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SPED 563 - Interventions and Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder I
3 credits
Focuses on the first five interventions and strategies identified in “Evidence-Based Practice: Autism in the Schools” that can be used with students on the autism spectrum disorder who are receiving special education services. Included is an understanding of the need and rationale for using specific strategies for students on the autism spectrum based on needs in the areas social-emotional, communication, cognitive, academic, sensory, leisure and adaptive development. NOTE: Candidates working toward the ASD Specialist designation must concurrently register for SPED 563L: Interventions and Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder I Lab. See an advisor in the School of Education Special Education Program.
Graded (A-F) only
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SPED 563L - Interventions and Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder I Lab
1 credit
Provides candidates the opportunity to implement the interventions and strategies covered in the course with students on the autism spectrum disorder. Candidates will work with student across the spectrum and in a variety of settings.
Graded (A-F) only
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SPED 564 - Interventions and Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum II
3 credits
Focuses on the first five interventions and strategies identified in “Evidence-Based Practice: Autism in the Schools” that can be used with students on the autism spectrum disorder who are receiving special education services. Included is an understanding of the need and rationale for using specific strategies for students on the autism spectrum based on needs in the areas social-emotional, communication, cognitive, academic, sensory, leisure and adaptive development. NOTE: Candidates working toward the ASD Specialist designation must concurrently register for SPED 564L: Interventions and Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder II Lab. See an advisor in the School of Education Special Education Program.
Graded (A-F) only
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SPED 564L - Interventions and Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum II Lab
1 credit
Provides candidates the opportunity to implement the interventions and strategies covered in the course with students on the autism spectrum disorder. Candidates will work with student across the spectrum and in a variety of settings.
Graded (A-F) only
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SPED 565 - Coaching, Consulting and Collaboration in Autism
3 credits
Explores practical ideas, concepts, theories, and skills that ASD specialists use to be effective in their coaching of direct service providers. Examines important factors that contribute to functional and successful team collaboration to improve learning for students on the autism spectrum.
Graded (A-F) only
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SPED 566 - ASD Specialist Alternative Pathway Portfolio
3 credits
Designed to provide experienced special educators the means to acquire the ASD Specialist designation. Candidates using the Alternative Pathway must demonstrate skills and competencies as an ASD Specialist as outlined in OAR 84-066-0010. The portfolio must be submitted in the term in which the candidate wishes to be considered for the ASD Specialist designation.
Graded (A-F) only
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SPED 572 - Special Education Advanced Work Sample
3 credits
Designed for previously licensed teachers who have fulfilled Oregon initial teacher licensure requirements. Working independently, candidates prepare a teaching performance work sample consisting of instruction that is implemented during the term in which the course is taken. The work sample must include student information (case history, PLAAFP, IEP goals and STOs), summative and formative student performance data, complete instructional plans targeting either language arts or math within a special education setting, interpretation of learning gains, modifications in response to student progress, and reflections on teaching effectiveness. Candidates negotiate an individualized meeting and progress schedule with the instructor. The work sample is completed in conjunction with SPED 573: Special Education Advanced Practicum.
Graded (A-F) only
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SPED 573 - Special Education Advanced Practicum
3 credits
Designed for previously licensed teachers who have fulfilled Oregon initial teacher licensure requirements. Working independently, candidates complete a minimum 90 contact hours in a special education setting appropriate to the authorization level sought (elementary or secondary). The practicum is completed in conjunction with SPED 572: Special Education Advanced Work Sample. Candidates negotiate an individualized meeting and progress schedule with the instructor.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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SAS 101 - Freshman Academic Development
1 credit
This sequence is available to students enrolled in the Success at Southern/Student Support Services program. College Success classes have been developed to help facilitate students’ academic and personal success in college. While SAS 101 is designed for newly enrolled freshmen, SAS 102 is designed for newly enrolled transfer students with 36 or more credits. Both classes cover the clarification of academic goals, planning, study skills, financial planning, collaborative skills, and assessment targeted at heightening students’ understanding of themselves as learners. Academic Development (SAS 103 ) provides a structured setting in which students may access professional and tutoring support to enhance their academic skills and performance. Specialized SAS 103 courses are provided for student-athletes and for scholarship research and application.
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SAS 102 - Transfer Student Academic Development
1 credit
This sequence is available to students enrolled in the Success at Southern/Student Support Services program. College Success classes have been developed to help facilitate students’ academic and personal success in college. While SAS 101 is designed for newly enrolled freshmen, SAS 102 is designed for newly enrolled transfer students with 36 or more credits. Both classes cover the clarification of academic goals, planning, study skills, financial planning, collaborative skills, and assessment targeted at heightening students’ understanding of themselves as learners. Academic Development (SAS 103 ) provides a structured setting in which students may access professional and tutoring support to enhance their academic skills and performance. Specialized SAS 103 courses are provided for student-athletes and for scholarship research and application.
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SAS 103 - Academic Development
1 credit
This sequence is available to students enrolled in the Success at Southern/Student Support Services program. College Success classes have been developed to help facilitate students’ academic and personal success in college. While SAS 101 is designed for newly enrolled freshmen, SAS 102 is designed for newly enrolled transfer students with 36 or more credits. Both classes cover the clarification of academic goals, planning, study skills, financial planning, collaborative skills, and assessment targeted at heightening students’ understanding of themselves as learners. Academic Development (SAS 103) provides a structured setting in which students may access professional and tutoring support to enhance their academic skills and performance. Specialized SAS 103 courses are provided for student-athletes and for scholarship research and application. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
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SAS 199 - Special Studies
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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TA 147 - Introduction to the Theatre: Drama in Production
3 credits
This course is designed for those wishing to broaden their knowledge of theatre from the inception of the production to closing night. Not open to theatre majors. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand E–Humanities). Prerequisite(s): Restricted to non-Theatre Arts majors.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 157 - Introduction to Musical Theatre Dance
3 credits
Intended for students with little or no previous dance experience. Introduces common musical theatre dance styles, the language of dance, and techniques for picking up steps. Corequisite(s): D 157 (Cross-listed with D 157.)
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 166 - Theatre Foundations
3 credits
Required for all freshman and transfer theatre majors in the first year of training. Introduces the collaborative art of theatre and all aspects of producing theatre. Acquaints new majors with the requirements, expectations, and opportunities within the theatre program. Prerequisite(s): Restricted to majors.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 167 - Script Analysis
4 credits
Develops students’ abilities to read and interpret dramatic material for direction, performance, or design. Discusses what makes plays unique from other forms of writing. Students learn how to initially read a play, how to plot the action of the play and its characters, and how to interpret information offered by the playwright by asking questions that illuminate the inner meaning of the play. Open to non-theatre majors. (Approved for University Studies Explorations - Strand E.)
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 168 - Play Reading
3 credits
Offers an intensive analysis and discussion of key works in dramatic literature. May be applied to BA/BS dramatic literature requirement.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 169 - Elements of Design
3 credits
Required for all freshman and transfer theatre majors. Serves as an introduction to the process and principles of design. Particular attention is given to the practice of designers working in the performing arts. Introduces students to the concepts, terminology, and practice of designers. Explores the design process from text analysis through design development by incorporating lectures, readings, classroom activities, and projects. Students become comfortable with image manipulation and interpretation while gaining communication tools vital for working in a collaborative environment. Prerequisite(s): Restricted to majors.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 182 - Introduction to Modern Dance
2 credits
Explores technique, improvisation and compositional components of modern dance for beginning and experienced dancers. Also covers techniques to strengthen and stretch your body and creativity. Students will learn basic modern dance technique and form, explore partnering skills, and play with improvisational structures both individually and in groups. Students will be given a prompt by the instructor and guided through the development of a movement phrase for the final exam. Dancers will present their phrase for the final exam. Repeatable for a maximum of 20 credits. (Cross-listed with PE 182 and D 182 .)
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 183 - Dance Improvisation
2 credits
Utilizing the elements of dance, this class investigates movement through structured explorations for the creative development of personal movement repertoire, spontaneous group interaction, and observation skills. The course emphasizes the exploration of movement through spur-of-the-moment problem solving and creative risk-taking. This course is designed to evoke the student’s creative movement individuality and sense of ensemble. It may also include weight-sharing and contact improvisation. Repeatable for a maximum of 20 credits. (Cross-listed with PE 183 and D 183 .)
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 189 - Tap Dance I
3 credits
Beginning level class in Tap Dance technique and vocabulary. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits. (Cross-listed with D 189 ).
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 192 - Ballet I
2 credits
Introduces ballet movement vocabulary and creates a foundation for dance technique for many Western dance forms. Students learn and practice a basic barre of classical ballet exercises that build throughout the term; learn center floor work including port de bras, adagio, small jumps, large jumps, turns and short ballet combinations. Students learn a basic ballet movement vocabulary and can correctly identify twenty ballet steps they have practiced throughout the term. As a term project, students choreograph a one-minute ballet dance using material from the class OR write a 5-page paper on a dance-related topic they research during the term. (Cross-listed with D 192 and PE 192 .)
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 193 - Jazz I
2 credits
Provides an introduction to solid dance technique, jazz dance vocabulary, proper dance alignment, and use of the core of the body to stabilize and control movement. Various styles of jazz will be used in combinations throughout the term with a foundation of LA style jazz inspired by the studios of Dupre, Joe Tremaine, Carleton Johnson and Jaime Rogers. (Cross-listed with D 193 and PE 193 .)
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 199 - Special Studies
1 to 18 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 200 - Shakespeare: Innovations (The Early Plays)
4 credits
Serves as an introduction to the study of Shakespeare, providing the appropriate backgrounds and contexts with which to analyze Shakespeare’s work, including biographical, historical/cultural, critical/theoretical, linguistic, and theatrical. Examines two plays from the first decade of Shakespeare’s writing career. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand E–Humanities). (Cross-listed with SHS 200 and ENG 200 .
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 201 - Shakespeare: Explorations (The Middle Plays)
4 credits
Examines 4-5 plays from the middle period of Shakespeare’s career, roughly 1598-1604. Includes consideration of at least one comedy, history, and tragedy. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand E–Humanities). (Cross-listed with ENG 201 /SHS 201 .)
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 202 - Shakespeare: Consummations (The Late Plays)
4 credits
Examines 4-5 plays from the last stage of Shakespeare’s career, roughly 1604-1611. Includes consideration of at least one history, tragedy, and romance. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand E–Humanities). (Cross-listed with ENG 202 /SHS 202 .)
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 220 - Scene Design I: An Introduction
4 credits
Introduces the basic principles of scene design and the influence of visual choices on the audience’s understanding of the play. Explores scenery design and enhances understanding of the role of theatrical scenery. Covers the use of design elements such as line, color, shape, mass, and texture; the arrangement of stage space; and the importance of research in making appropriate choices. Introduces students to a variety of scenic styles and approaches. Students produce ground plans, color elevations, and models. Prerequisite(s): Field of Study Restriction: Theatre Arts majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 143
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 221 - Voice and Movement I
4 credits
Provides a beginning study of the physical and vocal components of an actor’s instrument. Designed to develop an actor’s awareness. Emphasizes creation of and work within an ensemble of artists through exercises and improvisation. Introduces the connection of emotion to impulses of the body and voice. Builds a vocabulary of tools essential to further study within the movement and voice curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent. Restricted to majors.
Graded (A-F) only
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TA 222 - Movement for the Actor II
4 credits
Continues development of the actor’s physical skills. Designed to develop an actor’s awareness and use of his or her primary tool, the body. Emphasizes learning the fundamental skeletal and muscular structures; building strength, coordination, and stamina; and creating a basic, all-purpose warm-up that is adaptable to individual physical needs and situations. Improvisational exercises explore awareness of the physical self, neutral alignment, physical creativity, and relaxation and breathing techniques. Prerequisite(s): TA 221 . Restricted to Theatre BFA majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 210.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 223 - Movement for the Actor III
4 credits
Continues development of the actor’s physical skills. Special emphasis is on exploring different movement philosophies in conjunction with improvisational movement exercises as they relate to the process of acting, creating a character, and physicalization of text. Draws from techniques by Laban, Chekhov, Decroux, and others. Prerequisite(s): TA 222 . Restricted to Theatre BFA majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 211.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 227 - Voice and Speech for the Stage II
4 credits
Provides a study of the actor’s vocal instrument. Develops an understanding of the basic physical structure, the mechanics of the voice, and the production of sound. Explores the importance of vivid understanding of language and imagery to fulfill the expressive needs of the text. Exercises concentrate on natural breathing, relaxed body alignment, and emotional connection while cultivating resonant vocal production. Includes the creation of a basic vocal warmup that is adaptable to individual needs and situations. Prerequisite(s): TA 221 . Restricted to Theatre BFA majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 224.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 228 - Voice and Speech for the Stage III
4 credits
Continues the study of the actor’s vocal instrument. Expands the artistic and eloquent language skills necessary for classical theatre. Focuses on developing vocal strength, flexibility, breath control, and a solid sound with ample resonance. Further develops heightened technical articulation skills through work on vowel and consonant action and pronunciation. Prerequisite(s): TA 227 . Restricted to Theatre BFA majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 225.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 230 - Theatre in Western Culture I
4 credits
Explores the development of Western drama and theatre from antiquity to the Middle Ages. Involves intensive study of representative plays. Examines production techniques, theatre architecture, actors and acting styles, and significant political and cultural developments of the times. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above required. Restricted to majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 466.
Graded (A-F) only
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TA 231 - Theatre in Western Culture II
4 credits
Explores the development of Western drama and theatre from the Renaissance to the eighteenth century. Involves intensive study of representative plays. Also examines production techniques, theatre architecture, actors and acting styles, and significant political and cultural developments of the times. Prerequisite(s): TA 230 or sophomore standing or above required. Restricted to majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 467.
Graded (A-F) only
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TA 232 - Theatre in Western Culture III
4 credits
Explores the development of Western drama and theatre from the eighteenth century to the present. Involves intensive study of representative plays. Examines production techniques, theatre architecture, actors and acting styles, and significant political and cultural developments of the times. Prerequisite(s): TA 230 and/or sophomore standing or above required. Restricted to majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 468.
Graded (A-F) only
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TA 240 - Stagecraft
4 credits
Examines the principles of stage scenery construction, including theatre terminology, tools, materials, woodworking, shop practices, and related areas. Mixed lecture and hands-on instruction. Prerequisite(s): Restricted to majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 144.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 242 - Theatre Sound
4 credits
A foundational course for upper division sound design and engineering curriculum, Theatre Sound explores the artistic and technical aspects of sound production and design for theatrical applications.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 245 - Stage Lighting
4 credits
A foundational course for upper division stage lighting curriculum, Stage Lighting examines the basic theories and mechanics of stage lighting, with emphasis on equipment, lighting instruments, control, and stage-lighting graphics. Students must also register for a lab section. Corequisite(s): TA 245L .
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 245L - Stage Lighting
0 credits
Corresponding lab for TA 245 .
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 246 - Introduction to Acting
4 credits
An introductory course that focuses on the craft of acting through monologue and scene work. Introduces aspects of actor training and explores traditional acting techniques including Stanislavski-based techniques, and movement, vocal, and improvisational techniques. Open to non-theatre majors.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 249 - Costume Fundamentals
4 credits
The basic principles of theatrical costuming. This class explores both construction and design through lecture and lab. Students will complete a construction/sewing project and produce a set of costume sketches as final projects.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 252 - Stage Makeup
4 credits
Introduces the principles of makeup for the stage. Class is taught through both lecture and lab to allow students the opportunities to plan, develop, and perfect different aspects of stage makeup techniques. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent. Restricted to majors.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 255 - Theatre Practice
2 credits
Students gain practical experience in acting, stagecraft, lighting, sound, costuming, makeup, business management, promotion, house management, and stage management by participating in scheduled theatre productions. Two sections may be taken concurrently with instructor’s approval. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 257 - Musical Theatre Dance
3 credits
Further develops dance technique, with emphasis on musical theatre dance routines. Also examines popular and theatrical dance styles of the twentieth century and musical theatre history. Prerequisite(s): TA 157 or instructor consent. (Cross-listed with D 257 ).
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 258 - Musical Theatre Dance II
3 credits
Continuation of TA 257 Musical Theatre Dance. It is an intermediate/advanced level class which continues to develop solid dance technique and stylistic variation, expand dance vocabulary, and both learn and create dance combinations (choreography). Repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits. Prerequisite(s): TA 257 or instructor consent. (Cross-listed with D 258 ).
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 262 - Costume Design I
4 credits
Introduces major topics in theatrical costuming, including play analysis, director’s concept, research, collaboration concerns, character analysis, the elements of design, effective drawing and painting, project assets and limitations, costume paperwork, and an overview of the entire process of costume design. Includes lecture and lab. TA 262, TA 263 , and TA 264 comprise a full year of sequential classes in costume design. Students who wish to fulfill departmental core requirements are advised to take TA 262, offered fall term. The subsequent classes are recommended for students who plan to have costume design as their curricular emphasis. Prerequisite(s): TA 249 or instructor consent. Restricted to majors.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 263 - Costume Design II
4 credits
Continues the exploration of major topics in theatrical costuming, including play analysis, director’s concept, research, collaboration concerns, character analysis, the elements of design, effective drawing and painting, project assets and limitations, costume paperwork, and an overview of the entire process of costume design. Includes lecture and lab. TA 262 , TA 263, and TA 264 comprise a full year of sequential classes in costume design. Students who wish to fulfill departmental core requirements are advised to take TA 262 , offered fall term. The subsequent classes are recommended for students who plan to have costume design as their curricular emphasis. Prerequisite(s): TA 262 or instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 264 - Costume Design III
4 credits
Further exploration of major topics in theatrical costuming, including play analysis, director’s concept, research, collaboration concerns, character analysis, the elements of design, effective drawing and painting, project assets and limitations, costume paperwork, and an overview of the entire process of costume design. Includes lecture and lab. TA 262 , TA 263 , and TA 264 comprise a full year of sequential classes in costume design. Students who wish to fulfill departmental core requirements are advised to take TA 262 , offered fall term. The subsequent classes are recommended for students who plan to have costume design as their curricular emphasis. Prerequisite(s): TA 263 or instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 266 - Costume Construction I
4 credits
Introduces basic principles of flat patterning and draping as means of translating costume designs into costumes. Develops measuring, drafting, and draping skills for a variety of projects, including the basic body block or sloper, sleeve and collar variations, and skirt and trouser construction. Emphasizes accuracy and care. Develops good work habits, proper fitting protocols, and pattern coherence. TA 266, TA 267 , and TA 268 comprise a full year of sequential classes. Prerequisite(s): TA 249 or instructor consent. Restricted to majors.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 267 - Costume Construction II
4 credits
Introduces basic principles of flat patterning and draping as means of translating costume designs into costumes. Develops measuring, drafting, and draping skills for a variety of projects, including the basic body block or sloper, sleeve and collar variations, and skirt and trouser construction. Emphasizes accuracy and care. Develops good work habits, proper fitting protocols, and pattern coherence. TA 266 , TA 267, and TA 268 comprise a full year of sequential classes. Prerequisite(s): TA 266 or instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 268 - Costume Construction III
4 credits
Introduces basic principles of flat patterning and draping as means of translating costume designs into costumes. Develops measuring, drafting, and draping skills for a variety of projects, including the basic body block or sloper, sleeve and collar variations, and skirt and trouser construction. Emphasizes accuracy and care. Develops good work habits, proper fitting protocols, and pattern coherence. TA 266 , TA 267 , and TA 268 comprise a full year of sequential classes. Prerequisite(s): TA 267 or instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 270 - Acting Aesthetics
4 credits
Offers an introductory explanation of acting theory and methodology through exercise and beginning scene/monologue work. Emphasizes use of the actor’s individual qualities, character analysis, performance techniques, and acting as an aspect of life. Primary focus is on contemporary realism. Priority is assigned to non-performance-oriented theatre majors. Prerequisite(s): TA 166 or instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 281 - Acting I: Beginning Acting
4 credits
Covers acting theory and technique for the beginning actor. Lays the groundwork for further study within the performance curriculum. Focuses on the core principles of acting, including collaboration, acting vocabulary, artistic discipline, and basic text work. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent. Restricted to Theatre majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 247.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 282 - Acting II: Classical Drama
4 credits
Covers acting theory and technique for the intermediate actor. Emphasizes ensemble work and broad performance styles. Focuses on traditional and post-modern approaches to early theatrical work such as is found in Greek, Roman, and Medieval texts. Prerequisite(s): TA 281 and instructor consent. Restricted to Theatre majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 450.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 283 - Acting III: Modern Drama
4 credits
Covers acting theory and technique for the intermediate actor. Emphasizes detailed character development, relationships, and the essence of comedy and drama. Focuses on European Modern Drama, as found in works by authors such as Ibsen, Chekhov, Strindberg, Brecht and Shaw. Prerequisite(s): Restricted to Theatre majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 452.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 289 - Tap Dance II
3 credits
Continuation of TA 189, Introduction to Tap Dance. Further exploration of Tap Dance technique, vocabulary and execution on an intermediate level. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite(s): TA 189 or instructor consent. (Cross-listed with D 289 ).
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 293 - Ballet II
2 credits
Builds on the basics learned in a first year of Ballet, with variations and a brisker tempo for both the barre and the center work. Students work at a faster pace with a wider vocabulary for an hour and a half, twice a week. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits. (Cross-listed with D 293 and PE 293 .)
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 295 - Jazz II
2 credits
Provides a continuation of the jazz dance vocabulary which begins in Jazz I. The foundation is still LA style jazz, as interpreted from the studios of Dupre, Joe Tremaine, Carleton Johnson and Jaime Rogers. (Cross-listed with D 295 and .)
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 320 - Scene Design II, Techniques
4 credits
Explores scenic designs that address the requirements of plays from realistic and abstract genres. Develops communication skills for expressing design ideas verbally, as well as with models and two-dimensional sketches and renderings. Teaches perspective drawing and shading. Provides experience with various color media. Prerequisite(s): TA 167 .
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 243
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 323 - Movement for the Actor IV
4 credits
Focuses on the advanced development of an actor’s physical skills through a variety of specialized movement disciplines. Encourages the physical articulation of the actor’s process through various techniques, such as clowning and mask work. Prerequisite(s): TA 223 and instructor consent. Restricted to majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 312.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 327 - Voice and Speech for the Stage IV
4 credits
Focuses on the specific analytical and vocal skills necessary for classical and modern texts, including punctuation, scansion, and text analysis of verse and prose. Introduces International Phonetics Alphabet and dialect work. Prerequisite(s): TA 228 and instructor consent. Restricted to majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 326.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 328 - Performance Styles in American Film: 1920-1950
4 credits
Analysis of iconic film performers from 1930-1950. In-depth study of their working methods and techniques and what their enduring appeal in films reveals about the American psyche. Intensive reading and discussion, screening of select films. Prerequisite(s): Class restriction: Junior standing or above.
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TA 329 - Performance Styles in American Film: 1950s to the 1980s
4 credits
Analysis of iconic film performers (Marilyn Monroe, Marlon Brando, James Dean and Sidney Poitier, among others), their working methods and techniques and what their enduring appeal in films reveals about the American psyche. Intensive reading and discussion, screening of select films. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 333 - Stage Properties
4 credits
Addresses techniques of constructing furniture and properties for theatrical use. Includes prop management, finishes, upholstery, decoration, materials, and tool use.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 244
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 334 - Stage Management
4 credits
Explores the concepts and principles of stage management, concentrating on organizational and management skills. Students learn to anticipate potential production problems, determine causes, and develop solutions to help promote the artistic achievement in a production. Prerequisite(s): Previous theatre production experience and instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 338 - Shakespeare in Popular Culture
4 credits
Explores the manifestations of Shakespeare’s work in contemporary media, as well as its roots in the popular and folk culture of Shakespeare’s time. It examines questions of cultural capital and expression through theoretical and critical readings and extensive examples from film, theater, music, and television, as well as digital, transmedia, and participatory culture. Prerequisite(s): SHS 200 /TA 200 /ENG 200 or SHS/TA 236. (Cross-listed with SHS 338.
Graded (A-F) only
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TA 339 - Performing Shakespeare
4 credits
Offers students the opportunity to approach Shakespeare’s text from the actor’s perspective and to take part in a Shakespearean performance project, for example, a presentation of a redacted version of a Shakespearean play. This is not an acting class, so no acting experience is required. Students are positioned as actors solely in order to experience the unique way of knowing Shakespeare that performing his plays provides. Prerequisite(s): SHS 200 /ENG 200 /TA 200 or SHS/TA 236 (Cross-listed with SHS 339 .
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 342 - Sound Engineering
4 credits
Offers advanced training in the use of sound in theatre. Focuses on recording techniques, editing, acoustics, equipment maintenance, and live mixing. Prerequisite(s): TA 242 or instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 343 - Scene Painting
4 credits
Explores the theories and practice of scene painting, including color mixing, textures, and various painting techniques. Prerequisite(s): TA 169 and junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 344 - Drafting for Theatre
4 credits
Examines the conventions and techniques of drafting, specifically oriented toward the types of drawings required for stage scenery and properties. Prerequisite(s): TA 166 , TA 167 and TA 169 .
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 346 - Costume Crafts
4 credits
Explores conceptual, problem solving, and construction techniques for costume crafts. Covers millinery, armor, footwear, jewelry, and leatherwork. Offered in alternate years in spring term. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 349 - Fashion Through the Centuries
4 credits
Offers a comprehensive survey of Western civilization’s garment fashion history from the beginning of recorded time to the present. Discusses social and political trends; technological innovations; and the human spirit’s creative impact on fashion, history, and culture. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J).
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 352 - Investigating the Text
4 credits
Students will participate in a detailed formal analysis on one play during the term. This class will include full textual analysis, biographical, critical and performance history of one chosen play. Approved for University Studies Integration - Strand J. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 354 - Fundamentals of Directing
4 credits
Provides an overview of the directing process. Emphasizes play selection, analysis, and preproduction preparation. Explores theories and techniques through text analysis, in-class exercises, and short scenes. Restricted to majors. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, all lower division major requirements, and instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 355 - Intermediate Directing
4 credits
Emphasizes play selection and preproduction preparation as the primary source for choice of ground plan, development of blocking strategies, and communication with the actor. Explores the rehearsal process through direction of a scene or one-act play. Restricted to majors. Prerequisite(s): TA 354 and instructor consent by application.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 357A - Musical Theatre Workshop I
4 credits
Designed to be taken in sequence with TA 357B , for music and theatre students. TA 357A involves learning, coaching, and preparation of specific musical theatre literature as assigned by the instructor. Must be followed by TA 357B , taken in the same academic year. Prerequisite(s): TA 257 and MUP 170 or MUP 190 or instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 357B - Musical Theatre Workshop II
4 credits
Focuses on staging and choreographing material learned in TA 357A . Culminates in a public classroom presentation of the musical theatre material learned over the course of the two-term sequence. Prerequisite(s): TA 357A taken in the same academic year.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 358 - Auditioning for Musical Theatre
4 credits
Develops effective auditioning skills for musical theatre. Covers resumé preparation, finding out about auditions, selection and presentation of appropriate songs, and audition etiquette. Also addresses dance auditions. Prerequisite(s): MUP 170 or MUP 190 or instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 359 - Musical Theatre History
4 credits
Offers a comprehensive survey of Western civilization’s musical theatre history from its inception to the present. Discusses the social and political trends and technological innovations that affected the development of the musical theatre genre. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 360 - Creative Dramatics
4 credits
Explores the craft of acting through improvisational philosophies and techniques. Uses improvisational methods and philosophies to create original performance pieces. Prerequisite(s): TA 223 , TA 228 , TA 381 or instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 366 - Costume Construction IV
4 credits
Continues the development of skills acquired in costume construction. Projects expand in complexity and scope and may include corsetry, tailoring, and period patterning. TA 366 and TA 367 represent advanced courses in costume construction. These courses are offered periodically as the need arises. Prerequisite(s): TA 268 .
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 367 - Costume Construction V
4 credits
Continues the development of skills acquired in costume construction. Projects expand in complexity and scope and may include corsetry, tailoring, and period patterning. TA 366 and TA 367 represent advanced courses in costume construction. These courses are offered periodically as the need arises. Prerequisite(s): TA 366 .
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 368 - Corset Making
4 credits
Continues the exploration of theatre costume construction through a strong foundation in pattern drafting and construction techniques. The objective is to translate costume sketches into mockups and fitted, finished garments. Students will learn how to draft a corset pattern and how to cut, fit and build that garment, using various construction methods. Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 371 - Playwriting
4 credits
Employs a variety of creative exercises to stimulate the creation of a one-act play based on the model of traditional Western dramatic structure.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 381 - Acting IV: American Drama
4 credits
Covers acting technique and theory for the advanced actor. Emphasizes detailed character development, relationships, and naturalistic acting. Focuses on American Drama, as found in works by authors such as Hellman, Inge, Miller, Odets, and Williams. Prerequisite(s): TA 283 and instructor consent. Restricted to majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 248.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 382 - Acting V: Shakespeare
4 credits
Covers acting theory and technique for the advanced actor. Offers an intensive study of skills required when acting in Shakespeare’s plays in both classical and contemporary styles. Emphasizes scansion, verse, text interpretation, and character development through improvisation and structured scenes and monologues. Prerequisite(s): TA 381 and instructor consent. Restricted to Theatre majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 348.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 383 - Acting VI: Contemporary Performance
4 credits
Covers acting theory and technique for the advanced actor. Emphasizes naturalistic acting. Focuses on contemporary theatre as well as screenplay and television material. Prerequisite(s): TA 382 and instructor consent. Restricted toTheatre BFA majors.
Graded (A-F) only
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TA 399 - Special Studies
1 to 18 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 400A - Theatre Capstone Workshop
1 credit
Helps students develop an effective and limited topic for their capstone project. Students will narrow their capstone topic, complete a literature review and develop a schedule for completing their capstone paper. Prerequisite(s): Restricted to Theatre Arts BA/BS majors with senior standing.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 400B - Capstone Experience
1 credit
Based on their proposal prepared in TA 400A, students will complete their capstone experience project under the supervision of their capstone advisor. Prerequisite(s): Restricted to Theatre Arts BA/BS majors with senior standing.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 401 - Research
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 403 - Thesis
1 to 9 credits
Involves the preparation and presentation of a theatrical production or appropriate theatre project. BFA candidates only. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Departmental consent. Junior standing or above.
Graded Pass/No Pass only
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TA 405 - Reading and Conference
1 to 9 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 407 - Seminar
1 to 9 credits
Involves acting, business management, directing, design, or production experience with an established repertory, regional, stock, or summer theatre. Must be accepted by the company. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent. Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 408 - Workshop
1 to 4 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 409 - Practicum/Teaching Assistant
1 to 15 credits
For students enrolled as teaching assistants to the instructor. The student participating as a teaching assistant reinforces and broadens his/her fundamental precepts of the discipline. Work includes extensive record keeping, copying, and preparation of the classroom space. Assistant helps to answer logistical questions. In addition, assistant may be responsible for coaching, editing, and reviewing work done by participants of the class. Assistant must have previous experience in the discipline for which he/she is assisting. Instructor consent required. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 422 - Auditioning II
4 credits
Explores career development opportunities beyond an educational environment. Includes intensive study of the business of acting in major markets and regional theatre as well as topics such as representation, guilds, unions, and professional expectations. Prerequisite(s): TA 421 and instructor consent. Restricted to majors.
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: TA 351.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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TA 424 - Film Acting
4 credits
An advanced acting class that bridges the gap between stage and film performance techniques. Explores classic and current trends in film acting. Includes exercises and projects in film and camera technique based on traditional, contemporary scene, and monologue work. Prerequisite(s): TA 246 or TA 281 , junior standing and instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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