Course Descriptions
| Course | Semester Hours | Title | Description |
| TH 108 | 3 hours | Introduction to the Theatre (ARTD) | This
is an entry-level course which offers a broad overview of the theatre
arts for the theatre major or non-major. The work of the various artists
who create the theatre arts will be investigated and analyzed along with
the analysis of script structure and form through historical and modern
perspectives. Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, RD 110. Three hours each week. |
| TH 109 | 3 hours |
Fundamentals of Acting (ARTD) (Rockville and Takoma Park only) |
An
introduction to basic acting skills, including exercises in speech, movement,
and imagination. Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, RD 110. Three hours each week. |
| TH 112 | 3 hours | Intermediate Acting (Rockville and Takoma Park only) | Practice
in textual analysis, scene study, and the process of developing characterization
for performance in the theatre. PREREQUISITE: TH 109 or consent of department. Three hours each week. |
| TH 114 | 3 hours |
Stagecraft I (Rockville only) |
The
principles and practice of drama production, with emphasis on planning,
constructing, and shifting scenery, and on the management of backstage
operations. Additional laboratory hours and actual work on college productions.
Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, MA 091, RD 110. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week. |
| TH 116 | 3 hours |
Stage Lighting for the Performing Arts (Rockville only) |
An
exploration of the theory of and theatrical practice in the use of basic
elements of electricity, lighting equipment and design in the production
of theatre, television, and dance. Students will be involved in the exploration
of the theory and practice of basic fundamentals of lighting techniques,
electricity, equipment and standards, and the use of light in the production
of theatre, dance, and television. Students will be required to work additional
hours on lighting for productions. Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, MA 091, RD 110. Three hours each week. |
| TH 117 | 3 hours |
Fundamentals of Play Directing (Rockville only) |
An introduction to the basic techniques, principles, and disciplines of directing for the theatre. The director's role, composition, script analysis, movement and rhythm, production preparation and procedures will be covered. At the conclusion of the course, the student will prepare a one-half hour production for performance. Additional time outside of class for rehearsals will be required. PREREQUISITE: TH 108 or consent of department. Three hours each week. |
| TH 118 | 3 hours |
Costuming Crafts for the Performing Arts (Rockville only) |
An
introduction to sewing techniques, patterning, fabrics, and costume shop
equipment, with a survey of costume crafts and shop organization. Students
will participate in costuming for productions. Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, MA 091, RD 110. Three hours lecture each week. |
| TH 119 | 3 hours |
Theatrical Makeup Techniques (Rockville only) |
A
study of theories and techniques of theatrical makeup. This course is
designed to familiarize students with the materials and their application,
with each student experiencing the techniques involved in corrective,
character, and special effects makeup. Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, RD 110. Two hours lecture/demonstration, two hours laboratory each week. |
| TH120 | 1 hour |
Performance Production (Rockville and Takoma Park only) |
Practical
experience in the production aspects of the performing arts. Students
are assigned tasks in the areas of acting, dancing, choreography, costuming,
lighting, scene construction and painting, and house and stage management
for college productions. Acting and/or dancing in a production is by audition
only. Assessment
levels: EN 101/101A, RD 110. Students will spend a minimum of 70 hours per semester in production and 30 hours per semester in a laboratory, in addition to a one-hour lecture each week. The course may be repeated for a total of three credits. |
| TH 121 | 3 hours |
Movement for the Performer (Rockville only) |
The
introduction of self-use techniques as applied to the development of a
theatrical character. These techniques include discussion and application
of relaxation, Alexander, LeCoq, and Laban theory. Improvisation technique
is also explored and practiced. Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, RD 110. Three hours each week. |
| TH 208 | 3 hours |
Drafting/Painting for the Performing Arts (Rockville only) |
Study
of the graphic processes utilized by the scene designer in transferring
concepts and ideas to the stage. The students develop basic skills in
theatrical drafting and scene painting techniques through their work on
assigned projects. PREREQUISITE: TH 114 or consent of department. Three hours lecture, two hours practical laboratory each week. |
| TH 225 | 3 hours |
Acting for Film and Television (Rockville only) |
An
approach to the art and craft of performance before a camera in both the
motion picture and television studio. The student begins work with narrative
film and TV materials that require artistic and technical involvement
peculiar to film and electronic entertainment media. A small film fee
may be required. Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, RD 110. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week. |
