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2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses

As a reminder, all courses have been renumbered beginning with the Fall 2018 semester. Click on Course Number Look-up Tool and/or the Office of the Registrar’s main page.
 
  

  • TELE 388D Television Script Analysis:

    Course is a rotating subjects class that examines the script of one episode of a television series from a variety of perspectives including historical, cultural, and textual. Pertinent episodes of the series will be viewed, the primary script read, and the series analyzed. The class will conclude with each student engaging in an analysis utilizing one of the approaches from the class.

    Repeatable: Y
    Prerequisites TELE 212 Television Arts: Writing 
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • TELE 388E Television Script Analysis:

    Course is a rotating subjects class that examines the script of one episode of a television series from a variety of perspectives including historical, cultural, and textual. Pertinent episodes of the series will be viewed, the primary script read, and the series analyzed. The class will conclude with each student engaging in an analysis utilizing one of the approaches from the class.

    Repeatable: Y
    Prerequisites TELE 212 Television Arts: Writing 
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  
  

  • TELE 421 Master Workshop Narrative: Pre-Production

    Course requires that students in this advanced producing workshop work on preproduction for the Television Program’s annual television pilot, to be produced in the Spring by the Master Workshop Narrative: Producing & Directing courses. Students will work on budgets, casting plans, location scouting, legal, script breakdowns, and other processes necessary to prepare for a major production of a television pilot. Students are highly encouraged to register for the Master Workshop Narrative: Producing course in the spring.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3225J
    Prerequisites TELE 125 Television Arts: Production  and TELE 210 The Television Producer  
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • TELE 422 Master Workshop Narrative: Producing

    In this advanced workshop, students will serve as producers for a departmental narrative program (television pilot, web series, or other form). Student producers in this course collaborate with student directors on an original television program, shot on location. Students producers will be responsible for all phases of producing including scheduling, budgeting, locations selection, auditions, and production management.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3226
    Prerequisites TELE 210 The Television Producer  and TELE 325 Television Arts: Directing  and TELE 330 Production and Editing II  
    Minimum Credits 4 Maximum Credits 4

  

  • TELE 423 Master Workshop Narrative: Directing & Production

    In this advanced workshop, students will serve as directors and crew for a departmental narrative program (television pilot, web series, or other form). Students will work with actors and producers to shoot a narrative program on location. All phases of single camera location shooting will be covered, including directing, staging, lighting, sound, and camera.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3325
    Prerequisites TELE 325 Television Arts: Directing  and TELE 330 Production and Editing II 
    Minimum Credits 4 Maximum Credits 4

  

  • TELE 425 Advanced Post-Production: Prime Time

    In this advanced level post-production course, student editors work in teams with producers, directors, and / or writers to edit departmental programs including sketch comedy programs and sketches, TV pilots, web series, and music programs. The course emphasizes professional processes, procedures and work flows.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3424D
    Prerequisites ANIM 270 Motion Graphics I  and TELE 360 PostProduction Bootcamp: Avid Techniques  
    Minimum Credits 4 Maximum Credits 4

  

  • TELE 430 Master Workshop Sketch Comedy: Writing

    This advanced course is designed to teach the skills needed to write proficiently within the popular television genre of sketch comedy. Students will develop, pitch and write original sketches and commercial parodies. The sketch ideas will be pitched, improvised, drafted, read, reviewed, and revised step by step, in a classic writer’s table story conference procedure before moving on to the rehearsal and production process. Students will collaborate closely with the students and instructors of the Production, Editing and Producing courses. The end product of this collaboration, an original set of digital short sketches in the fall and FreqOut LIVE in the spring.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3230
    Prerequisites TELE 310 Writing for Television  and TELE 212 Television Arts: Writing 
    Minimum Credits 4 Maximum Credits 4

  

  • TELE 431 Producing Sketch Comedy

    In this advanced workshop, students will serve as producers for one the Television Program’s sketch comedy content. Students will have the opportunity to experience all phases of collaborative producing, from concept development through finished program.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3239
    Prerequisites TELE 210 The Television Producer  and TELE 330 Production and Editing II  
    Minimum Credits 4 Maximum Credits 4

  

  • TELE 432 Master Workshop Sketch Comedy: Directing and Production

    Advanced course further develops directing skills specifically for live performance, utilizing larger studio facilities and creating more sophisticated productions. The students will be required to produce and direct variety show productions that approach professional broadcast and commercial levels.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3312
    Prerequisites TELE 330 Production and Editing II  and TELE 325 Television Arts: Directing  
    Minimum Credits 4 Maximum Credits 4

  

  • TELE 440A Writing the Television Pilot:

    Writing the Television Pilot: is an advanced level writing class devoted to the development and writing of a TV pilot script(s). The first part of the class will be spent examining the unique qualities and responsibilities of a TV pilot: to introduce plot, story, character, relationships and mystery. The second half of the class will be spent pitching ideas, developing, work shopping, and table reading multiple drafts the student’s original pilot script. The class would conclude with the completion of a full-length pilot script(s). This is a rotating subject course.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly TELE 440
    Prerequisites TELE 310 Writing for Television  or CINE 145 Screenwriting I: Writing the Short Film 
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 440B Writing the Television Pilot:

    Writing the Television Pilot: is an advanced level writing class devoted to the development and writing of a TV pilot script(s). The first part of the class will be spent examining the unique qualities and responsibilities of a TV pilot: to introduce plot, story, character, relationships and mystery. The second half of the class will be spent pitching ideas, developing, work shopping, and table reading multiple drafts the student’s original pilot script. The class would conclude with the completion of a full-length pilot script(s). This is a rotating subject course.

    Repeatable: Y
    Prerequisites TELE 310 Writing for Television  or CINE 145 Screenwriting I: Writing the Short Film 
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 440C Writing the Television Pilot:

    Writing the Television Pilot: is an advanced level writing class devoted to the development and writing of a TV pilot script(s). The first part of the class will be spent examining the unique qualities and responsibilities of a TV pilot: to introduce plot, story, character, relationships and mystery. The second half of the class will be spent pitching ideas, developing, work shopping, and table reading multiple drafts the student’s original pilot script. The class would conclude with the completion of a full-length pilot script(s). This is a rotating subject course.

    Repeatable: Y
    Prerequisites TELE 310 Writing for Television  or CINE 145 Screenwriting I: Writing the Short Film 
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 440D Writing the Television Pilot:

    Writing the Television Pilot: is an advanced level writing class devoted to the development and writing of a TV pilot script(s). The first part of the class will be spent examining the unique qualities and responsibilities of a TV pilot: to introduce plot, story, character, relationships and mystery. The second half of the class will be spent pitching ideas, developing, work shopping, and table reading multiple drafts the student’s original pilot script. The class would conclude with the completion of a full-length pilot script(s). This is a rotating subject course.

    Repeatable: Y
    Prerequisites TELE 310 Writing for Television  or CINE 145 Screenwriting I: Writing the Short Film 
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 440E Writing the Television Pilot:

    Writing the Television Pilot: is an advanced level writing class devoted to the development and writing of a TV pilot script(s). The first part of the class will be spent examining the unique qualities and responsibilities of a TV pilot: to introduce plot, story, character, relationships and mystery. The second half of the class will be spent pitching ideas, developing, work shopping, and table reading multiple drafts the student’s original pilot script. The class would conclude with the completion of a full-length pilot script(s). This is a rotating subject course.

    Repeatable: Y
    Prerequisites TELE 310 Writing for Television  or CINE 145 Screenwriting I: Writing the Short Film 
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 445 Directing and Production: Special Projects

    Advanced class teaches students studio and field production skills in a topics-specific setting. Students gain directing experience in one or more of the following contexts: multiple camera studio production, single camera field directing, remote multi-camera directing, music programming, or specialty television production. The course will culminate in the creation of an advanced-level television program in conjunction with other disciplines and departments. Emphasis is placed upon pre-planning, meeting deadlines, and performance of a wide range of crew duties, including directing.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3318
    Prerequisites TELE 325 Television Arts: Directing 
    Minimum Credits 4 Maximum Credits 4

  

  • TELE 451 Fiction / Documentary Hybrids

    Advanced production course explores the line that separates documentary and narrative media. Students in the class will examine the works of documentarians who are using fictional elements and narrative techniques in their work to call into question concepts of truth and reality and to expand the definition of documentary. Concepts covered include narrative shooting and editing techniques, research, scripting, recreations, and working with actors and subjects. Each student will produce a video project that has factual and fictional elements and that challenges the traditional definition of documentary.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3327
    Prerequisites TELE 367 Experimental Production and Editing  or TELE 371 Narrative Production and Editing  or TELE 372 Documentary Production and Editing  or CINE 266 Documentary Storytelling  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 480 Branded Entertainment Practicum

    In this course, students gain theoretical and practical experience in the strategy, production and distribution of client-based branded entertainment media. Students join collaborative interdisciplinary teams and work with commercial and not-for-profit clients to develop and execute branded entertainment strategy plans, media content and analytic processes. Contemporary social media platforms, business models and best practices for evaluating impact will be presented and used by the student teams.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3242
    Prerequisites TELE 210 The Television Producer  and TELE 330 Production and Editing II  or CINE 230 Editing II  or CINE 275 Experimental Production I  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 483 Writers’ Roundtable in LA

    This course builds and emphasizes the students’ skills for the development of an appropriate storyline for the one-hour format. Students explore a variety of television genres and ultimately write a finished television script utilizing the current computer software programs for professional screenwriting.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3820L
    Prerequisites TELE 210 The Television Producer  
    Requirements Permission Required (DP)
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 484 Pitching Series Concept in LA

    This course enables students participating in the L.A. program to have the opportunity to learn and practice the fine art of the pitch, first in the classroom environment and finally to prominent television writers, agents, and producers.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3821L
    Prerequisites TELE 210 The Television Producer  
    Requirements Permission Required (DP)
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 485 Conceiving & Writing the Show Bible in LA

    This course enables students to develop and write a rudimentary show bible for a one-hour program in a genre of their choice. Focus will be on the process of positioning the show for the current market situation.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 40-3822L
    Prerequisites TELE 210 The Television Producer  
    Requirements Permission Required (DP)
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 486 Analyzing Dramatic Structure

    This course enables students to analyze a variety of one-hour episodic dramas currently in production. A variety of speakers from the industry will illuminate the shows, describing how they were developed, written, and produced.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 40-3823L
    Prerequisites TELE 210 The Television Producer  
    Requirements Permission Required (DP)
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 487 Analyzing Structure SitCom LA

    This course enables students to analyze a variety of situation comedies currently in production. A variety of speakers from the industry will illuminate the shows, describing how they were developed, written, and produced.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 40-3824L
    Prerequisites TELE 210 The Television Producer  
    Requirements Permission Required (DP)
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 488 Conceiving and Writing the Situation Comedy Show B

    This course enables students to develop and write a rudimentary show bible for a situation comedy. Focus will be paid to the process of positioning a show for current market situation.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 40-3825L
    Prerequisites TELE 210 The Television Producer  
    Requirements Permission Required (DP)
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • TELE 495 Directed Study: Television

    Course consists of learning activities involving student independence within the context of regular guidance and direction from a faculty advisor. Directed Studies are appropriate for students who wish to explore a subject beyond what is possible in regular courses or for students who wish to engage in a subject or activity not otherwise offered that semester by the College. Directed Studies involve close collaboration with a faculty advisor who will assist in development and design of the project, oversee its progress, evaluate the final results, and submit a grade.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3796
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 6

  

  • TELE 496 Independent Project: Television

    Course is an independent project designed by the student, with the approval of a supervising faculty member, to study an area that is not at present available in the curriculum. Prior to registration, the student must submit a written proposal that outlines the project.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 40-3798
    Requirements Permission Required (DP)
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 6

  

  • THEA 101 Acting Basic Skills for Non-Acting Majors

    Students are introduced to the craft and discipline of the actor. Through physical, vocal, and improvisational exercises and the exploration of scripts of various kinds, students will develop their theatrical imaginations, learn to act on impulse and build listening and ensemble skills. Observation, collaboration and active participation is encouraged.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1200 
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  
  

  • THEA 103 Voice for Non-Theatre Majors

    This course is an introduction to the vocal mechanism used in the production of an effective and flexible voice for the stage. Students will learn fundamentals of breathing, resonation, projection, and articulation. Vocal technique will be applied to readings and presentations of theatre monologues. Students will learn a vocal warm-up, record, memorize, and perform. The theory of voice and speech will be addressed in a text chosen for the course.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1300
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 104 Movement for Non-Theatre Majors

    Students develop a more conscious and able body and improve their facility to transform themselves in their craft as an actor. Coursework focuses on breath, the interconnectedness of the body and mind, and how the body communicates with intention in time and space. The class becomes an ensemble where the exchange of energy and ideas is open and dynamic. Students build physical strength and stability as an ensemble in class and out of class through individual personal practice.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1305
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 106 Theatre Survey I: Global Drama

    This course is designed to introduce students to dramas - across history and cultures - that have influenced major trends in theatre. In doing so, students will engage a range of dramatic texts from classical and contemporary dramas to adaptations and revisions of canonical works. Students will study and discuss a sampling of plays that exemplify an array of genres and forms resulting in the student’s ability to make connections between a text’s form and its context.

    Repeatable: N
    Minimum Credits 2 Maximum Credits 2

  

  • THEA 107 Theatre Survey II: American Drama

    The American theatre both reflects and creates American identity. This course will examine plays from the mid-nineteenth century through the present day to investigate the ways that Americans participated in the construction, and deconstruction, of Americans’ sense of self. Rather than a complete review of American drama, this course will survey a range of content, form, and styles as they define American drama and American identity.

    Repeatable: N
    Prerequisites THEA 106 Theatre Survey I: Global Drama  or THEA 124 Comedy Survey I  or THEA 141 Musical Theatre Foundations  
    Minimum Credits 2 Maximum Credits 2

  

  • THEA 110 Improvisational Techniques I

    This course is a study of improvisation. Students will work individually, in small groups, and as a single ensemble to experience the process of improvising on stage. Improvisational concepts such as Yes, and, give and take, mirror, explore and heighten, environment, object work, and basic scenic structure, will be explored and applied in scenes.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1210
    Requirements Sophomore Standing or Above (SO)
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 111 Theatre Foundation I: Theatre Making

    Theatre Foundation I: Theatre Making invites incoming students into their role as creative practitioners. Students investigate the elements and principles of artistic process that can be applied to all aspects of theatre making. The course develops students’ awareness, observation and collaborative skills, and their ability to transpose experiences in the world into visual, written, vocal and physical form. Readings, composition work in class and attendance at Columbia College Chicago productions and in the city of Chicago deepens students’ understanding and appreciation of the scope of contemporary theatre making practices.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1251
    Concurrent Requisite THEA 106 Theatre Survey I: Global Drama  
    Minimum Credits 4 Maximum Credits 4

  
  

  • THEA 113 Feldenkrais: Awareness through Movement

    Course is based on Moshe Feldenkrais Awareness through Movement lessons. Through select breathing and movement sequences, students learn new vocal patterns and make spontaneous acting choices beyond habitual movement. Movement sequences are light and easy and may be accomplished by anyone regardless of age or physical limitations.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 31-1310
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 115 Speaking Out

    This interactive performance based course is a workshop format for exploring the dynamics of communication and the skills necessary to become an effective speaker, influencer, and listener. Students will develop and deliver a variety of types of public presentations with strong emphasis placed on increasing vocal skills, body awareness, presentation and interpersonal skills. Regular presentations, listening, critical thinking, feedback, and group discussion are an integral part of the course. This course fulfills the LAS (Liberal Arts and Sciences) SP (Speech) requirement.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1350
    SP
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 120 Comedy Foundations I: Ensemble and Discovery

    In this course students investigate the elements and principles of process that can be applied to all aspects of comedy creation. The course develops students’ awareness, observation and collaborative skills, and their ability to transpose experiences in the world into visual, written, vocal and physical form. Readings, composition work, writing work in class and attendance at Columbia College Chicago productions and in the city of Chicago deepens understanding and appreciation of the scope of contemporary comedy practices.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1253
    Co-requisites THEA 124 Comedy Survey I  
    Minimum Credits 4 Maximum Credits 4

  

  • THEA 121 Comedy Foundations II: Point of View and Performance

    In this course students explore and hone their personal point of view and experience and apply that perspective to a variety of comic writing and performance modes that include improvisation, text work, clown, commedia, and standup/solo performance.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1254
    Co-requisites THEA 125 Comedy Survey II  
    Minimum Credits 4 Maximum Credits 4

  

  • THEA 123A Basics of Comedy

    Basics of Comedy provides active experience in a specific topic within the realm of comedy writing or performance. Topics rotate providing comedy majors with multiple opportunities to experience a variety of disciplines during their freshman year.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly THEA 123
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • THEA 123B Basics of Comedy

    Basics of Comedy provides active experience in a specific topic within the realm of comedy writing or performance. Topics rotate providing comedy majors with multiple opportunities to experience a variety of disciplines during their freshman year.

    Repeatable: Y
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • THEA 124 Comedy Survey I

    This course invites incoming students into their role as creative practitioners in the realm of comedy. Students will investigate the question of what makes us laugh and why through a series of readings, screenings, lectures and discussions. Students will be introduced to core ideas, conventions of comedy across media, and Chicago area industry professionals who practice comedy in a variety of formats.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1263
    Minimum Credits 2 Maximum Credits 2

  

  • THEA 125 Comedy Survey II

    This course builds on Comedy Survey I. Students will investigate the role of comedy in society in the areas of satire, taboo, risk, stereotype and archetype through a series of readings, screenings, lectures and discussions.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1264
    Prerequisites THEA 124 Comedy Survey I  
    Minimum Credits 2 Maximum Credits 2

  

  • THEA 126 Introduction to Auditioning

    Students engage in discussion, demonstration and the application of techniques in auditioning for performance in a variety of media such as live theatre, film, television and voice over. Selection and preparation of material, professional conduct and terminology are stressed in addition to developing strategies for relaxation, building confidence and being true to yourself in the audition experience.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1690
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  
  

  • THEA 131 Theatrical Firearm Safety

    A J-Term class for actors, stage managers, and technicians culminating in a basic certification exam with the Society of American Fight Directors.

    Repeatable: Y
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • THEA 133A Makeup Techniques:

    This repeatable makeup techniques (“Character” or “Beauty/Fashion”) course focuses on makeup vocabulary, materials, tools, and skills suitable for a variety of media. Research, discussion, and demonstration combine with hands-on experience as a means to develop student skills in painting, color mixing, blending, and contouring. Topics of skin care, color theory, lighting concerns, and makeup kits (for a variety of users) are covered. Course sections complement each other or may be taken individually.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly THEA 133
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 133B Makeup Techniques:

    This repeatable makeup techniques (“Character/Aging” or “Beauty/Fashion”) course focuses on makeup vocabulary, materials/tools, & skills suitable for incorporation into a wide variety of media types. Research, discussion, demonstrations, & materials acquisition/experimentation combine with hands-on experience as a means to develop their painting, color mixing & blending, & contouring skills. Continuous respect to skin care, color theory, lighting concerns, & makeup kits (for the makeup artist, performer, & hobbyist alike) are covered. Course sections complement each other &/or may be taken individually.

    Repeatable: Y
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 135 Introduction to Basic Makeup

    This short course covers a brief introduction to the most common makeup applications known as the “no-makeup look” & “Corrective” techniques. Focus is geared towards skin care & appropriate color choices to match &/or enhance the student’s skin tone & appearance. Introductory vocabulary & Designer/Performer communications; materials appreciation & acquisition; & painting/contouring skills will be covered through discussion, demonstrations, & hands-on experience. This course will introduce the performer, budding designer &/or hobbyist alike to feel comfortable utilizing these simplified techniques as needed. For more in-depth makeup techniques/designs, consider one of other course offerings.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1605
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • THEA 140 Musical Theatre History

    Required for Musical Theatre/Musical Theatre Performance majors, also open as elective to students in other majors. Course examines musical theatre history from beginnings through ‘The Golden Age’ of American song and the American musical to the present. Students study key figures, songs and shows in musical theatre, as well as social and cultural factors that influenced the form. Course develops research and critical thinking skills through reading and discussion of textbook, audio/visual presentations, essays, research projects, and tests.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1400
    Prerequisites ENGL 112 Writing and Rhetoric II  or ENGL 112H Writing and Rhetoric II: Honors  or ENGL 122 International Writing and Rhetoric II  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 141 Musical Theatre Foundations

    Musical Theatre (MT) Foundations invites incoming students into their role as creative practitioners of Musical Theatre. Students investigate the elements and principles of artistic process that can be applied to all aspects of creating musical theatre. The course aims to develop students’ awareness, observation and collaborative skills, and their ability to transpose experiences in the world into written, vocal, and physical form. Production numbers exploring basic style and genre will be major projects. Readings, composition work in class and attendance at Columbia College Chicago productions (and perhaps in the city of Chicago), should deepen students’ understanding and appreciation of the scope of contemporary musical theatre making. Course will meet in a five-week sub session.

    Repeatable: N
    Musical Theatre Majors Only (3MUS)
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • THEA 143 Musical Theatre Dance I

    This course is a practical approach to the basic techniques of musical theatre dance required of Musical Theatre majors at the beginning level. Each class will include ballet and jazz dance terminology, basic floor combinations, and a variety of musical theatre dance styles.  Students are offered a focused approach to develop performance skills and demonstrate improved flexibility, musicality and strength in ballet and jazz techniques.  Students will be introduced to musical theatre dance combinations and professional musical theatre audition procedures.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 31-1430
    Requirements Musical Theatre Majors Only (3MUS)
    Minimum Credits 2 Maximum Credits 2

  

  • THEA 145 Beginning Musical Theatre Tap

    This course is designed to develop dance technique and repertoire within the specialized styles of musical theatre tap and required of majors at the beginning level. Each class will include tap terminology, rhythm progressions, and Broadway style tap combinations. Students are offered a focused approach to develop performance skills and demonstrate improved flexibility, strength, and the ability to execute basic rhythm sequences. Students will be introduced to tap dance combinations and professional musical theatre audition procedures.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 31-1431
    Prerequisites THEA 143 Musical Theatre Dance I 
    Minimum Credits 2 Maximum Credits 2

  

  • THEA 147 Musical Theatre Dance for the Singer/Actor

    This course emphasizes dance terminology and basic techniques necessary at an introductory level. Executing basic dance terminology will be the focus of this course along with attention to proper nutrition and injury prevention. Students will apply terminology in basic floor combinations in a variety of musical theatre dance styles. Each class session will include strengthening exercises to improve flexibility, conditioning and technique in ballet, jazz and tap.  No prior dance training is necessary.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1435
    Minimum Credits 2 Maximum Credits 2

  

  • THEA 150 Prod Tech: Crew

    This course requires that students work as backstage crew for Theatre Department productions. Students gain understanding of behind-the-scenes labor that supports on-stage performance. Participants also get the opportunity to observe nuance and change in live performance as it occurs over several performances. Moderate yet flexible evening and weekend time is required outside of class. 

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1500
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • THEA 151 Prod Tech: Stagecraft

    This course introduces students, through lecture and demonstration, to the fundamentals of theatrical scenic and costume construction, the technical aspects of stage lighting and sound, and the industry standard vocabulary of technical theatre. 

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1505
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • THEA 152 Aesthetics for Theatre Makers

    Both written and devised theatre works invite the artist to create a world that is unique to the specific needs of each show. In this course, students will explore the development of a vision and intention for theatrical production. Exploring the world view of their classmates and themselves, they will investigate these perspectives for implicit bias and translate their point of view into aesthetic and theatrical works. Working in collaborative teams of makers-writers, directors, designers, managers, and technicians-they will collaborate as equals in the creation of a physical world.

    Repeatable: N
    Prerequisites THEA 111 Theatre Foundation I: Theatre Making  or THEA 120 Comedy Foundations I: Ensemble and Discovery  or THEA 141 Musical Theatre Foundations  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 157 Rendering for Theatre I

    This course introduces figure drawing, color, light and shadow, and a variety of rendering materials and techniques. Coursework focuses on rendering of costumes, stage lighting effects, and sets.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1515
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 158 Scene Painting

    Course is an introduction to and practical application of processes, materials, and techniques used in painting theatrical scenery. Students study color theory, the inter-relationship of additive and subtractive mixing, and the manipulation of two-dimensional space through the use of form and color.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2515
    Prerequisites   THEA 111 Theatre Foundation I: Theatre Making  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 159 Drafting for Theatre

    This course introduces mechanical drawing techniques as applied to the performing arts. Students learn to create clear, accurate drawings to be used for the design and construction of scenery, and the preparation and implementation of a lighting design. Course is recommended for those interested in the visual design elements of performing arts.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1510
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 161 Introduction to Scenic Construction

    This course is a basic introduction to the construction of an interior architectural set. The class will focus on building basic set elements from raw material, and assembling these elements to form a theatrical set. Health and safety in the workplace will also comprise a substantial section of the course. During the course of the semester, students will work with reading and interpreting ground plans and drawings; using basic shop and power tools for the construction of flats and platforms; planning and assembling simple sets; and analyzing the construction of sets both on campus and in the professional world.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1530
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 163 Introduction to Costume Construction

    This course provides introduction to Costume Shop techniques and procedures. Through assigned projects, students learn basic machine and hand-sewing techniques, pattern development with special emphasis on drafting and draping, and all aspects of costume building from rendering to finished project. Content provides overview of related subjects such as millinery, costume props, and formal wear.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1525
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 164 Introduction to Lighting Technologies

    This basic skills course addresses primary information for those interested in the art of stage lighting. Instruction includes purposes, allied techniques, equipment terminology, use of color, and fundamental drafting.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1520
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 168 Playwriting I

    This course is an introduction to the basic techniques of playwriting from concept to completion. Students will learn basic play structuring, character development, conflict heightening, play synopsizing, and script formatting while writing scenes, ten-minute plays, and one-act plays which are all read aloud as table-readings in class.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2800 
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 181 Introduction to Theatre in Chicago

    This course requires that students attend three theatre productions in Chicago and discuss productions with some of the artists who created them. Students discuss theatre in Chicago with other leaders in the profession, including administrators, producers, and critics.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2970
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  
  

  • THEA 202 Traditions of World Theatre

    This course will survey the dramas, history, and aesthetics of performance traditions from various locations around the world including Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the West (United States and Europe), emphasizing important developments and highlighting pivotal movements and participants within their broader historical, social, and cultural contexts. Through an examination of theatrical forms, expressive styles, and contributions of performance traditions from around the world, students will become acquainted with how theatre reflects and constitutes community and culture.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2103
    HU DEI
    Prerequisites ENGL 112 Writing and Rhetoric II  or ENGL 112H Writing and Rhetoric II: Honors  or ENGL 122 International Writing and Rhetoric II 
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 203 Voice for the Actor

    Techniques for respiration, phonation, resonation, projection and articulation are explored. Skills in pronunciation and variety and expression are introduced. Technical knowledge is demonstrated in contemporary and classical monologues from theatrical repertoire. Students learn a vocal warm-up, record, memorize and perform. An extended study of voice and speech for the stage is addressed in a text chosen for the course.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2300
    Prerequisites THEA 103 Voice for Non-Theatre Majors  and THEA 101 Acting Basic Skills for Non-Acting Majors   or THEA 112 Theatre Foundation II: Performance  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 204 Movement for the Actor

    Students continue the study of the actor’s physical instrument. Working as an ensemble and through personal practice outside of class, students expand physical strength and stability, and the interconnection of voice and body, emotion and body, mind and body.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2305
    Prerequisites THEA 112 Theatre Foundation II: Performance  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  
  
  

  • THEA 208 Intro to Performance Studies

    This class is an introductory exploration of performance and of drama as a theory and practice. Students learn the fundamentals of performance, including performance outside of the theatre, how performance can incite dialogue which may inspire sociopolitical change and investigate how ideologies affect, race, gender, sexuality, class, technology and citizenship are articulated. These goals will be approached through a survey of scholarship, performances, and application activities.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-3121
    Prerequisites ENGL 122 International Writing and Rhetoric II  or ENGL 112 Writing and Rhetoric II  or ENGL 112H Writing and Rhetoric II: Honors  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 210 Improvisational Techniques II

    This course bridges the gap between improvised and scripted work by focusing on an approach to acting through improvisation. Content includes study in performance skills, Second City techniques, characters, playing, and improvisational games based on the teachings of Viola Spolin.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2210
    Prerequisites THEA 110 Improvisational Techniques I  or THEA 121 Comedy Foundations II: Point of View and Performance  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  
  
  
  

  • THEA 221 Comedy: Theory

    Students are exposed to theories of comedy and an overview of the building blocks of popular comedy throughout history. They analyze comedic texts and performances in a variety of media. Students look at how comedy reflects the concerns of society. They discuss their own responses to current events and issues as preparation to creating satiric work.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2101
    Prerequisites THEA 112 Theatre Foundation II: Performance  or THEA 125 Comedy Survey II  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  
  

  • THEA 227 Vectorworks for the Performing Arts

    This course provides students with a thorough introduction into computer aided design with a focus on theatrical uses for Vectorworks. By using hands-on exercises, assignments, and projects, students will gain the capacity to create and distribute industry standard (USITT) theatrical drawings and light plots. The student will learn basic drawing tools and techniques for completing theatrical drawings and light plots. The course will cover page layout and printing techniques. This course is recommended for lighting designers. Student access to the computer lab is available to complete assignments outside of class.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2522
    Prerequisites THEA 159 Drafting for Theatre  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  
  
  

  • THEA 231 Stage Combat II

    This course offers continued study of safe and realistic violence for the stage and screen. The emphasis is on Advanced Unarmed and Rapier and Dagger; new weapon skill- Broadsword added. Midterm scenes will be performed in the classroom. Final scenes will be performed on the main stage during Performance Week. Adjudication of Skills Proficiency by a Fight Master of the Society of American Fight Directors and the British Academy of Stage and Screen Combat will be integrated into the final performances.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2316
    Prerequisites THEA 230 Stage Combat I 
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 232 Fighting for Film

    In Fighting for Film you will learn to create and perform basic stunt work by creating the illusion of violence for the screen while working with a stunt Coordinator. Basic instruction in Unarmed, Club, and Knife fighting performed in front of the camera to emphasize the differences of working in film vs. Theatre. Safe and realistic violence for the screen is the emphasis of this class while working on a film set setting.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 31-2317J
    Prerequisites THEA 231 Stage Combat II  
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • THEA 233 Sound Design

    This introductory course provides an overview of concepts, processes, and tools involved in sound design for contemporary theater. The course will cover: the history of sound design, design conceptualization, relationships to text and action, collaboration and production protocols, and audio production tools and processes. Course activities will mix lecture/demonstration with practical projects. Students will learn and practice basic operations with digital audio production and sound playback computer software. By the end of the course students will be able to design, construct and deliver simple playback based sound designs. A personal computer, preferably Macintosh, running either Pro Tools (recommended), Reaper or Audacity is required for this course. Students are also encouraged to purchase a portable digital audio recorder.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2612
    Prerequisites THEA 111 Theatre Foundation I: Theatre Making   
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  
  
  

  • THEA 237 Advanced Makeup for the Performer

    This course furthers the actor’s knowledge of materials and techniques that can be used in the creation of characters. More advanced materials will be introduced and practiced in class. Topics such as latex, wigs, and pre-made prosthetics will be covered. Unique designs such as stylized designs and animals will also be covered. Research and design will continue to be a focal point of the course.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2605
    Prerequisites THEA 135 Introduction to Basic Makeup 
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  
  

  • THEA 243 Musical Theatre Dance II

    This course is designed to expand the technical skills in musical theatre dance styles required of Musical Theatre majors at the intermediate level. Each class will include ballet and jazz dance terminology, floor combinations, a variety of musical theatre dance styles and mock auditions.  Students are challenged with more complicated material, and greater demands are placed on speed of learning and retention of choreography for audition purposes.  Significant attention is paid to audition practices and professional discipline.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 31-2430
    Prerequisites THEA 143 Musical Theatre Dance I 
    Minimum Credits 2 Maximum Credits 2

  

  • THEA 245 Intermediate Musical Theatre Tap

    This course is designed to develop technique, performance, and repertoire within the specialized styles of musical theatre tap required of Musical Theatre majors at the intermediate level. Each class will include tap terminology, rhythm progressions, Broadway style tap combinations, and mock auditions. Emphasis will be placed on speed of learning and retention of choreography for audition purposes. Significant attention is paid to audition practices and professional discipline.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 31-2431
    Prerequisites THEA 145 Beginning Musical Theatre Tap 
    Minimum Credits 2 Maximum Credits 2

  

  • THEA 247 AUTOCAD for the Performing Arts

    Course provides students with a thorough introduction to computer aided design with a focus on theatrical uses for AutoCAD. With hands on exercises, assignments, and projects students should gain the capacity to create and distribute industry standard (USITT) theatrical drawings that mimic hand drafting. This course is recommended for scenic designers.

    Repeatable: N
    Prerequisites THEA 159 Drafting for Theatre  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 250 Character & Ensemble

    Students analyze the shifting alliances and conflicts that occur in scenes between three or more characters. This analytical work is explored in the context of heightened give and take, awareness, concentration and focus demanded in a more populated stage space. Students are encouraged to make active, transformative choices in physical and vocal technique, and are expected to take responsibility for memorization, preparation and reflection that is essential to the actor’s discipline. Students will present scenes for live and on-camera performance.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2205 
    Prerequisites THEA 207 Scenes: Performance & Analysis  and THEA 203 Voice for the Actor  or  THEA 240 Musical Theatre Scene Study  and THEA 203 Voice for the Actor  
    Co-requisites THEA 205 Text Analysis  
    Minimum Credits 4 Maximum Credits 4

  

  • THEA 251 Accents and Dialects

    This course asks students to examine and practice the 10 most commonly used English and foreign language dialects encountered in English-speaking theatre. Content emphasizes technical aspects of dialect, such as vowel and consonant pronunciation, lilt, rhythm, and vocabulary, and how they affect a theatrical character’s personality.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 31-2325
    Prerequisites THEA 112 Theatre Foundation II: Performance  or THEA 103 Voice for Non-Theatre Majors  or RADI 105 Voice and Articulation  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 252 Intimacy and Physical Acting

    Designed for students with previous acting experience, this course introduces the student to skills especially associated with those scenes that contain attraction, loss and abuse. The information and performance skills associated with these scenes allow the individual to communicate in a physically and emotionally safe and effective manner for the given moment from the view point of the character not the actor.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-3325J
    Prerequisites THEA 207 Scenes: Performance & Analysis  
    Requirements JR Standing or Above (JR)
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • THEA 254 Stage Management I

    This course will introduce students to the nuts-and-bolts practices and techniques of Stage Management in the professional theatre. Students will assist an advanced stage manager on a department production throughout the course of the semester. Regular availability on evenings and weekends is required.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-1540
    Prerequisites THEA 111 Theatre Foundation I: Theatre Making  
    Requirements Sophomore Standing or Above (SO)
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 255 Production Management

    This advanced course is designed to build upon the students skills as designers, stage managers, or technicians in order to provide the ability and insight to serve in a supervisory capacity for theatrical productions. Students will learn broad management techniques as well as perform industry specific assignments intended to cultivate an understanding of the technical, financial, logistical, and staffing demands of a professional production.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-3550
    Prerequisites THEA 254 Stage Management I  or THEA 267 Directing II  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 257 Auditioning for Improvisation

    This course covers the basics of professional conduct and preparation to audition for The Second City and other improvisation oriented audition situations.

    Repeatable: N
    Prerequisites THEA 110 Improvisational Techniques I  
    Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

  

  • THEA 260 Set Design

    This course will introduce the student to the art of Set Design. Focusing on the synthesis of text and space, students will learn to understand spatial relationships in the theatre, actor to actor, audience to actor. They will learn to manipulate the emotional and visual space of the theatre. The students will be introduced to the process of designing scenery for the stage.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2610
    Prerequisites THEA 111 Theatre Foundation I: Theatre Making  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 261 Scenic Construction II

    This course is an advanced examination of set construction, emphasizing the procedures for construction of large, intricate theatrical sets. Students will learn to use advanced shop tools and materials to construct scenic elements such as step units and irregular flats. The assembly of complex sets will be covered, both in terms of structure and set dressing. Students will be introduced to the terminology of theatrical architecture and mechanics.

    Repeatable: Y
    Formerly 31-2510
    Prerequisites THEA 161 Introduction to Scenic Construction  and THEA 160 Set Design I  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

  

  • THEA 262 Costume Design

    This course begins to develop skills required of a professional costume designer through specific design projects. Upon completion of the course, students should have projects that demonstrate an ability to formulate and clearly render a well-researched costume design.

    Repeatable: N
    Formerly 31-2615
    Prerequisites THEA 111 Theatre Foundation I: Theatre Making  
    Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3

 

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