A practical exploration of how a scenic designer creates an environment for dramatic action through scenery, properties, and the use of stage lighting. A conceptual overview of the rehearsal and performance process will be stressed, including an overview of management techniques as applied to the performing arts in general. Front of house management and company management will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on the interpretation of modern musical theatre, literature through imagery, action, characterization, and analysis of the score and libretto. Practical study of dramatic structure and the process of writing and critiquing monologues and one-act plays.
Extensive writing is required.
A list of approved voice instructors is maintained in the department office. Students are responsible for contacting individual instructors to schedule lessons. May be repeated for credit. Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will be determined by the department.