(2), 330(2), 430(2), 245(2), 345(2), 445(2)

2. DAN 451(3) or 452(3)

3. 9 hours of electives from: DAN 219(2), 320(2), 321(2), 370(2), 371(2), 451(3), 452(3), 465(3), 470(2) for a total of 18 hours

Theatre

1. THE 130(3), 150(2), 151(1) 

2. One course from: THE 541(3), 542(3), 543(3), 545(3), 547(3)

3. 9 hours of Theatre electives of which 3 hours must be chosen from courses numbered 300 or above for a total of 18 hours

Dance Courses

DAN 116 Modern Dance I-A

Basic elements of modern dance technique with an emphasis on creative movement dynamics, rhythmic and spatial aspects, and alignment. Designed for students with little or no dance experience. 1(0-2) F,S

DAN 117 Modern Dance I-B

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Continues to explore the basic elements of modern dance technique and new ways of moving. Designed for students with at least one year of formal dance training. Variable contest course. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 hours. 2(0-4) F,S

DAN 125 Tap Dance I

Basic elements of tap dance, stylized steps and terminology coordinated with the rhythmic structure of tap dance. 1(0-2) F

DAN 130 Ballet I-A

Fundamental techniques of classical ballet with an emphasis on alignment and basic classical vocabulary. Designed for students with little or no experience. 1(0-2) F,S

DAN 131 Ballet I-B

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Continues development of the basic fundamentals of classical ballet technique and vocabulary. Designed for students with at least one year of formal ballet training. Variable content course. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 hours. 2(0-4) F,S

DAN 145 Jazz Dance I

Techniques of jazz dancing; application to contemporary musical theatre performance. 1(0-2) F,S

DAN 146 Jazz Dance I-B

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Continues development of the basic fundamentals of jazz dance technique and vocabulary. Designed for students with at least one year of formal dance training. May be repeated to a total of 4 hours. 2(0-4) F,S

DAN 180 Introduction to the Dance

General Education Course (Self-Understanding/Creativity and Vision Perspective). Survey of dance from a historical retrospective through the creative process. Emphasis will be placed on 20th century multi-cultural and societal influences on dance. The approach will be from the viewpoint of the audience to help heighten awareness of and increase critical thinking in relationship to the artistic experience. Buying tickets to and attendance at local productions required. 3(3-0) F,S

DAN 216 Modern Dance II

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 2(0-4) F,S

DAN 217 Modern Dance II-B

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Continued development of the intermediate fundamentals of modern dance technique. Further exploration of movement dynamics, rhythmic and spatial aspects, musicality, and alignment. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 2(0-4) F,S

DAN 219 Dance Improvisation

Prerequisite: DAN 117. Contemporary dance improvisation techniques. 2(0-4) S

DAN 225 Tap Dance II

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated to a total of 4 hours. 2(0-4) F

DAN 230 Ballet II

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Continues development of the basic fundamentals of classical ballet technique and vocabulary. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 2(0-4) F,S

DAN 231 Ballet II-B

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Continued development of the intermediate fundamentals of ballet techniques. Further exploration and development of alignment, musicality, and ballet vocabulary. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 2(0-4) F,S

DAN 235 Mens Dance Technique I

Prerequisite: DAN 117 or DAN 131 or DAN 145. Basic techniques for the male dancer. Emphasis will be on strength building and developing the male dancer's technique and style. May be repeated to a total of 4 hours. 2(0-4) S

DAN 245 Jazz Dance II

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Continues development of jazz technique and vocabulary. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 2(0-4) F,S

DAN 316 Modern Dance III

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 2(0-4) D

DAN 319 Contact Improvisation

Prerequisite: DAN 219. Contemporary dance improvisation that explores sharing weight, rolling, lifting, flying and finding one's center. Dancers will explore and focus on specific relationships in partnering. Previous movement studies (DAN 219) necessary. 2(0-4) F

DAN 320 Dance Composition I

Prerequisite: DAN 219. Creative approaches to development of basic movement themes and simple and complex manipulations of those themes. Emphasis on solo and small group studies that explore time, shape, space and dynamics. 2(0-4) F

DAN 321 Dance Composition II

Prerequisite: DAN 320. Further exploration of theme and manipulation as related to complex group compositional studies. Emphasis will be placed on spatial exploration and design, and various musical forms and structures. 2(0-4) S

DAN 323 Dance Choreography for Musical Theatre

Prerequisite: DAN 320. Acquaints students with a variety of strategies to use when staging ensembles for musical theatre productions. Students will gain further knowledge on incorporating dance into musical theatre through solo and small group numbers. 2(0-4) S

DAN 325 Tap Dance III

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated to a total of 4 hours. 2(0-4) S

DAN 330 Ballet III

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 2(0-4) D

DAN 335 Men's Dance Technique II

Prerequisite: DAN 235. Continued techniques for the male dancer. Emphasis will be on strength building and developing the male dancer's technique and style. May be repeated to a total of 4 hours. 2(0-4) F

DAN 345 Jazz Dance III

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 2(0-4) D

DAN 348 Partnering

Prerequisite: any two of the following courses: DAN 216, DAN 230, DAN 245. Exploration of the fundamental and effective techniques of contemporary partnering. Includes the physics and dynamics of dance partnering that is essential to Musical Theatre choreography and concert dance. May be repeated to a total of 4 hours. 2(0-4) S

DAN 364 Kinesiology for the Dancer

Prerequisite: PED 250. The specific study of dance techniques through the principles of motion, muscle action and joint mechanics. 3(3-0) SE

DAN 370 Music Resources for Dance I

Development of musical skills for dance. Dance accompaniment techniques; study of musical elements related to dance. Practicum through experience with percussion and other instruments. 2(1-2) FE

DAN 371 Music Resources for Dance II

Prerequisite: DAN 370. Further development of dance accompaniment techniques; survey of music literature for dance. Recording techniques and sound production for dance. Practicum through experience with recording devices and instruments. 2(1-2) SO

DAN 390 Service Learning in Dance

Prerequisite: 30 hours and concurrent registration in a DAN course designated as a service learning offering. This service component for an existing course incorporates community service with classroom instruction in Dance to provide an integrative learning experience that addresses the practice of citizenship and promotes an awareness of and participation in public affairs. Includes 40 hours of service that benefits an external community organization, agency, or public service provider. Approved service placements and assignments will vary depending on the specific course topic and learning objectives; a list of approved placements and assignments is available from the instructor and the Citizenship and Service Learning Office. May be repeated but no more than two hours of service learning may count toward graduation. 1 S

DAN 416 Modern Dance IV

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 2(0-4) D

DAN 420 Dance Composition III

Prerequisite: DAN 321 and THE 150. Directed large group composition that will culminate with an end of semester performance. Students will explore aspects of staging a complete work that will include the creation of original theme, casting of performers, choices of accompaniment, and lighting and costume design. 2(0-4) F

DAN 430 Ballet IV

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 2(0-4) D

DAN 445 Jazz Dance IV

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 2(0-4) D

DAN 451 History of Dance I

Prerequisite: 60 hours. Overview of the history of dance from the primitive era through the 16th century. The primary focus will be on the development of classical ballet. 3(3-0) FO

DAN 452 History of Dance II

Prerequisite: 60 hours. Overview of the history of dance from the 17th century to the present. The primary focus will be on the development of modern/contemporary dance. 3(3-0) SE

DAN 465 Dance Pedagogy

Prerequisite: 45 hours and DAN 125 and DAN 216 and DAN 230 and DAN 245. Overview of general theories and practices of teaching. This course investigates class content and various methodologies used to teach dance techniques and creative movement in workshop settings. Emphasis is placed on methods for teaching the beginning level student. 3(2-2) FE

DAN 466 Dance Pedagogy II

Prerequisite: DAN 465. In-depth examination of effective teaching strategies for training dancers. Opportunities to develop and implement lessons appropriate to intermediate and advanced level dancers, to develop comprehensive training syllabi for dance in private studios and public schools. 3(3-0) SO

DAN 470 Dance Production

Management of technical, business and artistic procedures involved in producing and staging all types of dance performances in their appropriate environments. 2(2-0) FO

DAN 490 Choreographers and Composers Workshop

Collaboration of musicians and dancers in developing original accompaniment for contemporary dance choreography. Exploration of music; percussion and avant-garde techniques for accompaniment of ballet, modern and jazz dance. May be repeated for credit. 1-4 D

DAN 492 Senior BFA Review

Prerequisite: permission of BFA coordinator. Public presentation of portfolio, project, or performance to demonstrate the student's mastery of the skills developed during the major. Required of all BFA Dance majors. 1(0-2) F,S

DAN 496 Readings

Prerequisite: permission of dance area coordinator. Individual experimental or research studies in dance. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 1-3 F,S

DAN 497 Topics

Prerequisite: permission of instructor or course supervisor. Group creative or special topics in dance. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 1-3 F,S

DAN 499 Projects

Prerequisite: permission of dance area coordinator. Supervised individual creative projects in dance. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 1-3 F,S

Theatre Courses

THE 101 Introduction to Theatre and Drama Arts

General Education Course (Self-Understanding/Creativity and Vision Perspective). The creative processes of transforming drama to stage, film and television. A study of the collaborations and contributions that the various artists make to the process. Intended to increase the audience's ability to think critically about the artistic experience. Buying tickets to and attendance at local productions required. 3(3-0) F,S

THE 109 Performance Studies

General Education Course (Self-Understanding/Creativity and Vision Perspective). Exploration of the social, cultural, and aesthetic aspects of performance through an examination of self and society. Course combines lecture, readings, and individual student performances of oral and literary texts. Course enrollment is limited and much one-on-one work takes place. 3(3-0) F,S

THE 121 Acting I

Prerequisite: permission of instructor; and concurrent enrollment in THE 126; and open only to BFA Acting and Musical Theatre majors admitted through the audition process. Discovery and development of the actor's expressive behavior through improvisation. 3(1-4) F

THE 123 Acting Fundamentals

Stage techniques, basics of characterization and scene study. Buying tickets to and attendance at local performances required. May not be counted toward a BFA in Theatre/Performance or Musical Theatre. 3(2-2) F,S

THE 125 Voice and Movement for the Stage

Exercises in physical and vocal awareness for the actor. Introductory material on anatomy, breathing, and articulation; care and maintenance of body and voice. 2(0-4) D

THE 126 Voice and Movement for the Stage I

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in THE 121. Exercises in physical and vocal awareness for the actor. Introductory material on anatomy, breathing, and articulation; care and maintenance of body and voice. 3(2-2) F

THE 130 Introduction to Script Analysis

Analysis of the script and its translation from page to performance through an examination of the relationships of directors, designers, performers, and audience in the rehearsal process and theatrical performance. Buying tickets to and attendance at local productions required. 3(3-0) F,S

THE 150 Introduction to Theatre Technology

An introduction to the working relationships of designers and basic principles of costuming, lighting, and stagecraft. Buying tickets to and attendance at local productions required. 2(2-0) F,S

THE 151 Introduction to Theatre Technology Lab

Prerequisite: THE 150 or concurrent enrollment. Practical application of the principles addressed in THE 150. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 195 Theatre Laboratory

Supervised practical work in the theatre including both on and off stage work. Requires 50 laboratory hours; 25 must be in technical areas. May be repeated to a total of 4 hours. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 205 Speech for the Elementary Classroom

Speech activities in the elementary grades, correlating storytelling, choral reading, creative dramatics and speech correction. 3(3-0) F,S

THE 210 Writing II: Writing for Theatre

Prerequisite: ENG 110 or equivalent and 30 hours. General Education Course (Basic Required Courses). Study and practice of the discourse conventions of writing about dramatic literature and performance from the perspective of an educated generalist in the field. Students will hone skills of research, analysis, and argumentation in order to become more skillful theatre patrons, historians, and critics. 3(3-0) F,S

THE 221 Acting II

Prerequisite: THE 121. Emphasis on finding truth in performance through various acting techniques and physicalization of text. Application of play analysis to character study. 3(1-4) S

THE 224 Stage Makeup I

Laboratory course providing students with fundamentals of the art of two dimensional makeup. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 226 Voice and Movement for the Stage II

Prerequisite: THE 126. Development dynamic physical and vocal expression of text. Exercises in breaking habitual physical and vocal patterns which inhibit emotional expression. Exercises in ensemble movement techniques. 2(0-4) S

THE 228 Singing for the Actor

Prerequisite: permission of instructor; BFA Theatre/Acting option majors only; not open to Musical Theatre majors. Basic singing and music-reading techniques for actors, with approaches for building a singing repertoire. 2(1-2) F

THE 250 Stagecraft and Construction I

Prerequisite: THE 150. Working illustrations, construction, rigging, painting, and shifting of scenic units. 2(2-0) F,S

THE 251 Stagecraft and Construction Lab

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in THE 250. Practical application of the principles addressed in THE 250. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 255 Lighting Design I

Prerequisite: THE 150. Introduction to lighting design with an emphasis upon practical application. Includes a study of electrical wiring, lighting instruments, color in light, and technical lighting crew work. Study of design includes script analysis, lighting plots, and support materials. 2(2-0) F,S

THE 256 Lighting Lab

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in THE 255. Practical application of the principles addressed in THE 255. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 260 Costume Construction I

Prerequisite: THE 150. Fundamentals of costuming for the stage. A study of fabrics and construction; basic cutting and sewing techniques; costume shop organization and stage management. 2(2-0) F,S

THE 261 Costume Construction Lab

Prerequisite: THE 260 or concurrent enrollment. Practical application of the principles addressed in THE 260. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 270 Drawing and Rendering for Theatre I

A survey of drawing and the use of various media as applicable to theatrical design. Includes figure and perspective drawing techniques. 3(3-0) F

THE 271 Drawing and Rendering for Theatre II

Prerequisite: THE 270. A continuation of the study of drawing, including figure and perspective drawing techniques. The use of various color media as applicable to theatrical design. 3(3-0) S

THE 275 Drafting for the Stage

Prerequisite: THE 150. Basic drafting techniques and practices for theatrical applications. Study of tools, methods, and formulas used in generating designs and drawings. 3(2-2) F

THE 280 Design Seminar Design Principles

Prerequisite: THE 150. Basic principles of design as these relate to the theatre, intensive laboratory experience in theatrical design. Buying tickets to and attendance at local performances required. 3(3-0) F,S

THE 281 Design Seminar-Lighting and Scenic Design Principles

Prerequisite: THE 150; and THE 270 or THE 271. Basic principles of lighting and scenic design as these relate to the theatre. Intensive laboratory experience in theatrical design. Buying tickets to and attendance at local performances required. 3(3-0) F,S

THE 292 BFA Review

Prerequisite: permission of area coordinator. Public presentation of a portfolio, a project, or a performance demonstrating the student's mastery of the skills received during the major. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 295 Production/Design Project

Prerequisite: permission of area coordinator. Design and/or technical assignment connected with a specific departmental production. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 306 Interrelated and Integrated Arts

Prerequisite: ELE 302. Theory, methodology, and activities for teaching the arts to children, from early childhood through Grade 6. A creative experiential approach, emphasizing how the four primary art forms (drama, movement, music, and art) relate to and enhance one another and facilitate the child's learning in other content areas. Cannot receive credit for both THE 306 and MUS 306. 3(1-4) D

THE 310 Performing Literature

Individual and group performance of prose narrative and poetry. Designed for students who wish to develop skills in theatrical performance, oral interpretation, aesthetic communication, and literary study through performance. 3(3-0) F,S

THE 321 Acting III

Prerequisite: THE 221. Projects in advanced characterization. 3(1-4) F

THE 324 Stage Makeup II

Prerequisite: THE 224. Laboratory course dealing with three-dimensional makeup. Emphasis on prosthetics of latex. 1(0-2) D

THE 326 Advanced Voice for the Actor

Prerequisite: THE 226. Introduction to scansion and its application to performing classical material. Techniques for vocal stamina. 3(1-4) F

THE 327 Advanced Movement for the Actor

Prerequisite: THE 226. Connections between characterization and physicalization in the actor's performance are explored. Designed for the student who wishes to develop bold, strong, and specific characterization-building skills. 3(1-4) S

THE 328 Stage Combat

Prerequisite: THE 226. An introduction to the techniques and terminology used in the performance of stage choreographed combat. Emphasis is placed on physical safety, proper vocalization, movement and weapon control. 3(2-2) FO,S

THE 350 Stagecraft and Construction II

Prerequisite: THE 250 and THE 275. Study of advanced building techniques. Work with "non-conventional" materials. Explore uses of mechanical stage machinery. Plan and budget productions. 3(2-2) SO

THE 354 Stage Management

Prerequisite: THE 150. Development of a production book and understanding of all procedures used by a stage manager from the selection of a script to the final production. The role of the stage manager is discussed for both the professional and the non-professional theatre. 3(3-0) F

THE 380 Design Seminar-Costume and Sound Design Principles

Prerequisite: THE 150. Basic principles of costume and sound design as these relate to the theatre. Intensive laboratory experience in theatrical design. Buying tickets to and attendance at local performances required. 3(3-0) F,S

THE 381 Design Seminar-Collaborative Design Process

Prerequisite: THE 280 and THE 281 and THE 380. Collaboration as it relates to all areas of theatrical design. Intensive laboratory experience in theatrical design. Buying tickets to and attendance at local performances required. 3(3-0) F,S

THE 382 Research and Concept Development

Research and dramaturgy as these apply to previsualization, design, production, and concept development for the theatre and the performing arts. 3(3-0) FO

THE 390 Service Learning in Theatre

Prerequisite: 30 hours and concurrent registration in a THE course designated as a service learning offering. This service component for an existing course incorporates community service with classroom instruction in Theatre to provide an integrative learning experience that addresses the practice of citizenship and promotes an awareness of and participation in public affairs. Includes 40 hours of service that benefits an external community organization, agency, or public service provider. Approved service placements and assignments will vary depending on the specific course topic and learning objectives; a list of approved placements and assignments is available from the instructor and the Citizenship and Service Learning Office. May be repeated but no more than two hours of service learning may count toward graduation. 1 F,S

THE 392 BFA Review

Prerequisite: permission of area coordinator. Public presentation of a portfolio, a project, or a performance demonstrating the student's mastery of the skills received during the major. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 395 Production/Design Project

Prerequisite: permission of area coordinator. Design and/or technical assignment connected with a specific departmental production. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 411 Structures and Styles Shakespeare

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Understanding text, style, and dynamics of action in Shakespeare. Creating roles in Shakespeare's plays. 3(2-2) F

THE 412 Structures and Styles in Classical Drama

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Study and exploration of dramatic modes in period and stylistic material. Monologue and scenework exploring Greek, Restoration, Romantic, and other non-traditional styles. 2(0-4) D

THE 417 Teaching of Speech and Theatre

Prerequisite: EDC 350, SPE 340, IMT 365, 12 hours in communication and 12 hours in theatre, and admitted to teacher education program. Scope and objectives of the speech and theatre program in secondary schools; organization and administration of curricular and co-curricular programs; general instruction methodology. Completion of Checkpoint II for the Professional Portfolio is a component of this course. This course is recommended to be completed the fall semester before student teaching. Credited only on B.S. in Education (Secondary). A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take THE 490 or THE 491. May not be taken Pass/Not Pass. Identical with COM 417. Cannot receive credit for both THE 417 and COM 417. 3(3-0) F

THE 421 Acting IV

Prerequisite: THE 321. Advanced techniques and tutorial scene work from classic theatre literature of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. 3(1-4) S

THE 424 Dialects

Prerequisite: THE 421. An exploration of stage dialects and accents for the actor. 1(0-2) S

THE 430 Directing I

Prerequisite: THE 130 and THE 150 and; either THE 121 or THE 123. Basic principles, skills and techniques underlying directing. Procedures in selecting, analyzing, casting and producing a play. 3(2-2) F,S

THE 451 Auditions

Prerequisite: THE 321. Audition techniques for performers; choice and preparation of audition materials, as well as construction of a resume, obtaining a useable photograph, information on agents, casting directors, casting notices, unions, and the development of a reliable network. 2(0-4) F

THE 454 Scene Painting

Prerequisite: THE 270. Study of painting equipment tools, brushes, pigments, binders, and vehicles and their relationship to the surfaces to be painted. Instruction in basic painting techniques and texturing for the stage. 3(2-2) SE

THE 460 Costume Construction II

Prerequisite: THE 260. Costume construction techniques with emphasis on patterning, draping, tailoring, and more specialized sewing and fabric manipulation processes. Requires 45 hours of laboratory work. 3(3-0) D

THE 490 Supervised Teaching (Secondary Speech and Theatre)

Prerequisite: THE 417; a grade of "C" or better in all professional education courses; current pre-professional liability insurance; and approval for supervised teaching. Student observes, then teaches speech and theatre classes under the direction of the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor. Student participates in school-related activities appropriate to the assignment and attends all required meetings. In order to receive a grade in this course, the student's professional portfolio must meet or exceed final criteria. Course will not count toward the major GPA. May not receive credit for both THE 490 and COM 490. Supplemental course fee. 6 F,S

THE 491 Supervised Teaching (Secondary Speech and Theatre)

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in THE 490. Student observes, then teaches under the direction of the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor. Student participates in school-related activities appropriate to the assignment and attends all required meetings. In order to receive a grade in this course, the student's professional portfolio must meet or exceed final criteria. Course will not count toward the major GPA. May not receive credit for both THE 491 and COM 491. Supplemental course fee. 6 F,S

THE 492 Senior BFA Project

Prerequisite: permission of area coordinator. Public presentation of portfolio, project, or performance to demonstrate the student's mastery of the skills received during the major. Required of all BFA majors. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 493 Clinical Experiences in Teaching II

Prerequisite: EDC 199; and admitted to Teacher Education Program; and grades of "C" or better in all professional education courses and; and completion of portfolio checkpoints 1 and 2; and current pre-professional liability insurance; and program approval. This course is designed to meet HB 1711 for student's experience as a Teacher's Aide or Assistant Rule (Rule 5 CSR 80-805.040), to that of conventional student teachers within the same program. It is also designed to support completion of additional clinical requirements within that program including: seminars and workshops, required meetings, school related activities appropriate to the assignment, demonstrated mastery of the MOSTEP quality indicators and completion and overall assessment of a Professional Preparation Portfolio. This course is credited only on B.S. in Education or appropriate master's-level certification programs. Can only receive credit for one of the following: AGE 499, AGT 499, ART 469, BSE 499, CFS 498, COM 493, ECE 499, ELE 499, ENG 434, HST 499, MCL 491, MID 499, MTH 496, MUS 499, PED 498, SCI 499, SEC 499, SPE 499, THE 493. 4 F,S

THE 495 Theatre Practicum

An administrative, instructional, or supervisory experience not available through class work. Student typically serves as a production aide to a faculty member, or assumes a faculty supervised leadership role. May be repeated to a total of 4 hours. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 496 Readings

Prerequisite: permission of department head. Individual, experimental or research studies in theatre and performance studies. May be repeated to a total of 9 hours. 1(0-2) F,S

THE 497 Topics

Prerequisite: permission of department head. Group creative or special topics in theatre and performance studies. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 1-3 F,S

THE 498 Advanced Actor Seminar

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Lecture and laboratory experience for the actor about to enter the professional arena. 2(1-2) F

THE 499 Projects

Prerequisite: permission of department head. Supervised individual creative projects in theatre and performance studies. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. 1-3 F,S

THE 505 Theatre for Children and Youth

Special training and techniques involved in the preparation and development of productions for, and by, children and youth. Activities include directing, scenic and costume design, scripting, and a study of the history, literature and research of the field. May be taught concurrently with THE 605. Cannot receive credit for both THE 605 and THE 505. 3(3-0) F

THE 506 Creative Dramatics

The art of creative drama and how it can be used in the school and community with children, youth, adults, and "special populations." Students teach their own classes in creative drama during the latter part of the semester. May be taught concurrently with THE 606. Cannot receive credit for both THE 606 and THE 506. 3(3-0) S

THE 510 Scripting and Performing

Prerequisite: THE 310. Theoretical and practical knowledge in developing performance skills for one-person shows, extended literary performances, performance art, stand-up comedy, personal narrative and other performer-composed theatrical texts. May be taught concurrently with THE 611. Cannot receive credit for both THE 611 and THE 510. 3(3-0) S

THE 515 Theatre for Social Change

Prerequisite: THE 310. Theoretical and practical knowledge for developing performances for, about, and in partnership with community-based nonprofit organizations. Includes volunteer assignment and techniques for journaling, interviewing, scripting, and directing original material. May be taught concurrently with THE 616. Cannot receive credit for both THE 616 and THE 515. 3(3-0) F

THE 522 Acting for the Camera

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Character preparation and control techniques; physical and vocal training; relationship of performer to the aesthetic space, and technological demands of the camera. May be taught concurrently with THE 623. Cannot receive credit for both THE 623 and THE 522. 3(1-2) S

THE 530 Directing II

Prerequisite: THE 430. Advanced directing techniques. Directing of a one-act play. May be taught concurrently with THE 640. Cannot receive credit for both THE 640 and THE 530. 3(2-2) F,S

THE 541 Theatre History I

This course traces the important periods in the development of theatre from its beginning through the English Restoration, including an analysis of period plays illustrating the use of dramatic literature of those time periods. May be taught concurrently with THE 631. Cannot receive credit for both THE 631 and THE 541. 3(3-0) F

THE 542 Theatre History II

This course traces the important periods in the development of theatre from the 18th century through present day, including an analysis of period plays illustrating the use of dramatic literature of those time periods. May be taught concurrently with THE 632. Cannot receive credit for both THE 632 and THE 542. 3(3-0) S

THE 543 Development of Modern Theatre

Theatre theorists, practitioners and drama from development of naturalism to Theatre of the Absurd. May be taught concurrently with THE 633. Cannot receive credit for both THE 633 and THE 543. 3(3-0) FO

THE 545 Contemporary Theatre

Theatre theorists, practitioners and drama since 1960. Emphasis will be on theatre as art form and social and cultural institution. May be taught concurrently with THE 634. Cannot receive credit for both THE 634 and THE 545. 3(3-0) SE

THE 547 Development of American Theatre

Theatre in the United States from colonial times to the present; place of theatre in American culture; native forms, characters and non-literary theatre. May be taught concurrently with THE 635. Cannot receive credit for both THE 635 and THE 547. 3(3-0) FE

THE 552 Scene Design II

Prerequisite: THE 275 and THE 281. Advanced designs of selected plays including floor plans, front elevations, white and finished models and renderings. May be taught concurrently with THE 652. Cannot receive credit for both THE 652 and THE 552. 3(2-2) D

THE 555 Lighting Design II

Prerequisite: THE 275 and THE 281. Advanced principles and techniques of lighting for theatre, dance, and other performance/presentational events. May be taught concurrently with THE 655. Cannot receive credit for both THE 655 and THE 555. 3(2-2) D

THE 558 Sound Design for the Theatre

Principles of sound design with an emphasis on practical application. Includes a study and practice of basic audio production, recording, editing, mixing, reinforcement, and playback techniques used in association with dramatic events. Study of sound design includes aesthetic, dramatic, and practical considerations of script analysis, creative collaboration, research, and problem solving. Practical class application will be in the form of simple projects, exercises, and designs. May be taught concurrently with THE 658. Cannot receive credit for both THE 658 and THE 558. 3(2-2) SO

THE 561 History of Costume and Decor I

A survey of styles of dress, interior design and decoration, architecture, art, and historical events as they pertain to the design of theatrical productions, from ancient Egypt to circa 1700. Requires sketching. May be taught concurrently with THE 671. Cannot receive credit for both THE 671 and THE 561. 3(3-0) F

THE 562 History of Costume and Decor II

Survey of styles of dress, interior design and decoration, architecture, and art as they pertain to the design of theatrical productions, from circa 1700 to the present day. Requires sketching. May be taught concurrently with THE 672. Cannot receive credit for both THE 672 and THE 562. 3(3-0) S

THE 565 Costume Design II

Prerequisite: THE 380. Emphasis on special problems in costume design including applications of concepts to design projects and presentation of completed design projects. May be taught concurrently with THE 665. Cannot receive credit for both THE 665 and THE 565. 3(2-2) D

THE 595 Theatre Practicum

Prerequisite: permission of department head. Acting, stagecraft, costuming and associated work in the Tent Theatre or other specified theatre production. May be taught concurrently with THE 694. Cannot receive credit for both THE 694 and THE 595. 1-6 D

THE 605 Theatre for Children and Youth

Special training and techniques involved in the preparation and development of productions for, and by, children and youth. Activities include directing, scenic and costume design, scripting, and a study of the history, literature and research of the field. May be taught concurrently with THE 505. Cannot receive credit for both THE 505 and THE 605. 3(3-0) F

THE 606 Creative Dramatics

The art of creative drama and how it can be used in the school and community with children, youth, adults, and "special populations." Students teach their own classes in creative drama during the latter part of the semester. 3(3-0), S

THE 611 Scripting and Performing

Theoretical and practical knowledge in developing performance skills for one-person shows, extended literary performances, performance art, stand-up comedy, personal narrative and other performer-composed theatrical texts. May be taught concurrently with THE 510. Cannot receive credit for both THE 510 and THE 611. 3(3-0), S

THE 616 Theatre for Social Change

Theoretical and practical knowledge for developing performances for, about, and in partnership with community-based nonprofit organizations. Includes volunteer assignment and techniques for journaling, interviewing, scripting, and directing original material. May be taught concurrently with THE 515. Cannot receive credit for both THE 515 and THE 615. 3(3-0), F

THE 623 Acting for the Camera

Character preparation and control techniques; physical and vocal training; relationship of performer to the aesthetic space, and technological demands of the camera. May be taught concurrently with THE 522. Cannot receive credit for both THE 522 and THE 623. 3(1-2), S

THE 631 Theatre History I

This course traces the important periods in the development of theatre from its beginning through the English Restoration, including an analysis of period plays illustrating the use of dramatic literature of those time periods. May be taught concurrently with THE 541. Cannot receive credit for both THE 541 and THE 631. 3(3-0), F

THE 632 Theatre History II

This course traces the important periods in the development of theatre from the 18th century through present day, including an analysis of period plays illustrating the use of dramatic literature of those time periods. May be taught concurrently with THE 542. Cannot receive credit for both THE 542 and THE 632. 3(3-0), S

THE 633 Development of Modern Theatre

Theatre theorists, practitioners and drama from development of naturalism to Theatre of the Absurd. May be taught concurrently with THE 543. Cannot receive credit for both THE 543 and THE 633. 3(3-0), FO

THE 634 Contemporary Theatre

Theatre theorists, practitioners and drama since 1960. Emphasis will be on theatre as art form and social and cultural institution. May be taught concurrently with THE 545. Cannot receive credit for both THE 545 and THE 634. 3(3-0), SE

THE 635 Development of American Theatre

Theatre in the United States from colonial times to the present; place of theatre in American culture; native forms, characters and non-literary theatre. May be taught concurrently with THE 547. Cannot receive credit for both THE 547 and THE 635. 3(3-0), FE

THE 640 Directing II

Advanced directing techniques. Directing of a one-act play. May be taught concurrently with THE 530. Cannot receive credit for both THE 530 and THE 640. 3(2-2), F,S

THE 652 Scene Design II

Advanced designs of selected plays including floor plans, front elevations, white and finished models and renderings. 3(2-2), D

THE 655 Lighting Design II

Advanced principles and techniques of lighting for theatre, dance, and other performance/presentational events. May be taught concurrently with THE 555. Cannot receive credit for both THE 555 and THE 655. 3(2-2), D

THE 658 Sound Design for the Theatre

Principles of sound design with an emphasis on practical application. Includes a study and practice of basic audio production, recording, editing, mixing, reinforcement, and playback techniques used in association with dramatic events. Study of sound design includes aesthetic, dramatic, and practical considerations of script analysis, creative collaboration, research, and problem solving. Practical class application will be in the form of simple projects, exercises, and designs. May be taught concurrently with THE 558. Cannot receive credit for both THE 558 and THE 658. 3(2-2), SO

THE 665 Costume Design II

Emphasis on special problems in costume design including applications of concepts to design projects and presentation of completed design projects. May be taught concurrently with THE 565. Cannot receive credit for both THE 565 and THE 665. 3(2-2), D

THE 671 History of Costume and Decor I

A survey of styles of dress, interior design and decoration, architecture, art, and historical events as they pertain to the design of theatrical productions, from ancient Egypt to circa 1700. Requires sketching. May be taught concurrently with THE 561. Cannot receive credit for both THE 561 and THE 671. 3(3-0), F

THE 672 History of Costume/Decor II

Survey of styles of dress, interior design and decoration, architecture, and art as they pertain to the design of theatrical productions, from circa 1700 to the present day. Requires sketching. May be taught concurrently with THE 562. Cannot receive credit for both THE 562 and THE 672. 3(3-0), S

THE 694 Theatre Practicum

Prerequisite: permission of department head. Acting, stagecraft, costuming and associated work in the Tent Theatre or other specified theatre production. May be taught concurrently with THE 595. Cannot receive credit for both THE 595 and THE 694. 1-6, D

THE 700 Graduate Research Methods in Theatre and Interpretation

Exploration of the current state of theatre studies. Focuses on strategies for research with primary and secondary sources, critical and theoretical methodologies, and various methods of reporting research. 3(3-0), D

THE 707 Theatre Pedagogy: Theories and Practices

Designed to acquaint theatre teachers with the field of current theories and practices of theatre and performance pedagogy, and to develop instructional skills with specific application to teaching introductory level theatre courses. 3(3-0) F

THE 710 Seminar: Performance

Studies in rhetorical, cultural, social and aesthetic dimensions of performance. 3(3-0), SE

THE 742 Dramatic Theory and Criticism

Representative theories of dramatic form and function; works of major critics and philosophers from Aristotle to present. 3(3-0) D

THE 790 Workshop in Theatre

Designed to improve the students' skill and knowledge in specific areas of theatrical production. Each workshop will be concerned with a single topic, either acting, directing, or design. The course will examine the intersections between theory and practice in the creation of theatrical works. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours credit. 3-9, S

THE 793 Degree Paper

Research and writing of an extended paper originating in one of the 600-level courses. The degree paper may or may not relate to the applied research project. Students may choose to present the completed paper for their required research report. 3 F,S,Su

THE 795 Applied Research Project

Prerequisite: permission of research advisor and, if applicable, host institution permission must be obtained the semester prior to enrollment. The applied research project may consist of: 1) a creative project (directing, designing, scripting, performing), or 2) an internship with a host company or agency. For the non-thesis project, students must design specific educational and social as well as artistic objectives and appropriate assessment measures in consultation with the advisor. Students may choose to report on the applied research project for their required research report. Graded Pass/Not Pass only. 3 F,S,Su

THE 796 Readings

Prerequisite: permission of graduate coordinator. Individual, experimental or research studies in theatre and performance studies. May be repeated to total of 6 hours. 1-3 F,S

THE 797 Topics

Prerequisite: permission of graduate coordinator. Creative or special topics in theatre and performance studies. May be repeated to total of 6 hours. 1-3 F,S

THE 798 Thesis Research

Prerequisite: permission of the graduate coordinator. Research leading to a Master's thesis. Students will present a proseminar on their research during the semester they are enrolled in this course. 3 F,S,Su

THE 799 Thesis Writing

Prerequisite: permission of graduate coordinator. Preparation of thesis. May be repeated, but no more than 3 hours may be counted toward a master's degree. Graded Pass/Not Pass only. 3, F, S, Su