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