• THEA 4033R: Movement I: Foundations of the Actor's Craft

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For all students interested in acting for the stage, and desiring to perform in Utah Tech University productions. Introduces fundamentals of stage movement, including: theatrical acrobatics; neutral mask; relaxation, alignment, flexibility, and strength training; presence, focus, and partner and ensemble awareness; spatial-temporal awareness, rhythmicity and musicality of movement; object manipulation; and the foundations of physical characterization, extra-daily movement, and observation, mimesis and storytelling. Group work is required; working from myths and fairy tales, students will collaboratively develop theatrical etudes (movement sequences) with sound, movement, and minimal speech. Film screenings, readings, and written assignments will also be used. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate understanding of the acting body as a compositional element in scenic space. 2. Develop the skills necessary to generate creative proposals in response to the text, partner(s), and promptings of the director. 3. Develop breathing technique. 4. Develop physical improvisation skills. 5. Demonstrate understanding of rhythm-tempo. 6. Demonstrate understanding in partner acrobatics and tumbling. Course fee required. FA
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• THEA 4034: Movement II

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Required for Theatre majors with an Acting or Generalist emphasis. Open to all students. A continuation of THEA 2063 exploring methods of movement for the stage, this course is designed to increase a students capability and versatility for connected, safe physical expression and somatic practices in the theatre. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate variety of character, action, and emotion through various movement qualities. 2. Devise partnered movement pieces. 3. Analyze and discuss the expressive potential of the body. Prerequisite: THEA 2063 (Grade C or higher). FA (odd)
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• THEA 4043: Stage Combat

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Required for Theatre majors with an Acting or Generalist emphasis. Open to all students. This course is a practical exploration of safe techniques used to create the illusion of violence for stage and mediated works. Physical awareness, consent, breath and vocalization, and script analysis will be integrated with unarmed/hand-to-hand and weapons combat. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate and evaluate safe practices in the execution of basic stage combat techniques. 2. Describe safe practices in intimacy and stage combat. 3. Analyze the story and function of stage violence in a scene or the context of a play. 4. Create choreography and demonstrate sequences of various disciplines of stage combat. 5. Integrate breath and physical release while in rehearsal and performance of fight choreography. Course fee required. Prerequisite: THEA 1033. SP (even)
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• THEA 4093R: Theatre Internship II

  1.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For Theatre students seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the demands of the profession and to enhance their ability to function in a professional environment. Emphasizes skill refinement, which can include performance, costuming, set construction, lights, sound, wardrobe, stage make-up, properties, box office work, assistant directing or management, and stage management. Audition may be required for performance roles. Variable credit 1.0 - 4.0. Repeatable up to 4 credits dependent on graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply knowledge and skills to solve problems faced in a workplace environment at an advanced level. 2. Collaborate with colleagues in the workplace at an advanced level. 3. Demonstrate responsibility and dependability in the workplace environment at an advanced level. 4. Evaluate personal efforts and identify strengths and weaknesses at an advanced level. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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• THEA 4150R: Theatre Workshop: Performance

  0.50 - 1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For any student desiring to participate in Utah Tech Theatre productions. Fulfills requirement for Theatre majors. Hands-on experience in practical theatre skills, using actual productions as the learning laboratory. Emphasizing development of personal discipline and collaborative skills, these workshops offer students preparation for entry level in pre-professional theatre productions (community theatre, summer stock, etc.). Credit dependent on hours committed to the production. Audition may be required for performing roles. Variable credit 0.5 - 1.0. Repeatable up to 2 credits. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate advanced understanding of acting process in a production environment. 2. Evaluate personal efforts in acting and recognize strengths and weaknesses at an advanced level. 3. Collaborate with all members of the production in a professional manner. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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• THEA 4160R: Theatre Workshop: Costumes

  0.50 - 1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For any student desiring to participate in Utah Tech Theatre productions. Fulfills requirement for Theatre majors. Hands-on experience in practical theatre skills, using actual productions as the learning laboratory. Emphasizing development of personal discipline and collaborative skills, these workshops offer students preparation for entry level in pre-professional theatre productions (community theatre, summer stock, etc.). Credit dependent on hours committed to the production. Audition may be required for performing roles. Variable credit 0.5 - 1.0. Repeatable up to 2 credits. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate advanced of understanding costume technology in a production environment. 2. Evaluate personal efforts and recognize strengths and weaknesses at an advanced level. 3. Collaborate with all members of the production in a professional manner. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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• THEA 4170R: Theatre Workshop: Sets

  0.50 - 1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For any student desiring to participate in Utah Tech Theatre productions. Fulfills requirement for Theatre majors. Hands-on experience in practical theatre skills, using actual productions as the learning laboratory. Emphasizing development of personal discipline and collaborative skills, these workshops offer students preparation for entry level in pre-professional theatre productions (community theatre, summer stock, etc.). Credit dependent on hours committed to the production. Audition may be required for performing roles. Variable credit 0.5 - 1.0. Repeatable up to 2 credits. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate advanced understanding of scenic technology in a production environment. 2. Evaluate personal efforts and recognize strengths and weaknesses at an advanced level. 3. Collaborate with all members of the production in a professional manner. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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• THEA 4180R: Theatre Workshop: Lights

  0.50 - 1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For any student desiring to participate in Utah Tech Theatre productions. Fulfills requirement for Theatre majors. Hands-on experience in practical theatre skills, using actual productions as the learning laboratory. Emphasizing development of personal discipline and collaborative skills, these workshops offer students preparation for entry level in pre-professional theatre productions (community theatre, summer stock, etc.). Credit dependent on hours committed to the production. Audition may be required for performing roles. Variable credit 0.5 - 1.0. Repeatable up to 2 credits. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate advanced understanding of lighting technology in a production environment. 2. Evaluate personal efforts and recognize strengths and weaknesses at an advanced level. 3. Collaborate with all members of the production in a professional manner. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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• THEA 4390: Costume History

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Required for Theatre majors with a Design/Technical emphasis. Open to all students. Centers on origins and historical progression of fashion, social/cultural contexts, environmental and cross-cultural influences, period silhouettes, and dress as an art form. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze costume eras, ancient through the 21st century. 2. Identify economic and sociological factors that affect fashion. 3. Explain how clothing mirrored aesthetics of various eras. 4. Identify textiles throughout history and explain their importance to social classes. 5. Evaluate the influences of historical trends on modern fashion. FA (even)
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• THEA 4410: Scene Design II

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Required for Theatre majors with a Design/Technical emphasis. Open to all students. Expands and builds on basic techniques from THEA 2210. Emphasizes development of scenic design process through script analysis, period research, sketching, model making, and other related activities. Includes development of student portfolio. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply design knowledge to abstract concepts and create tangible interpretations for modeling. 2. Demonstrate ability to hand-render in accurate perspective for the stage. 3. Create realistic textures and objects through computer rendering. 4. Collaborate with a director to devise an original design. 5. Create advanced drawings and models of devised designs. Prerequisite: THEA 2210. SP (odd)
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