Theatre Courses
THEA 1110 Acting For The Stage: Level I (3 credits)
This course is an exploration of the actor’s internal and external resources for the creation of character. Students participate in scenes and dramatic exercises with emphasis on awareness, prepared improvisation, speech and movement.
To find out where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide.
Prerequisite: none
Corequisite: for Theatre Majors: THEA 1111, THEA 1171
Lecture: 1; Laboratory 5
Offered: Fall
Note: A section of Acting is offered to students who are not in the Theatre Program. It is offered in the Winter term by PEFA (PEFA 1120). Please see PEFA Program for further information.
THEA 1111 Speech for the Stage (3 credits)
This course is a practical workshop in voice technique including relaxation, breathing, resonance, articulation, speech sounds, vocal power and emotional impulse. The course is designed to equip beginning actors with techniques for use of the voice on stage.
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Theatre Program or permission of the Theatre Program Coordinator
Corequisite: THEA 1110 and 1171
Lecture: 1; Laboratory: 5
Offered: Fall
THEA 1130 Theatre History I (3 credits)
This is a survey course that explores the roots of the Western theatre tradition. Students will learn about innovations in theatre styles and staging conventions from the Greek, Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance periods. By attending live theatre and considering the way historical methods are adapted in contemporary productions, students will develop skills as informed audience members and competent critics. Students will also participate in group discussions of representative plays.
To find out where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide.
Prerequisite: None
Lecture: 3; Seminar: 1
Offered: Fall (open to non-Theatre majors)
THEA 1171 Creative Movement for the Stage (3 credits)
This course is a practical workshop in movement for the actor. It initiates the exploration and development of the body as an instrument for theatrical creativity and interpretation.
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Theatre Program or permission of the Theatre Program Coordinator
Corequisite: THEA 1110 and THEA 1111
Lecture: 1; Laboratory: 5
Offered: Fall
THEA 1180 Play Production I (3 credits)
This is a practical course in theatre production. There will be active involvement in the Theatre Department productions as a production assistant and/or actor. Emphasis is on becoming familiar with the requirements and duties related to the myriad jobs involved in professional theatre production.
Prerequisite: Acceptance to Theatre Program or permission of the Theatre Program Coordinator.
Laboratory: 6
Offered: Fall
THEA 1210 Acting for the Stage: Level II(3 credits)
This course continues to explore the actor's internal and external resources for the creation of character. Students participate in scenes and dramatic exercises with emphasis on script analysis and acting styles appropriate to specific plays, playwrights and genres.
To find out where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide.
Prerequisite: THEA 1110 or permission of instructor
Lecture: 1; Laboratory: 5
Offered: Winter
THEA 1211 Advanced Speech for the Stage (3 credits)
This is a practical workshop where students practice the basic techniques learned in THEA 1111. This course will stress the reading and interpretation of prose, drama and poetry.
To find out where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide.
Prerequisite: THEA 1111
Lecture: 1; Laboratory: 5
Offered: Winter
THEA 1230 Theatre History II (3 credits)
This is a survey course that explores Western theatre from the 17th Century to the 20th Century. Students will learn about the innovations in theatre styles and staging conventions that have occurred since the Renaissance. By attending live theatre productions, students will strengthen their critical skills and gain an appreciation for the way historical methods are adapted in contemporary productions. Students will also participate in group discussions of representative plays.
To find out where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide.
Prerequisite: None
Lecture: 3; Seminar: 1
Offered: Winter (open to non-Theatre majors)
THEA 1271 Advanced Problems in Stage Movement (3 credits)
This course is a practical workshop in movement for the actor. It continues the exploration and development of the body as an instrument for theatrical creativity and interpretation. A greater understanding of character physicalization in relation to acting is emphasized. Work in dance techniques and stylized movement is also included.
Prerequisite: THEA 1171
Corequisite: THEA 1210 and THEA 1211
Lecture: 1; Laboratory 5
Offered: Winter
THEA 1280 Play Production II (3 credits)
This is a practical course in theatre production. There will be active involvement in the Theatre Department productions as a production assistant and/or actor. Emphasis is on becoming familiar with the requirements and duties related to the myriad jobs involved in professional theatre production.
Prerequisite: THEA 1180
Laboratory: 6
Offered: Winter
THEA 2310 Acting for the Stage: Level III (3 credits)
This course continues to explore the actor's internal and external resources for the creation of character. Students participate in scenes and dramatic exercises with emphasis on script analysis, historical research, and acting styles appropriate to specific plays, playwrights, and genres.
Prerequisite: THEA 1210
Lecture: 1; Laboratory: 5
Offered: Fall
THEA 2311 Voice and Movement on Stage (3 credits)
This course is a practical workshop in the use of body/voice as an instrument for theatrical creativity and interpretation. It is designed to reinforce the vocal and physical tools already required by the student actor and to guide the integration of these techniques into the reactive dramatic situation in order to find the organic reality of a character.
Prerequisites: THEA 1110, 1111, 1210, 1211, 1171, 1271
Corequisite: THEA 2310
Lecture: 1; Laboratory: 5
Offered: Fall
THEA 2380 Play Production III (6 credits)
This is a practical course in theatre production. There will be active involvement in the Theatre Department productions as a production assistant and/or actor. Emphasis is on becoming familiar with the requirements and duties related to the myriad jobs involved in professional theatre production.
Prerequisite: THEA 1280
Laboratory: 12
Offered: Fall
THEA 2410 Acting for Film (3 credits)
This course introduces students to the vocabulary and techniques unique to film, identifying and practicing vocal, physical and emotional exercises to create a film acting technique and making students familiar with current industry standards and terminology with regard to the actor's craft in film and television.
Prerequisite: THEA 2310
THEA 2411 Voice and Movement on Stage II (3 credits)
This course is a practical workshop. It continues the development of the body/voice as an instrument for theatrical creativity and interpretation. It is designed to further reinforce the vocal and physical tools already acquired by the student actor; to guide the integration of these techniques into the creative dramatic situation (in either theatre, film or television); and to find the organic reality of a character.
Prerequisite: THEA 1111, 1211, 1171, 1271, 2311
THEA 2480 Play Production IV (6 credits)
This is a practical course in theatre production. There will be active involvement in the Theatre Department productions as a production assistant and/or actor. Emphasis is on becoming familiar with the requirements and duties related to the myriad jobs involved in professional theatre production.
Prerequisite: THEA 2380
Laboratory: 12
Offered: Winter