Theatre Arts Course Descriptions

Not all classes in all disciplines are offered every semester. See the Class Schedule or contact the Theatre Arts department for offerings in the current semester.

DEPT	NUMBER	COURSE TITLE	UNITS	COURSE DESCRIPTION
THEATRE ARTS	47	Theatre Arts National Field Studies	1.0 - 3.0 Units	THTR 47 provides college credit to study theatre arts in the United States under the direction of a Glendale College instructor. Travel and studies are at the student's own expense for programs provided by agencies approved in advance by the College. Note: This course may be taken four times; a maximum of 12 units may be earned. Each repetition must be in a different state and/or area of the United States. Lecture 1 - 3 hours. Prerequisite: None.
THEATRE ARTS	48	Theatre Arts International Field Studies	1.0 - 3.0 Units	THTR 48 provides college credit for studying theatre arts in foreign countries. Under the direction of a Glendale Community College instructor, students participate in a study abroad program approved by the College. Students are responsible for paying program fees. Note: This course may be taken 4 times; a maximum of 12 units may be earned. Each repetition must be in a different country and area of the world. Lecture 1 - 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU
THEATRE ARTS	49	Theatre Arts Independent Study	1.0 - 3.0 Units	THTR 49 provides independent exploration to familiarize students with research techniques, career options, and special academic interests in theatre arts. Emphasis shall be on individual research projects, library research, and/or preparation of research papers. There is no prescribed course content. Students develop and complete a research project approved by the sponsoring instructor and division chairperson. Note: Registration is open to any student at GCC who is currently registered for six or more units and who is admitted to Independent Study by the instructor. A student is limited to one Independent Study per semester and no more than 12 units credit toward the AA Degree or Certificate, and no more than six units per division. The units received may be acceptable for college transfer subject to the approval of the individual college. This course may be taken 3 times; a maximum of 9 units may be earned. Laboratory 3-9 hours. Corequisite: Concurrent registration in 6 or more units. Transfer Credit: CSU
THEATRE ARTS	50	Theatre Arts Internship	1.0 - 3.0 Units	THTR 50 is a discipline-specific course, which allows students to earn from 1-3 units for structured, supervised work on-campus or off-campus in the field of theatre arts under the supervision of a faculty advisor. It is designed to provide students with hands-on, discipline-linked work experience that will extend their knowledge and understanding of career demands in theatre arts. Note: This course is Pass/No Pass only. Note: This course may be taken four times; a maximum of 12 units may be earned. Students must arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling in this class. Laboratory 3-9 hours. Transfer Credit: CSU
THEATRE ARTS	100	Introduction to Acting	3.0 Units	THTR 100 is an acting class designed for the beginner with little or no previous acting experience. Students practice techniques to develop relaxation, concentration, and stage presence in front of an audience. Class work includes group and individual exercises, theatre games, improvisation, and written critique of live theatre productions. Note: During the semester, students are expected to attend professional and Glendale Community College Theatre Department productions as a part of the learning process about acting. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 151) (Acting Family)
THEATRE ARTS	101	Introduction To Theatre	3.0 Units	THTR 101 introduces students to elements of the theatre arts production process as a collaborative art form including playwriting, acting, directing, design, and criticism. The historical, social, political and economic context of theatre and production process are examined. There is an emphasis of theatre practices and terminology and theatre as a collaborative art form. Note: During the semester, students are expected to attend professional and Glendale Community College Theatre Arts Department productions as a part of the learning process. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 111)
THEATRE ARTS	102	Theatre History	3.0 Units	THTR 102 is a survey of the history of the theatre through its major influences concentrating on Greek, Roman, Renaissance, Elizabethan, Restoration, and Modern eras. Students study the history and development of theatre in relationship to the cultural, political, and social conditions for the time in relation to today's practices. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 113)
THEATRE ARTS	103	Acting Fundamentals I	3.0 Units	THTR 103 is a beginning acting class intended for theatre majors. Through individual and group exercises, improvisation, theatre games, monologue and scene study, the actor's voice, body, and imagination are developed. Written assignments include the break down and analysis of scripts and live theatre performances. Acting skills are practiced through rehearsal and performance of monologues and scenes. Note: During the semester, students are expected to attend professional and Glendale Community College Theatre Arts Department productions as part of the learning process. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 151) (Acting Family)
THEATRE ARTS	104	Acting Fundamentals II	3.0 Units	THTR 104 follows THTR 103, and continues the exploration of theories and techniques used to interpret dramatic writing through the acting of scenes and monologues. Emphasized skills include: integration of the voice, body, and creative impulses into character development; deepening connection to the script and to the other actors on the stage; script analysis, and the interpretation of a variety of styles and periods of dramatic writing. Note: During the semester, students are expected to attend professional and Glendale Community College Theatre Arts Department productions as a part of the learning process. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (Acting Family)
THEATRE ARTS	106	Introduction To Theatrical Directing	3.0 Units	THTR 106 introduces theatre students to the theory, techniques, and skills of theatrical directing and offers students experience in directing a variety of projects from playscripts to devised works. Note: This class will be limited to twenty students. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 6 hours. Recommended Preparation: THTR 101 and THTR 103. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (Directing, Playwriting, Management Family)
THEATRE ARTS	107	Drama Heritage: Play Structure, Form, and Analysis	3.0 Units	THTR 107 is a survey of dramatic literature from the classical to the contemporary periods from the structural, stage production, and analytical points of view. The course combines reading, analyzing and understanding play scripts with field trips to local theatres and in-class audio-visual presentations. Students examine the playwright's methods of creating theatre and learns to distinguish between a play as literature versus a play as performance. Note: During the semester, students are expected to attend professional and Glendale Community College Theatre Arts Department productions as part of the learning process. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 114)
THEATRE ARTS	109	Stage Makeup I	2.0 Units	THTR 109 provides instruction in the use and application of all types of stage make-up, the functions of makeup in the theatre, analysis of facial features and corrective techniques, research and color theory, and basic three-dimensional technique. Note: Additional hours may be required to work on GCC productions. The AA-T Theatre Arts Degree requires both THTR 109 and THTR 110 to add up to the 3.0 units. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (THTR 109 & 110 C-ID 175) (Costume & Makeup Family)
THEATRE ARTS	110	Stage Makeup II	1.0 Unit	THTR 110 is a continuation of THTR 109 with emphasis on special effects using prosthetics, facial hair and wigs. The course builds upon the basic stage makeup taught in Stage Makeup I with a focus on special effects that significantly change the actor for the purpose of performance. This is an introduction to potential career paths for students interested in makeup design. Note: Additional hours may be required to work on GCC productions. The AA-T Theatre Arts Degree requires both THTR 109 and THTR 110 to add up to the 3.0 units. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: THTR 109. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (THTR 109 & 110 C-ID 175) (Costume & Makeup Family)
THEATRE ARTS	111	Voice For The Actor	3.0 Units	THTR 111 is an introduction to voice for the actor. This class explores the connection between speaking, breath, thoughts, and emotions. The goal of this course is to help students free their "natural voice" in order to perform on stage with vocal freedom and creative expression. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (Acting Family)
THEATRE ARTS	112	Movement for Actors	3.0 Units	THTR 112 explores the use of the body as an expressive instrument in theatrical performance. Students apply a variety of a movement techniques designed to integrate the actor's creative impulses, thoughts, and emotions with the body. Note: During the semester, students are expected to attend professional and Glendale Community College Theatre Arts Department productions as a part of the learning process. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC.
THEATRE ARTS	113	Community Theater for Social Change	3.0 Units	THTR 113 explores community-based theater for social change as it has existed in various times and spaces. Students will learn the ways in which theater has played a central role in social change and revolutionary movements. Emphasis is placed on transforming passive audience members into active, dramatic participants. Students spend time analyzing performances and methods, later exploring personal injustices and creating original, flash theater pieces to speak to these injustices. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC.
THEATRE ARTS	121	Stage Scenic Design	3.0 Units	THTR 121 is a practical course with emphasis on originality of theatrical scenic design and the collaborative process. Through evaluation of an assigned script, visual and historical research, sketches, students will create original scenic designs and physical scale models. Hands-on experience will be gained in scenic construction, painting, and installation of sets for Glendale Community College theatrical productions. Note: Additional materials including model making, craft, and art supplies may be required. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (Scenic & Lighting Family)
THEATRE ARTS	123	Costume Design Fundamentals	3.0 Units	THTR 123 is a course in the history, design, and construction of costumes for the stage. Students will learn about historical practices, the planning for and the buying of suitable materials, design and color schemes, the design and construction of costumes and accessories, and arrangement and maintenance of the costume wardrobe. Students in this course design and make costumes for school dramatic programs. Note: Students in this course are expected to be available for additional hours to work on costumes for theatrical productions. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 174)(Costume & Makeup Family)
THEATRE ARTS	124	Musical Theatre History	3.0 Units	THTR 124 explores the rich and diverse history of musical theatre from its origins to the present day. Students will learn the origins of musical theatre, analyze popular musicals, and explore contemporary musical styles and storytelling techniques. Students will gain a deep understanding of the cultural, social, and artistic contexts that have shaped musical theatre over time. Note: Students who have already completed MUSIC 124 cannot receive credit for this course. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU.
THEATRE ARTS	135	Intelligent Lighting	3.0 Units	THTR 135 is the study of intelligent lighting instruments and their use in the live entertainment industry. Students learn a detailed breakdown of the various instruments, such as Moving and Color-Changing lighting instruments. The course includes the common practices associated with intelligent lighting equipment in the field and the use of these instruments in live events, concerts, and theatrical performances. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 6 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC
THEATRE ARTS	136	Lighting Console Programming	3.0 Units	THTR 136 is the study of intelligent lighting consoles and their use in the live entertainment industry. The course includes an in-depth approach to the various equipment in the field and the methods used for lighting programming. Students learn approaches to lighting cue building, intelligent light control, and moving light manipulation on lighting consoles used in live events, concerts, and theatrical performances. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 6 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC
THEATRE ARTS	140	INTRODUCTION TO PERFORMANCE FOR THECAMERA	3.0 Units	THTR 140 is an introduction to performing in the media of television and film. Students explore the styles of technical specifics for each medium, on-camera techniques, and similarities and differences with acting for the stage. Getting an agent, joining the unions, and acquiring the necessary tools of the trade, such as pictures and resumes are practical tools covered in this course. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU (Acting Family)
THEATRE ARTS	155	Introduction to Playwriting	3.0 Units	THTR 155 is the study and practice of writing dramatic works for the stage. Students gain a greater understanding of how to write for the stage through reading plays, analyzing play structure, peer evaluation of writing assignments, participating in the play development process, understanding the commerce of playwriting, and having original works performed in front of an audience. Note: This course may include trips to local professional and/or amateur theatre productions. Students may also present their plays in a staged-reading or performance at the conclusion of the class for a public audience. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC.
THEATRE ARTS	160	Rehearsal and Performance in Musical Theatre Production	2.0 to 4.0 Units	THTR 160 is a workshop designed to support musical theatre productions. Students enrolled in this course are formed into a company to present the combined Dance, Music, and Theatre Arts Department productions at Glendale Community College. Each student is assigned projects in accordance with their interests and talents. The projects involve some phase of theatrical production as it relates to performance skills in the style of theatre generally termed American Musical Comedy. Note: Students are expected to be available for rehearsals and every performance for 10-15 hours per week. Laboratory Units are earned based on the number of hours and type of project completed. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 191) (Theatre Production-Rehearsal & Performance Family)
THEATRE ARTS	161	Rehearsal and Performance in Classical Theatre Production	2.0 to 4.0 Units	THTR 161 is a workshop designed to support a classical theatre production. The students enrolled in this course are formed into a company to present classical plays as part of the Theatre Arts Department productions at Glendale Community College. The productions include works that belong specifically to those playwrights whose style requires a genre of acting, generally referred to as Classical, Greek, Roman, Elizabethan, Spanish Golden Age, and French Classical theatre. Each student is assigned projects in accordance with his or her interests and talents. The projects involve some phase of theatrical production as it relates to performance skills in the style of classical theatre. Note: Students are expected to be available for rehearsals and every performance for 10 -15 hours per week. Laboratory Units earned are based on the number of hours and type of project completed. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 191) (Theatre Production-Rehearsal & Performance Family)
THEATRE ARTS	162	Rehearsal and Performance in Modern Theatre Production	2.0 to 4.0 Units	THTR 162 is a workshop designed to support a modern theatre production. Students enrolled in this course are formed into a company to present plays from the modern repertoire as a part of the season of Theatre Arts Department productions at Glendale Community College. These titles include, but are not limited to the works of the international theatre from the 1840's and the advent of Henrik Ibsen, to the mid 1950's with the work of Tennessee Williams and Eugene O'Neil. Each student is assigned projects in accordance with his or her interests and talents regarding the selected materials. The projects involve some phase of theatrical production as it relates to performance skills in the style of modern drama. Note: Students are expected to be available for rehearsals and appear in every performance for 10-15 hours per week. Laboratory Units are earned based on the number of hours and type of project completed. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 191) (Theatre Production-Rehearsal & Performance Family)
THEATRE ARTS	163	Rehearsal and Performance in Contemporary Theatre Production	2.0 to 4.0 Units	THTR 163 is a workshop designed to support a contemporary theatre production. Students in this course are formed into a company to present contemporary plays as a part of the season in the Theatre Arts Department at Glendale Community College. Each student is assigned projects in accordance with his or her interests and talents. Students will develop performance skills while participating in productions of current or recent successful stage play scripts from Broadway, Off-Broadway, West-end London, and other world theatre centers, dating back to the style changes in realism in the mid-to-late 1950s. Note: Audition or interview is required. Students are expected to be available for rehearsals and every performance for 10-15 hours per week. Laboratory Units are earned based on the number of hours and type of project completed. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 191) (Theatre Production-Rehearsal & Performance Family)
THEATRE ARTS	164	Rehearsal and Performance in New Works and Experimental Theatre Productions	2.0 to 4.0 Units	THTR 164 is a workshop designed to support new works and experimental theatre production. Students enrolled in this course are formed into a company to present new or experimental plays as a part of the season in the Theatre Arts Department productions at Glendale Community College. Each student is assigned projects in accordance with his or her interests and talents. The projects involve some phase of theatrical production as it relates to performance skills in the style of new plays and plays of a differently structured nature, including but not limited to non-linear, feminist, epic, etc. These productions may include work that is student written or generated by the production team. Note: Students are expected to be available for rehearsals and every performance for 10-15 hours per week. Laboratory Units are earned based on the number of hours and type of project completed. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 191) (Theatre Production-Rehearsal & Performance Family)
THEATRE ARTS	171	Stagecraft	3.0 Units	THTR 171 is an introduction to technical theatre and the fundamentals of offstage work in the theatre. Students will have hands-on experiences with the basics of scenic design, construction for the theatre, scenic painting techniques, sound technology for the theatre, and theatrical lighting equipment. Additional hours to devote to offstage crew calls, technical rehearsals, and performances may be required. Note: Additional materials such as an 8" crescent wrench, safety glasses, work gloves, and paint clothes are recommended. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 6 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 171) (Technical Theatre: Stagecraft/Building Family)
THEATRE ARTS	172	Introduction to Theatre Design	3.0 Units	THTR 172 is an introduction to theatrical design as practiced in the profession. Through demonstration and laboratory experiences, students gain an understanding of theatre design as a career, an appreciation of theatre in various fields, and will improve their professional design portfolios through the analysis of a play and creation of designs in their chosen field of interest; costumes, lighting, sound, scenic, projections, or props. Note: Additional art supplies may be required. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU. (C-ID THTR 172)
THEATRE ARTS	173	Lighting Design Fundamentals	3.0 Units	THTR 173 is a study and execution of stage lighting theory, equipment, control, and their relationship to design for theatre, dance, and themed entertainment. Practical applications may include hanging lights for Glendale College theatrical productions, light lab cueing, and virtual lighting simulations. Note: Additional materials including an 8" crescent wrench and work gloves may be required. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU. (C-ID THTR 173) (Scenic & Lighting Family)
THEATRE ARTS	180	Technical Theatre in Musical Production	2.0 to 4.0 Units	THTR 180 is a practical application of theatre arts technical production for the genre of musical theatre. Through lecture and lab experiences, students gain practical experience in the application of production responsibilities in the areas of stage management, house management, construction, painting, scenery, properties, costumes, lighting, projections, sound, and running crews. Note: Students are expected to be available for crew calls, rehearsals, and performances of GCC productions as assigned by the instructor. Units earned are based on the number of hours and type of project completed. Additional materials including 8" crescent wrench, work gloves, safety glasses, and backstage appropriate clothing may be required. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 192)
THEATRE ARTS	181	Technical Theatre in Classical Production	2.0 to 4.0 Units	THTR 181 is a practical application of theatre arts technical production for the genre of classical theatre. Through lecture and lab experiences, students gain practical experience in the application of production responsibilities in the areas of stage management, house management, construction, painting, scenery, properties, costumes, lighting, projections, sound, and running crews. Note: Students are expected to be available for crew calls, rehearsals, and performances of GCC productions as assigned by the instructor. Units earned are based on the number of hours and type of project completed. Additional materials including 8" crescent wrench, work gloves, safety glasses, and backstage appropriate clothing may be required. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 192)
THEATRE ARTS	182	Technical Theatre in Modern Production	2.0 to 4.0 Units	THTR 182 is a practical application of theatre arts technical production for the genre of modern theatre. Through lecture and lab experiences, students gain practical experience in the application of production responsibilities in the areas of stage management, house management, construction, painting, scenery, properties, costumes, lighting, projections, sound, and running crews. Note: Students are expected to be available for crew calls, rehearsals, and performances of GCC productions as assigned by the instructor. Units earned are based on the number of hours and type of project completed. Additional materials including 8" crescent wrench, work gloves, safety glasses, and backstage appropriate clothing may be required. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 192)
THEATRE ARTS	183	Technical Theatre in Contemporary Production	2.0 to 4.0 Units	THTR 183 is a practical application of theatre arts technical production for the genre of contemporary theatre. Through lecture and lab experiences, students gain practical experience in the application of production responsibilities in the areas of stage management, house management, construction, painting, scenery, properties, costumes, lighting, projections, sound, and running crews. Note: Students are expected to be available for crew calls, rehearsals, and performances of GCC productions as assigned by the instructor. Units earned are based on the number of hours and type of project completed. Additional materials including 8" crescent wrench, work gloves, safety glasses, and backstage appropriate clothing may be required. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 192)
THEATRE ARTS	184	Technical Theatre in New Works, Devised, and Experimental Production	2.0 to 4.0 Units	THTR 184 is a practical application of theatre arts technical production for the genre of new works, devised, and experimental production. Through lecture and lab experiences, students gain practical experience in the application of production responsibilities in the areas of stage management, house management, construction, painting, scenery, properties, costumes, lighting, projections, sound, and running crews. Note: Students are expected to be available for crew calls, rehearsals, and performances of GCC productions as assigned by the instructor. Units earned are based on the number of hours and type of project completed. Additional materials including 8" crescent wrench, work gloves, safety glasses, and appropriate backstage clothing may be required. Lecture 1 hours/Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID THTR 192)