CVFA 102 Theatre of the West: Renaissance to Revolutions (3)

Survey of developments in theatre in the West from the Renaissance through the Age of Revolutions, about 1400-1850. (Spring) 

CVFAT 201 The West in the Modern World: and Contemporary Theatre (3)

Study of important historical developments and cultural history through the lens of the theatre of the West from the late 19th century through the present. (As needed)

FATH 105 Acting I (3)

An introduction to fundamentals of acting and characterization through the use of theatre games. Students also begin to study the use of body and voice as an integrated whole in improvisation, scene study and monologues. (Fall, odd years)

FATH 106 Acting II (3)

Study of the methods of character development in various genres of theatre. Emphasis on performance of scenes and monologues. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: FATH 105 or permission of instructor. (Spring, even years)

FATH 108 Stagecraft (3)

A beginning study of modern methods and materials for lighting, designing, and constructing costumes and scenery for the stage. Includes practical application of class material to an actual theatrical production. (Fall)

FATH 133 Voice (1)

Private instruction. (Same as FAMU 151.) (Fall and Spring)

FATH 200 Special Topics (3)

Study of special topics in theatre. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. (As needed)

FATH 208 Stage Design (3)

After study of the history and theory of theatrical design, students complete a number of individual and group projects. (Spring)

FATH 221 History of Theatre

The theory and history of theatre and drama from ancient Greece through the 1800s. Beginning with the literature, students will examine theatre and drama as a reflection of culture and as a changing means of artistic expression. (Fall, even years)

FATH 241 Theatre Production (1-3)

Participation in production activities of the department, through technical studies and production/technical assignments or performance. Twenty contact hours in such areas as Mainstage, spotlight, children’s theatre and stage orchestra required per hour of credit. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Audition may be required. May be repeated for credit. (Fall and Spring)

FATH 242 College Mountain Players (3)

Participation in the annual College Mountain Players children’s theatre tour. Students may participate as actors, designers, or technicians. Rehearsal through the first half of the semester and performance in local elementary schools in the second half of the semester. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Audition may be required. May be repeated for credit. (As needed)

FATH 310 Directing (3)

An investigation of the analytical and practical aspects of stage direction. Classroom exercises include directing fundamentals: blocking, movement, business, tempo and rhythm, script selection and dramatic analysis. Students present laboratory productions of one-act plays or scenes from longer works. Prerequisites: FATH 105 and 3 credits of FATH 241, or permission of instructor. (Spring, odd years)

FATH 402 Senior Project Tutorial (3)

Prerequisite: Senior status or permission of instructor. (As needed)

FATH 398 Independent Study (1-3)

Open to senior theatre majors. Approval of instructor, chair and dean for academic affairs required. (As needed)

FATH 480 Internship (credits to be determined)

Open to junior and senior theatre majors. Approval of chair and dean for academic affairs required. (As needed)