Theatre Arts (TH)
TH 1013.0 UNITS
Introduction to the Theatre
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
This broad survey of the entire theatre field focuses on modern theatre practice and theory. Some historical background is provided. Topics include stage lighting and design, acting and directing, properties and costume, theatre architecture, make-up, career opportunities, and playwriting.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 111
TH 1023.0 UNITS
History of the Classical Theatre
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
This course is designed to introduce the student to the history and literature of the theatre from ancient times to the English Restoration. The role of theatre in human affairs will be explored, and particular attention will be given to the way theatre shapes-and is shaped by-the cultural, intellectual, and political forces of its time.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 113
TH 1033.0 UNITS
History of the Modern Theatre
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
This course is designed to introduce the student to the history and literature of the theatre from French Classicism to the 20th Century. The role of theatre in human affairs will be explored, and particular attention will be given to the way theatre shapes--and is shaped by—the cultural, intellectual, and political forces of its time.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 1043.0 UNITS
History and Appreciation of Musical Theatre
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
This course introduces the student to the history and literature of the musical theatre from mid-19th century to present day. The course will explore the stylistic distinctions found in the musical as well as its social and cultural significance. Emphasis is placed on the contributions and influence of the individual writer, composer, or lyricist.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 1053.0 UNITS
Introduction to Musical Theatre Techniques
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 72 Laboratory
This course introduces the student to performance and audition techniques for musical theatre. Emphasis is placed on character development through scene study and song analysis, as well as vocal production and psychomotor awareness exercises.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 106A3.0 UNITS
Entertainment Technology Fundamentals
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
This course introduces the study and execution of technical theater principles. Topics include theater design and technical practices. The course introduces students to the methods and techniques of lighting, sound, staging, set design, scenery, construction, props, costumes, and makeup. Students will learn the technical components of theatrical, presentation, and performance productions. Topics such as trade publications, relevant conventions, and employment opportunities are also discussed.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 1073.0 UNITS
Actors Studio
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 72 Laboratory
This course is a performance laboratory. Students will rehearse plays and/or projects, which they will perform for invited audiences. Emphasis will be upon developing acting skills, keeping production elements to a minimum.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 1083.5 UNITS
Improvisation for the Theatre
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
In this course, students will learn how to act without a script. The focus will be on improvisational performance, but students will also learn how improvisation is used in actor training and as a tool for rehearsing traditional plays. Class members will participate in exercises designed to free their natural ability in all acting situations.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 1092.0 UNITS
Remounting A Production
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture / 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture / 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: TH
Students in this course will remount a major theatrical production. This particular course is for those cast in a show previously produced.
Transfer Credit CSU
TH 1103.5 UNITS
Fundamentals of Acting
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
This course is an introduction to acting methods and exercises. It is appropriate for the beginner, but it also lays a strong foundation for students who would like to pursue a career in acting. Students will perform regularly on stage, and will learn to analyze scenes and monologues.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 151
TH 1113.5 UNITS
Intermediate Acting to Characterization
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
Prerequisite: TH 110 or equivalent with a grade of Credit or "C" or higher.
This is an advanced course in acting methods and practices, with particular focus upon creating exciting, believable characters. Students will learn to find elements from their own lives to use in characterization, and then to explore cultures and walks of life other than their own.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 152
TH 1123.0 UNITS
Script Analysis
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
Principles, theories and techniques of play script analysis for theatrical production. Students will study and analyze selected contemporary one act and full-length plays of various styles, in order to understand more fully the solutions of successful playwrights to problems of dramatic structure, character creation, plot development, dialogue and theatrical style.
Transfer Credit: CSU
C-ID: THTR 114
TH 1142.0 UNITS
Voice for Acting
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
This course presents vocal techniques to free and develop the actor's voice. It includes exercises in relaxation, physical awareness, and proper breathing, as well as in the development of diction, range and projection as required for theatrical performance.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 1153.0 UNITS
Stage Movement and Combat
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
This is an introduction to basic stage movement and combat for the actor. Emphasis will be placed on physical and spatial awareness, using movement creatively in characterization, and developing confidence in the physical self. Various stage combat techniques will be covered so that students can fully choreograph their own stage fights.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 1203.0 UNITS
Theatre Stagecraft
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
This course introduces the student to the principles and basic techniques of theatrical scenery construction. The class will be involved in scene shop procedures and practices, safe tool usage, materials selection, and fabrication methods.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 171
TH 1233.0 UNITS
Stage Make-Up
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
This course provides instruction in techniques of theatrical make-up. Crew assignments in college productions are required.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 123A3.0 UNITS
Advanced Stage Makeup
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
Prerequisite: TH 123 or equivalent with a grade of Credit/Pass or "C" or higher.
This course provides instruction in techniques of theatrical makeup with a emphasis on three-dimensional special effects makeup. A crew assignment on a college production is required.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 1263.0 UNITS
Wigs and Hair for Theatre
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
This course provides instruction in basic hair and wig styling and basic wig-making techniques for the theatre. Crew assignment in college production are required.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 126A3.0 UNITS
Wigs and Hair for Theatre I
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
This course provides basic instruction for the styling, care, and maintenance of hard and soft front wigs. Instruction on preparing the actor's hair to wear wigs is included. Hairstyling emphasis is on Twentieth Century hairstyles. Hair ventilating techniques used in wig making is also covered.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 126B3.0 UNITS
Wigs and Hair for Theatre II
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
Prerequisite: TH 126A or equivalent with a grade of Pass or "C" or higher.
This course provides instruction in advanced hair and wig styling, hair punching, and wig making for the theater. Hairstyling emphasis is on fantasy and large, historical, pre-Twentieth Century hairstyles that require cage and foan foundations. Instruction on ventilating wig fronts is included.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 1301.0 UNITS
Rehearsal and Performance for the Minor Role
Class Hours: 0.5 Lecture / 2.5 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 9 Lecture / 45 Laboratory
Prerequisite: By audition.
Students in this course will rehearse and perform a major theatrical production. Students should contact the Theatre Department for a schedule of audition dates. This particular course is for those cast in "minor" roles.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 191
TH 1312.0 UNITS
Rehearsal and Performance for the Supporting Role
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture / 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture / 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: By audition.
Students in this course will rehearse and perform a major theatrical production. Students should contact the Theatre Department for a schedule of audition dates. This particular course is for those cast in "supporting" roles. The course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 191
TH 1323.0 UNITS
Rehearsal and Performance for the Leading Roles
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture / 7.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture / 126 Laboratory
Prerequisite: By audition.
Students in this course will rehearse and perform a major theatrical production. Students should contact the Theatre Department for a schedule of audition dates. This particular course is for those cast in "major" roles. The course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 191
TH 1331.0 UNITS
Stage Crew Activity
Class Hours: 0.5 Lecture / 2.5 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 9 Lecture / 45 Laboratory
This course introduces the student to backstage crew skills and duties in connection with the mounting of college plays. The student will be assigned to such running or preparation crews as scenery, lighting, costumes, sound, props, makeup, wigs and hair, or house management. This course may be taken a maximum of 2 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 192
TH 1342.0 UNITS
Technical Production
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture / 5.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture / 90 Laboratory
This course introduces the student to technical theatre work in connection with the mounting of college plays. Emphasis is on the design and preparation of scenery, lighting, costume, sound, props, makeup, and wigs and hair. Students may also be assigned to a running crew for some of their lab hours. This course may be taken a maximum of 2 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 192
TH 1362.0 UNITS
Touring Theatre Production for Supporting Roles
Class Hours: 1.5 Lecture / 1.5 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 27 Lecture / 27 Laboratory
Prerequisite: By audition.
In this course students in supporting roles prepare one-acts plays, “story theatre” programs, or improvisational performances, which are taken on tour and performed for the community. This course may be taken a maximum of 2 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 1372.0 UNITS
Touring Theatre Production for leading Roles
Class Hours: 1.5 Lecture / 2.5 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 27 Lecture / 45 Laboratory
Prerequisite: By audition.
In this course students in leading roles prepare one-acts plays, “story theatre” programs, or improvisational performances, which are taken on tour and performed for community organizations and schools.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 1442.0 UNITS
Dance for Musical Theatre
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
This course is an introduction to musical theatre dance styles, techniques, and repertory. Emphasis is on mastering the fundamental skills and styles basic to musical theatre dance techniques and performance.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
TH 1451.0 UNITS
Costume Production for Dance
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
This course introduces the student to the fabrication of costume elements including patterning, machine sewing, hand sewing, dyeing, and decoration for dance. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 1462.0 UNITS
Musical Theatre Production for Chorus
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
Prerequisite: By audition.
This course involves participation in a major Theatre Department musical production as a member of the chorus. Activities may include singing, dancing, acting and/or playing a musical instrument. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 1473.0 UNITS
Musical Theatre Production for Leading Roles
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture / 7.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture / 126 Laboratory
Prerequisite: By audition.
This course involves participation in a major Theatre Department musical production in a leading role. Activities will include singing, dancing, acting, and/or playing musical instrument. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 1503.0 UNITS
Appreciation and History of the Motion Picture
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
This course examines the art of motion pictures and their impact upon society. It includes the viewing and critical analysis of feature films in various thematic categories.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 2123.5 UNITS
Scene Study
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
Prerequisite: TH 110 or equivalent with a grade of Credit or "C" or higher.
This is an intensive acting course focusing on the study and performance of challenging scenes from Chekhov, Ibsen, Strindberg, Shaw, and Feydeau, as well as from Beckett, Pinter, Ionesco, Albee, and Mamet. Students will explore multiple objectives, acting between the lines, and techniques for absurdist plays and farce.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 2163.0 UNITS
Acting for the Camera
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: TH 110 or equivalent with a grade of Credit or "C" or higher.
This course is designed for the experienced acting student to adapt stage acting techniques for the motion picture and television camera. Emphasis will be placed on gaining an understanding of camera shots, angles, the shooting process, auditioning and actor behavior in front of the camera. This course may be taken a maximum of 2 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 2213.0 UNITS
Costuming for the Stage
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
This course introduces the student to the principles and methods of costume crafts for stage purposes. Although design and construction are accentuated, the approach to costuming for the stage is underscored by a historical perspective.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 174
TH 221A3.0 UNITS
Advanced Costuming for the Stage
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
Prerequisite: TH 221 or equivalent with a grade of Credit/Pass or "C" or higher.
This course provides instruction to the student who has become proficient with basic costume construction practices and techniques. In this course, the focus is on pattern drafting, cutting, fitting, construction, and decoration of costumes. The design and construction of costumes is underscored by a historical perspective. Wardrobe crew chief or a design assignment on a college production is required.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
TH 2223.0 UNITS
Stage Lighting
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
This course introduces the student to the theory and practice of modern stage lighting. Emphasis is placed on the design and function of lighting equipment and control systems, as well as color theory, the historical perspective, and hands-on experience.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: THTR 173
TH 2233.0 UNITS
Portable Entertainment Technology - Lighting
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
This course introduces the student to the principles and basic techniques of portable event staging. The class will cover procedures and practices involved in the general practices and lighting of entertainment events.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 2243.0 UNITS
Portable Entertainment Technology - Audio and Staging
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
This course introduces the student to the principles and basic techniques of portable event staging. The class will cover procedures and practices involved in the staging and audio of entertainment events.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 2252.0 UNITS
Portable Event Production
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture / 5.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture / 90 Laboratory
This course requires the student to set up and run a live event using the skills acquired in the Portable Event Production classes. Students will work in the areas of staging, lighting, and audio on multiple live entertainment events that are open to the public.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 2262.0 UNITS
Introduction to Scenic Design
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
This course introduces the student to the basic principles and techniques of scenic design for the theatre. The class will be involved in the conceptualization, analysis, and actual exploration of the design process. Emphasis will be placed on the development of the individual's design capabilities and knowledge of contemporary design approaches.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
TH 2981.0 UNITS
Directed Studies
A course to provide opportunity for individual research and field projects under the direction of a faculty member in a given department. With the guidance of the faculty member, students prepare and carry out a written learning agreement describing the purposes and outcomes of the project. Students should expect to meet with the supervising faculty member one to two hours each week for conferences. Credit is based upon the number of hours in the semester expected to complete the project (1 unit for 54 hours). This course may be taken a maximum of 2 times. For selected disciplines, UC transfer credit may be possible after admission to a UC campus, pending review of appropriate course materials by UC staff. See a counselor for an explanation.
Transfer Credit: CSU
TH 2992.0 UNITS
Directed Studies
A course to provide opportunity for individual research and field projects under the direction of a faculty member in a given department. With the guidance of the faculty member, students prepare and carry out a written learning agreement describing the purposes and outcomes of the project. Students should expect the meet with the supervising faculty member one to two hours each week for conferences. Credit is based upon the number of hours in the semester expected to complete the project (2 units for 108 hours). This course may be taken a maximum of 2 times. For selected disciplines, UC transfer credit may be possible after admission to a UC campus, pending review of appropriate course materials by UC staff. See a counselor for an explanation.
Transfer Credit: CSU