THE-100 Introduction to Theater Production/Technology

Students learn about, and perform, work on theatrical production. Shop and studio work is complemented by lectures and demonstrations on the technical components of a theatre production. Topics covered include: designers and their functions; scenic and costume construction techniques; stage rigging, hardware and material; sound; stage procedures and safety. Simple drafting projects and the ability to read floor plans and stage elevations are stressed.

Credits

3

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

  • Visual and Performing Arts

Grading Scheme

  • Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

  • No

Course Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify the necessary hardware and material used in scenic construction.
  2. Demonstrate proper/safe use of the tools and materials needed to construct the scenic elements of a theatrical production.
  3. Construct and paint basic scenic structures such as platforms and flats.
  4. Analyze the effective use of scenery, lighting, sound, costumes, and properties in a theatrical production.
  5. Draft a simple ground plan with basic scenic elements.
  6. Read and interpret ground plans, elevations, and light plots.
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THE 100: Introduction to Theater Production/Technology

Department

Visual and Performing Arts

Course Description

Students learn about, and perform, work on theatrical production. Shop and studio work is complemented by lectures and demonstrations on the technical components of a theatre production. Topics covered include: designers and their functions; scenic and costume construction techniques; stage rigging, hardware and material; sound; stage procedures and safety. Simple drafting projects and the ability to read floor plans and stage elevations are stressed.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

Lecture3
Lab0
Other0

Grading Scheme

Letter

Course Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify the necessary hardware and material used in scenic construction.
  2. Demonstrate proper/safe use of the tools and materials needed to construct the scenic elements of a theatrical production.
  3. Construct and paint basic scenic structures such as platforms and flats.
  4. Analyze the effective use of scenery, lighting, sound, costumes, and properties in a theatrical production.
  5. Draft a simple ground plan with basic scenic elements.
  6. Read and interpret ground plans, elevations, and light plots.