The course develops the skills necessary to begin work as a production dramaturg through a consideration of practical and theoretical issues. When possible, work is geared toward dramaturgical service to actual productions. Advanced drawing techniques, including figure drawing, still life and perspective studies for design and technical students. Art, Architecture, Fashion and Furniture Four quarter hours. The styles and aesthetics of Western European art, architecture, fashion and the decorative arts from ancient egypt through the first half of the 20th century are examined.
Emphasis is placed on periods and countries that are most important to the theatre.
Three quarter hours. The course consists of exercises, studies and renderings using values of gray to achieve the illusion of 3-dimensional form. With a variety of drawing and painting materials, students work from gradually more complex still life setups, under controlled lighting, and from a clipping file of research which they compile. Students experience handling the range of possible audition situations. Topics include selecting and preparing materials, building a repertoire, and sight reading.