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THEA 310 - Applied Theatre-Props
1 credit hour
Practicum opportunities within a specific area of theatrical production. Assignments allow the students to go beyond previous class work and must be arranged individually with a theatre faculty member in the area of interest. A student may receive 6 credit hours in Applied Theatre. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): Introductory-level course in the appropriate area, THEA 101 and 201 .
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THEA 312 - Audition Techniques
3 credit hours
This course prepares the student for the competitive audition process. Emphasis on selection of materials, preparation and text analysis, appropriate preaudition, audition and post-audition behavior, and safe practices. Prerequisite(s): THEA 213 .
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THEA 313 - Acting II
3 credit hours
Continuation of the principles explored in Acting I, with a greater emphasis on scene work, text, and character development. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 213 .
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THEA 314 - Fundamentals of Theatre Design
3 credit hours
Introduction to design elements and principles as used in Theatre and Performance design. Prerequisite(s): THEA 120 or 122 , and THEA 250 .
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THEA 315 - Acting Workshop
3 credit hours
Students will explore selected plays with the faculty instructor and Directing II students. Consent of instructor required.
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THEA 318 - Costume Design I
3 credit hours
Introduction to the process of rendering costumes for period and contemporary plays. Consent of instructor required.
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THEA 340 - Voice I
3 credit hours
A study of the vocal mechanism with techniques taught in specific training approaches such as Linklater, Lessac, etc., which will improve projection, breath control, and articulation through awareness of personal obstacles. Prerequisite(s): THEA 213 .
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THEA 350 - Stagecraft II
3 credit hours
Continuation of Stagecraft I, with emphasis on rigging, welding, and advanced construction and painting techniques. Prerequisite(s): THEA 250 or consent of instructor.
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THEA 355 - Stage Lighting and Design
3 credit hours
Introduction to the principles, equipment, and techniques of stage lighting with one-third of the class devoted to designing lights for the stage. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 120 or 122 , and 250 .
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THEA 360 - Scene Design I
3 credit hours
Introduction to the elements of scene design for contemporary and period plays. Prerequisite(s): THEA 120 or 122 , and 250 or consent of instructor.
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THEA 361 - Musical-Theatre Styles I
3 credit hours
Introduction to musical-theatre performance techniques, including song interpretation, auditioning, and staging songs in context of scenes from American musical plays. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 340 .
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THEA 370 - Directing II
3 credit hours
To develop further hands-on directing skills beyond the introductory level. This course will emphasize interaction with actors in the directing process, which will result in the performance of scenes. The course will go beyond the two-person scenes, and will include material that allows the student to: engage a variety of styles and forms, clearly interpret and visually conceptualize a text, increase their ability to communicate with and coach actors effectively, begin to develop a constructive rapport and open lines of communication with designers and technicians, and define an individual directorial voice and style. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 270 .
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THEA 371 - Playwriting I
3 credit hours
Study of dramaturgy to enlarge the new dramatist’s understanding of factors involved in play construction. Includes discussion, directed readings, and practice writing. Consent of instructor required.
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THEA 380 - Stage Movement I
3 credit hours
Basic principles of movement for the stage, including beginning stage combat. Prerequisite(s): THEA 213 .
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THEA 382 - Mask Work
3 credit hours
Students will explore character and ensemble through the use of neutral and character mask. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 380 .
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THEA 390 - Stage Makeup
3 credit hours
Principles and practice of stage makeup. Consent of instructor required.
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THEA 400 - Stage Combat
3 credit hours
A study of techniques for unarmed combat for the stage; the basics of slaps, punches, falls, throws, and rolls. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 380 .
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THEA 401 - Acting for the Camera
3 credit hours
Auditioning and performing on camera with a variety of material. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 213 .
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THEA 404 - Theatre and Arts Management
3 credit hours
Economics and practices of theatre and performing arts management, including audience analysis and market surveys. Consent of instructor required.
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THEA 409 - Period Play Production
3 credit hours
Dramatic styles, with an emphasis on production techniques of the major periods of theatre history, including period furniture and architecture. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 250 .
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THEA 413 - Acting III
3 credit hours
Intensive study of approaches to Shakespearean text. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 213 and 313 .
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THEA 414 - Seminar: Career Preparation
3 credit hours
Practical experience in the art of marketing oneself for the profession. This course is required for all B.F.A. candidates. Consent of instructor required.
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THEA 417 - Costume History
3 credit hours
A survey of period clothing and its application as stage costumes. Consent of instructor required.
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THEA 418 - Costume Design II
3 credit hours
Advanced study of costume design, focusing on period plays and musicals. Prerequisite(s): THEA 318 or consent of instructor.
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THEA 419 - Costume Construction II
3 credit hours
Advanced construction methods and techniques for period costumes. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 120 or 122 , and 217 .
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THEA 422 - Musical Theatre History/Literature
3 credit hours
This course will explore the development of the American musical. Representative musicals from various periods will be studied. Prerequisite(s): THEA 361 .
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THEA 423 - Theatre History I
3 credit hours
Overview of the development of world theatre history and drama from antiquity to the 17th century.
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THEA 424 - Theatre History II
3 credit hours
Overview of the development of world theatre history and drama from the 17th century to the present.
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THEA 440 - Voice II: Diction and Dialects
3 credit hours
A study of the systematic approach to the articulation of American English and the learning of dialects. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 340 .
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THEA 450 - Special Theatre Seminar
3 credit hours
Special offerings on a theatre topic not covered in the curriculum. May be repeated for credit as topics vary. Consent of instructor required.
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THEA 457 - Theatrical Computer Aided Drafting
3 credit hours
Introduction to the techniques and standards used in drafting theatrical scenery. Drawing by hand and CAD (Vectorworks Program) will be taught. Prerequisite(s): THEA 250 or consent of instructor.
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THEA 460 - Scene Design II
3 credit hours
Advanced study of scene design for multi-set plays and musicals. Emphasis on drafting and rendering. Prerequisite(s): THEA 360 and 457 or consent of instructor.
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THEA 462 - Musical Theatre Styles II
3 credit hours
Song interpretation and musical audition techniques, including in-depth integration of songs and scenes from American musical plays in a lab environment. The course culminates in a public performance/showcase of the students’ work. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 213 and 361 .
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THEA 463 - Musical Theatre Styles III
3 credit hours
Provides opportunities for advanced musical theatre students to explore a particular musical style in a lab environment. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 361 and 462 .
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THEA 465 - Senior Project
3 credit hours
Required of students seeking the B.F.A. Projects in acting, directing, design, management, etc. are completed under supervision of faculty. Consent of theatre faculty required.
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THEA 470 - Directing III
3 credit hours
Intensive study of directing styles from various periods and theatrical movements. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 313 and 370 .
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THEA 475 - Internship
1-6 credit hours
Practical experience in a professional environment. Applications and requirements are available in departmental office. May be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours on a pass/fail basis. Consent of instructor required.
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THEA 480 - Stage Movement II
3 credit hours
Continuation of THEA 380 , with a greater emphasis on the physical movement and dynamics of text work and character development. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 213 and 380 .
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THEA 491 - Directed Study
3 credit hours
Independent, guided study in a specialized area of interest. Faculty adviser must approve research topic the semester prior to registration.
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UM Falcon Scholars in Action |
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UM 222 - UM Falcon Scholars in Action
0-3 credit hours
Falcon Scholars in Action are selected to serve designated agencies in Shelby County for 10 hours per week. Service lasts three semesters, including fall, spring, and one summer term. Selection through an interview process.
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Undergraduate Research |
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UR 100 - Undergraduate Research
1-6 credit hours
Students engage in research, scholarship, and creative activity with faculty mentors. Projects incorporate written proposal, literature search, extensive mentor student interaction, and both oral and written reports.
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UR 200 - Undergraduate Research
1-6 credit hours
Students engage in research, scholarship, and creative activity with faculty mentors. Projects incorporate written proposal, literature search, extensive mentor student interaction, and both oral and written reports.
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UR 300 - Undergraduate Research
1-6 credit hours
Students engage in research, scholarship, and creative activity with faculty mentors. Projects incorporate written proposal, literature search, extensive mentor student interaction, and both oral and written reports.
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UR 400 - Undergraduate Research
1-6 credit hours
Students engage in research, scholarship, and creative activity with faculty mentors. Projects incorporate written proposal, literature search, extensive mentor student interaction, and both oral and written reports.
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