The course combines some art fundamentals with a history of costume design methods through lecture and practice exercises. Students explore the creative possibilities for their future classrooms. The work of Viola Spolin is emphasized. Investigates various methods of improvisation and their potential applications in theatre. Written components focus on observation and the work of Harold Chaikin and Jeanne Claude Van Italie.
Students read a wide range of plays from throughout theatre history, but focus on contemporary work.
The focus of the course is play analysis. The art and technology of manipulating images on stage and screen is explored. Students generate designs and support paperwork for several theatrical productions. Students work toward the development of a portfolio of designs which demonstrate proficiency in the design and execution of various make up styles and techniques. This course combines a serious of lectures, practice activities, and playwriting in order to teach script development methods, critical self evaluation, and submission styles.