Completion of Area F or approval of department head. The study of the development of theatre from its origins up to the 18th century with emphasis on dramatic theory, play writing styles, theatrical production styles, physical theatres, and the impact of theatre on society. Completion of Area F or approval of department head . The study of the development of theatre from the 18th century to the present with emphasis on dramatic theory, play writing styles, theatrical production styles, physical theatre, and the impact of theatre on society. The study of the role of the director in theatrical production, including practical application of theories in classroom exercises.
Emphasis is placed on the vocalization of the script rather than traditional theatrical staging.
Open as an elective to all VSU undergraduate students. The study of specific topics in theatre not covered in existing courses. May be repeated for credit if different topics are studied. An overview of the principles of writing for theatrical production with primary emphasis on the development of the structure for both one act and full length play scripts. Advanced study of the principles and techniques of technical theatre needed to engineer and complete the requirements for a theatrical productions, including rigging, welding, advanced construction technology, as well as special problems which arise in the execution of a set design.