TA100 Script Analysis 3 credits
An investigation of various methods of analyzing scripts for potential production by the potential director/designer/actor. Students apply methods to a variety of plays. This course serves as the foundation for major courses in theatre.
TA101 Oral Communication 3 credits
This course prepares students to make effective informative and persuasive presentations incorporating audio-visual enhancements; to participate effectively in small group discussions; and to utilize active listening techniques. The responsibilities of both the speaker and the listener are stressed. Practical experience in preparation, delivery/participation, and evaluation are provided.
TA111-114 Theatre Production 1 credit
An experiential course open to all students interested in a guided study of various theatrical arts in the context of a production atmosphere. Requirements of the course include a weekly three-hour lab, as well as the opportunity to perform a practical assignment on one production. For the theatre major, two credits at this level are required, but up to three may be taken. The course cannot be taken at the same time as Theatre Crafts or during the London semester. Graded pass/no credit.
TA155 Introduction to Acting 3 credits
The basic tasks of the actor are considered in three distinct units: voice and movement; creativity and imagination; and, character and scene development. The course serves as an introduction to theatrical performance, and provides a knowledge and appreciation of theatre as a process of fostering creative expression.
TA160 Theatre Appreciation 3 credits
An introductory study of the drama and theatre of the past and present, the course is designed for the student who has no previous background in theatre. The course is directed toward a greater appreciation and understanding of the theatre in our culture. (Not open to majors).
TA180 Theatre Crafts 3 credits
An introductory study and practice of basic techniques commonly used in theatre production. The course focuses on simultaneous development of crafts found in both the scenery and costume. A materials fee is required.
TA221 History of Theatre I: Origins through the Renaissance 3 credits
This course presents the historical development of theatre as a cultural institution from its earliest origins through the Renaissance. The practice and theory of theatre is examined in relationship to social, cultural, political, artistic, philosophic, and religious movements. Among the topics covered are Ancient Greece and Rome, the Medieval theatre, Shakespeare and the Spanish Siglo de Oro.
TA240 Directing I 3 credits
This course considers the elemental concerns for the director including movement, composition, and a review of script analysis techniques. Students practice techniques and possibilities in short classroom scenes and through guided practice in directing scenes to be presented for an audience. Prerequisites: TA100, TA180.
TA242–49 Special Topics in Theatre 1–3 credits
Courses dealing with specialized topics, including those relevant to the actor, director, designers, or other theatre practitioners. Topics may include: make-up, stage management, sound design and playwriting. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
TA257 Singing for the Stage 3 credits
This course is designed to integrate theatre and music. With an “on your feet” approach, students explore the relationship between acting and singing through structural analysis of the songs and lyrics, character development, and performance techniques. This course allows the development of the singing voice as an extension of speech as well as to physicalize the text. Audition techniques are explored. Prerequisites: TA100 and TA155, or consent of the instructor.
TA260 Voice and Movement for the Actor 3 credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to various techniques in vocal production and movement for the stage. Emphasis is placed on freeing the natural voice and exploring movement to release physical tension flexibility and versatility. Throughout the course students explore voice and movement as they are connected with psychological and emotional impulses. On occasion this course could include dialects and/or stage combat. Prerequisites: TA100 and TA155.
TA270 Scene Design 3 credits
This course explores the essential crafts of the theatrical set designer. In a hands-on approach, students practice traditional sketching, painting, drafting, model-making and practical scenery construction methods. Study concentrates on process-orientated activity—developing one’s personal vision and interpretive skills through script analysis, research techniques, spatial and production considerations and communication of ideas. Prerequisites: TA100 and TA180.
TA275 Lighting Design 3 credits
This course explores the essential crafts of the theatrical lighting designer. In a hands-on approach, students practice drafting, hanging, circuiting, focusing, and cuing for lights. Study concentrates on the process: developing one’s personal vision and interpretive skills through script analysis, research techniques, basic theory, production considerations and communication of ideas. Prerequisites: TA100 and TA180.
TA280 Costume Design 3 credits
This course focuses on the history of clothing for the stage. Particular emphasis is placed on the costume design process from script to rendering, conceptual thought and communication, and techniques in the planning and building of a show. Prerequisites: TA100 and TA180.
TA301 Theatre in London 3 credits
This course is offered during the London semester and is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of British theatre. The class attends at least eight performances throughout the semester, each one relating to some aspect of British theatre.
TA302 Modern Movies 3 credits
An introductory study of important contemporary films for students who wish to learn how to understand and evaluate popular cinema. Students are introduced to the history of film-making as well as basic film techniques. Movies are screened, discussed and evaluated in terms of content, style and intent. Students have the opportunity to react and formulate their own aesthetic preferences through a series of written and oral responses to the films seen.
TA311-314 Theatre Production 1 credit
An experiential course open to all students interested in a guided study of various theatrical arts in the context of a production atmosphere. Requirements of the course include a weekly three-hour lab, as well as the opportunity to perform a practical assignment on one production. For the theatre major, two credits at this level are required, but up to three may be taken. The course cannot be taken at the same time as Theatre Crafts or during the London semester. Graded pass/no credit.
TA321 History of Theatre II: Enlightenment to Romanticism 3 credits
This course presents the historical development of theatre as a cultural institution from the Enlightenment through Romanticism. The practice and theory of theatre is examined in relationship to social, cultural, political, artistic, philosophic, and religious movements. Among the topics covered are Baroque, Neo-Classicism, the development of theatre spaces, Restoration and Eighteenth-century drama, ballad operas, Actor/Managers, Sturm und Drang, German Opera as the epitome of Romantic Theatre, and the emergence of theatre in the United States.
TA325 Career Development 1 credit
This course helps students develop documents and materials relative to auditioning and interviewing for theatre related employment. Topics include resumes, head shots, monologues/songs, cold readings, design/tech portfolios, cover letters, call boards, graduate school/additional training, audition/interview protocol, talent and casting agencies, film-TV-industrials, unions and organizations, living in a large city, income tax tips filing, and more. Guest speakers will be invited.
TA330 Dublin Theatre Workshop 1 credit
This two-week course is typically offered as an extension of the London semester. The two-week workshop at the Gaiety School of Acting is intended to give students an intensive experience in the acting technical or administrative areas of theatre production within the professional area. Participants study Irish theatre literature and hone their skills. Attending performances and visiting significant cultural sites also includes a weekend in Galway. An additional fee is required.
TA336 Regional Theatre Tour 1 credit
Students attend one or more plays at the Guthrie or other professional Twin Cities theatres, or theatres in the LaCrosse and Rochester areas. Discussions are held following the plays. An additional fee is required.
TA340 Directing II 3 credits
Consideration of more complex directorial problems, including coaching actors, and achievement of style and unity. Directing of classroom scenes is required as well as the directing of a one-act play to be performed for an audience. Prerequisite: TA240 and consent of instructor.
TA342-49 Special Topics in Theatre 1-3 credits
Courses dealing with specialized topics, including those relevant to the actor, director, designers, or other theatre practitioners. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
TA350 Playwriting 3 credits
This course consists of building blocks for those interested in pursuing playwriting. Techniques for exploring character development, conflict, dialogue, and dramatic action will be explored through specific writing assignments. The culminating work will be a one-act play written by the students.
TA355 Advanced Acting 3 credits
The course focuses on the acting styles of some of the following periods: Greek, Medieval, Elizabethan, Neo-classic, Restoration, and Victorian. The class focuses on more intense monologue and scene study as well as character analysis. Prerequisite: TA100, TA155, TA260, and junior or senior status.
TA358 Acting: The British Approach 3 credits
The course is taught during the London semester. It examines the British approach to scene work and the rehearsal process. Time is spent in working with the Standard British RP dialect. Students work with scenes written by British playwrights such as Shakespeare, Noel Coward, Tom Stoppard, and Harold Pinter. Recommended: TA260. Prerequisites: TA100 and TA155.
TA359 The Development of the American Musical 3 credits
This course is designed to provide a study of the history and repertoire of music in the theatre from its early forms of operetta, burlesque, vaudeville and revue to the integrated and spectacle musicals of today. This course focuses on the process of the writers, directors, performers and producers of musical theatre and through discussions of the production elements provide insight into what makes the musical form unique. Students have the opportunity to formulate their own aesthetic in regards to musical theater. Prerequisites: TA100 and TA221.
TA360 London Theatre: Page to the Stage 3 credits
This course explores the transfer of dramatic literature from the page to the stage. Prior to attending a London production, students analyze and interpret a given text and discuss its possible production requirements. After viewing the production students assess it based on their pre-production analysis and interpretation.
TA400–405 Independent Studies in Theatre 1–3 credits
The opportunity for guided investigation into theatre research or production. Students may pursue a broad scope of possibilities such as acting, directing, design, theatre administration. Production projects are be incorporated into departmental activities when possible. Consent of department required.
TA423 History of Theatre III: Realism and Naturalism to the Present 3 credits
This course presents the historical development of theatre as a cultural institution from Realism and Naturalism to the present with an emphasis on international theatre. The practice and theory of theatre is examined in relationship to social, cultural, political, artistic, philosophic, and religious movements. Among the topics covered are Ibsen and Chekhov, Stanislavsky, Absurdist theatre, Bertolt Brecht, Samuel Beckett, the emergence of Broadway, and acting for the contemporary theatre.
TA450 Arts Administration: Theory and Practice 3 credits
This course is designed to introduce students to the field of arts administration as it applies to the performing arts, visual arts, and arts services organizations. Arts explored include management models, marketing, development, finances and facilities management and planning. Students apply knowledge in these areas to an arts organization which they create in class. The course culminates with the students presenting their projects in executive session. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
TA475 Dramatic Theory and Research 3 credits
The course covers the major concepts of modern and post-modern dramatic and performance theory. The course culminates with a theoretically informed and faculty mentored research project in modern theatre studies. Intended for senior theatre majors; other students may apply to the course instructor for permission to enroll.
TA476–489 Seminars in Theatre 3 credits
Topics will vary in these in-depth studies of particular aspects of theatre or of theatre artists. Required: junior or seniors status or consent of the instructor.
TA496/497 Internship in Theatre 1–17 credits
Internships are available to qualified students in theatre at cooperating professional and educational institutions. Prerequisite: consent of chair.
TA499 Graduation Project 1–3 credits
Theatre majors may complete a graduation project, which may be of either a creative or a research nature. The topic must be approved by the department faculty before the project is undertaken. In every case, there must be a written component which describes and evaluates the process. Normally, the paper is presented to the department staff for a formal oral evaluation. Prerequisite: consent of chair.
DA110 A Tap I 2 credits
DA110 B Tap I 0 credit
This course introduces a dance style not only seen but heard as the rhythmic structure unfolds. It is designed to explore the rudiments of tap dance techniques as an entertaining form of dance. No dance experience is required.
DA120 A Jazz I 2 credits
DA120 B Jazz I 0 credit
This Introduction to the stylization of jazz dance emphasizes the basic technical work of isolations and an overview of the development of jazz dance from its origin.
DA130 A Modern I 2 credits
DA130 B Modern I 0 credit
An introductory course in modern dance technique. Students will learn a blend of techniques including fall and recovery and contraction and release.
DA140 A Ballet I 2 credits
DA140 B Ballet I 0 credit
This is a beginning course offering the basic theory and practice of Classical ballet and ballet terminology, emphasizing the use of placement.
DA161 A Irish Ceili Book I 1 credit
DA161 B Irish Ceili Book I 0 credit
This course introduces students to ceili dances which form part of the Irish dance tradition. Ceili dances are social, group dances intended for general participation. No dance experience is necessary to become involved. A few basic dance steps are learned which become the foundation for numerous group dances. The ceili dances found in Part 1 of Ar Rinci Foirne will be covered.
DA162 A Irish Ceili Book II 1 credit
DA162 B Irish Ceili Book II 0 credit
This course introduces students to ceili dances which form part of the Irish dance tradition. Ceili dances are social, group dances intended for general participation. No dance experience is necessary to become involved. A few basic dance steps are learned which become the foundation for numerous group dances. The ceili dances found in Part 2 of Ar Rinci Foirne will be covered.
DA163 A Irish Ceili Book III 1 credit
DA163 B Irish Ceili Book III 0 credit
This course introduces students to ceili dances which form part of the Irish dance tradition. Ceili dances are social, group dances intended for general participation. No dance experience is necessary to become involved. A few basic dance steps are learned which become the foundation for numerous group dances. The ceili dances found in Part 3 of Ar Rinci Foirne will be covered.
DA210 A Tap II 2 credits
DA210 B Tap II 0 credit
This course continues to build students’ knowledge of tap terminology and offers an intermediate level of tap technique. Prerequisite DA110 and/or consent of instructor.
DA230 A Modern II 2 credits
DA230 B Modern II 0 credit
This course continues to build the students’ modern dance technique. Students will be introduced to the principles of improvisation.
Prerequisite DA130 and/or consent of instructor.
DA220 A Jazz II 2 credits
DA220 B Jazz II 0 credit
This course continues to work towards building the vocabulary of jazz technique, isolations, and extended rhythmical phrasing. Prerequisite DA120 and/or consent of instructor.
DA240 A Ballet II 2 credits
DA240 B Ballet II 0 credit
This course builds the beginning ballet vocabulary, furthering the acquisition of placement and technique, ballet terminology, and ballet as an art form.
Prerequisite DA140 and/or consent of instructor.
DA261 A Irish Traditional Sets and Music 1 credit
DA261 B Irish Traditional Sets and Music 0 credit
This course covers the seven traditional set dances in the Irish dance canon: St. Patrick’s Day, Garden of Daisies, The Blackbird, Job of Journeywork, King of the Fairies, Three Sea Captains, Jockey to the Fair. The course is intended for experienced Irish dancers who intend to pursue preparation for the T.C.R.G. exam. In addition to the actual dances, set dance music will be studied as well. The music from approximately eight other set pieces will be studied along with the seven traditional sets.
DA262 A Irish Solo Sets and Music 1 credit
DA262 B Irish Solo Sets and Music 0 credit
This course covers a variety of solo set dances in the Irish dance canon which are not considered traditional sets. The course is intended for experienced Irish dancers who intend to pursue preparation for the T.C.R.G. exam. In addition to the actual dances, set dance music will be studied as well. The music from approximately fifteen set pieces will be studied along with six set dances.
DA270 A Musical Theatre Dance 1 credit
DA270 B Musical Theatre Dance 0 credit
This course is designed to enhance students’ understanding of and ability to perform dances of the modern American musical stage. Students will learn techniques and styles of contemporary dance as it is specifically applied to the musical theater stage, emphasizing theater dance styles from the 1920s to the present. This will also encompass the investigation of the styles of major musical theater choreographers and performers noteworthy for their musical theatre dance innovations.
Prerequisite: DA110, DA120, DA130, or DA140 and/or consent of instructor.
DA280 Anatomy and Kinesiology for the Performing Artist 3 credits
This course will explore the human body and how it functions in relation to the performer’s body. Students will learn through readings, lectures, class discussions, and in-class projects. There will be a special focus on the muscular and skeletal systems, prevention and care of injuries, and conditioning.
DA310 Tap III 2 credits
This course offers an intermediate level of tap dance technique. Students will be introduced to syncopation and
performance styles and continue to build a strong tap dance vocabulary. Prerequisite DA210 and/or consent of
instructor.
Prerequisite DA210 and/or consent of instructor.
DA320 Jazz III 2 credits
This course offers an intermediate level of jazz dance technique. Students will be introduced to rhythmical phrasing and continue to build a strong jazz dance vocabulary.
Prerequisite DA220 and/or consent of instructor.
DA330 Modern III 2 credits
This course provides an intermediate level of modern dance technique and vocabulary furthering the exploration of improvisation. Prerequisite DA230 and/or consent of instructor.
DA340 Ballet III 2 credits
An Intermediate level of classical ballet, concentrating on extended vocabulary and the advancement of technique.
Prerequisite DA240 and/or consent of instructor.
DA361 Irish Dance Pedagogy and Practicum I 1 credit
This course prepares students and gives them the necessary tools for teaching Irish dance. Students will be taught techniques for establishing an effective class environment as well effective teaching techniques. Additionally, the appropriate progression for introducing various dances will be covered. Students will be actively engaged in student teaching.
DA362 Irish Dance Pedagogy and Practicum II 1 credit
This course prepares students and gives them the necessary tools for teaching Irish dance. Students will be taught techniques for establishing an effective class environment as well effective teaching techniques. Additionally, the appropriate progression for introducing various dances will be covered. Students will be actively engaged in student teaching.
DA370 Dance Composition 2 credits
This course will explore basic choreographic methods. There will be an emphasis placed on improvisation as a vehicle to creating movement phrases. Students will also learn through readings, lectures, class discussions, and in-class projects.
Prerequisite: Level II or higher dance technique class and/or consent of instructor.
DA380 Dance History 3 credits
This course will provide an in-depth survey of the history of concert dance forms, including ballet, modern dance, jazz dance, and tap dance. Discussion, assignments, and text will also provide background concerning the influences of social and world dance on these ever changing dance forms. A requirement for this course includes writing a research paper.
Prerequisite: E120 English Composition
DA410 Tap IV 2 credits
This course provides an advanced level of rhythm tap with a strong concentration on technique, syncopation and performance styles, including the exploration of improvisation and choreography. Prerequisite DA310 and/or consent of instructor.
DA420 Jazz IV 2 credits
An advanced level of jazz dance providing the continuation of strong technique as well as developing artistry and performance qualities through the exploration of choreography. Prerequisite DA320 and/or consent of instructor.
DA430 Modern IV 2 credits
This course provides an advanced level of modern dance technique with a strong concentration on improvisation, choreography and artistry. Prerequisite DA330 and/or consent of instructor.
DA440 Ballet IV 2 credits
A fast intermediate level of classical ballet, providing the continuation of placement and technique. Prerequisite DA340 and/or consent of instructor.
DA450 Ballet V 3 credits
An advanced level of classical ballet, providing the continuation of placement and technique, while focusing on artistry. This course includes the opportunity to study pointe technique. Prerequisite DA440 and/or consent of instructor.
DA470 Dance Pedagogy and Practicum 3 credits
This course is designed to prepare the dancer for teaching jobs outside of school. Students will understand the appropriate progression of dance levels, criteria for promotion and how to design a balanced class within this progression. Students will be introduced to the various professional associations for teachers of dance and exposed to literature on the teaching of dance.
DA499 Graduation Project 1-3 credits
This course will allow students to apply compositional concepts, principles of choreographic structure, critical thinking and coordination skills in the development of a final dance project. This a capstone course for Dance minors only.
PE165 Nutrition 0 credit
Nutrition is important for everyday lifestyles and is designed to provide a broad coverage of nutrition principles to sport and exercise. The main components of this course will provide information on proper diets for active lifestyles, making healthy food choices, and fueling the body for physical activity and exercise performance. Topics to be discussed include: balanced diets, sports nutrition, timing of meals, healthy weight loss/gain, electrolyte balance, ergogenic aids, fad diets, and disordered eating.
TA260 Voice and Movement 3 credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to various techniques in vocal production and movement for the stage. Emphasis is placed on freeing the natural voice and exploring movement to release physical tension flexibility and versatility. Throughout the course students explore voice and movement as they are connected with psychological and emotional impulses. On occasion this course could include dialects and/or stage combat.
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