Teaches the basics of the theatre business to include resume and portfolio preparation, personal record keeping and career paths. F

Provides practice in one of the many theatre skills through participation in university productions. Open to all students. Course not designed to accompany any other course. May be repeated for a maximum of three hours credit. F, Sp, Su

Teaches the basic skills required to function in a production company: Production Organization, Scene Shop Skills, Property Operations, Electrical Operations, Scene Painting, Sound Operations, Costume Shop Operations, Wardrobe Operations, and Make-up Operations. F

Teaches fundamentals of design theory, stage movement and dramatic theory to include genres and styles. Sp

Seeks to improve appreciation and understanding of theatre art to include playwriting, acting, directing, designing (scenery, lighting, costumes and make-up) and managing. The course gives emphasis to critical observation and thinking skills. F, Sp

LCCN: CTHE 1013

Teaches basic skills of make-up design and application for straight and character roles in theatre, television and film. Selected special applications are taught. Laboratory hours on TheatreWorks. ULM productions and student make-up kit are required. F, Sp

Teaches the basic skills of memorization, relaxation, concentration, physicalization, vocal control and script interpretation through exercises and scene study.

Content Varies. A. Drama: Play, performances, and perception. No more than 12 semester hours may be applied toward degree requirements.

Teaches principles and techniques for the building, rigging and shifting of scenery through study, exercises and application. Laboratory hours on TheatreWorks.ULM productions required.

Teaches theory, design and practice of lighting for theater, television and film. Laboratory hours on Theatre Works.ULM productions required.

Provides practice in the application of technical or performance skills in the execution of a major role or position of significant responsibility in TheatreWorks.ULM productions. Prerequisites: Permission of the Director of the Theater. Not designed to accompany any other course. May be repeated for up to three hours credit. F, Sp, Su

Teaches the writing of short plays through theory, example and practice.

Teaches intermediate skills in specialized areas such as auditioning, performance of musical theater and period styles. Topic and credit varies with the subject matter. Prerequisite: THEA 221 or permission of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits.

Teaches application of art fundamentals and historical research to the design of scenery for theatre, television and film through projects in drawing, rendering and model building. Laboratory hours on TheatreWorks.ULM productions required. Prerequisite: THEA 3001 and 3003 or permission of the instructor.

Teaches pattern drawing, costume alteration and sewing for theatre, television and film through application projects. Laboratory hours on TheatreWorks.ULM productions required.

Teaches application of art fundamentals and historical research to the creation of costumes for theatre, television and film through drawing and rendering projects. Laboratory hours on TheatreWorks.ULM productions required. Prerequisite: THEA 3060 or permission of instructor.

A continuation of work started in Theatre 3001 with increased emphasis in technical drawing, painting, welding, and working with new products. The student is required to assist production crews with theatre, television and film productions during the semester. Prerequisites: 3001 or Consent of Instructor.

A study of equipment, principles, and techniques of modern stage lighting and design. Practical application on University productions. Prerequisites: 3003 or Consent of Instructor.

A study of the developments in Western dramatic theory and criticism from the ancient Greeks to the postmodern period. (Formerly Evolution of Dramatic Theory.)

A study of the developments in Western dramatic theory, literature, and criticism from the ancient Greeks to the present.

Studies the history of theatre art and dramatic literature from primitive beginnings to the year 1700. Emphasis is placed on historical research in support of design and directing concept development. Prerequisite: HIST 1011, 1012 or consent of instructor.

Studies the history of theatre art and dramatic literature from 1700 to the present day. Emphasis is placed on historical research in preparation of seminar presentations and research papers. Prerequisite: HIST 1011, 1012 or consent of instructor.

Teaches the selection, direction of plays for child audiences.

Teaches advanced skills in specialized areas such as the performance of Shakespearian drama. Topic and credit varies with the subject matter. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. Prerequisites: THEA 2021 and 3021 or permission of the instructor.

Teaches the use of imaginative and creative activities for instruction in college, secondary and elementary school programs.

This course focuses on applying stage acting techniques to recorded visual media in addition to introducing acting approaches specific to on camera performance. Prerequisite THEA 2021 Basic Acting or by permission of the instructor.

Teaches directorial skills in leadership, script selection and analysis, conduct of auditions, rehearsals and performance evaluation through workshop and application. Prerequisites: THEA 1011, 2021 and permission of instructor.

House and box office management, public relations and program development for arts production.

Provides practical application of theatre skills in a summer theatre environment. Student’s participation is determined through audition and application process. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Teaches advanced skills in technical production. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits. Prerequisites: THEA 3001 or 3003 or 3060 and permission of the instructor.

Examines current acting and directing styles and techniques in the various technical areas: scenery, lighting, sound, makeup, costumes, and properties. A. France B. England.

Examines current acting and directing styles and techniques in the various technical areas: scenery, lighting, sound, makeup, costumes, and properties. Formerly THEA 442A)

Examines current acting and directing styles and techniques in the various technical areas: scenery, lighting, sound, makeup, costumes, and properties. Formerly THEA 442B)

Teaches advanced design skills. May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits. Prerequisites: THEA 3001 & 3051 or 3060 & 4001 or 2007 or 3003 as appropriate and permission of the instructor.

Introduction to pattern drawing, pattern and costume alteration, and sewing for the theatre, television or film production. The student is required to assist the costume crews of theatre, television, and film productions during the semester.

Applies the skills learned in direction (THEA 4025) to staging plays as part of TheatreWorks.ULM season, Monroe Little Theater season, with a public/private secondary school or a similar venue. Prerequisites: THEA 2021 and 4025 and permission of the instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 cr.

Provides for working with an acknowledged master in specific theatre craft. Master must agree to supervise and teach the student. Student must design a learning contract which is signed by the student, the master and the Director of Theater. The master can not be a member of the ULM Theater faculty. Prerequisite: Permission of Director of Theater.

Provides an opportunity to work as an intern in a professional Theatre. Student must prepare a contract specifying the duties to be performed as an intern and the means and person who will evaluate the student's work. Contract must be signed by the student, the intern supervisor and the Director of Theater. Prerequisite: Permission of the Director of Theater.

Provides a culminating project for students in technical production, design and direction through which they can demonstrate proficiency in their chosen area. Prerequisite: Permission of Director of Theater.

Provides a culminating project for performance students to demonstrate their proficiency. Prerequisite: Permission of the Director of Theater.

May be repeated for a total of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Approval of department head. (Formerly THEA 491A)

Directed study in Directing. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Approval of department head. (Formerly THEA 491B)

May be repeated for a total of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Approval of department head. (Formerly THEA 491C)

May be repeated for a total of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Approval of department head. (Formerly THEA 491D)

May be repeated for a total of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Approval of department head. (Formerly THEA 491E)

A playwriting course wherein students will develop original scripts and analyze existing scripts from the actor's, designer's, and director's point of view. (Formerly Play Construction)

Topics in A. Playwriting; B. Directing; C. Acting; D. Technical Theatre; E. Theatre Management; F. Theory. Prerequisites: Consent of Instructor. (3 Cr., Maximum 9 Cr.)

History of the American theatre and theatre arts from the colonial period to the twentieth century

A study of groups of theatre artists under a common influence. The historical, systematic or organized framework of various schemes of drama from the ancient Greeks to the present day.

Effects of lighting on various media; light plots and their design; various types of stage design with emphasis on designing scenery for stage use; the relation of scene design to the total theatre, television, and film production.

Individual study in A. Playwriting; B. Directing; C. Acting; D. Technical Theatre; E. Theatre Management. Prerequisites: Approval of Department Head. Maximum of 6 hours of Directed Study can be applied to any graduate degree. (1-6 Cr.)

Grades of CR (Credit0 or NC (No Credit) will be awarded.