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Courses

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Programs

Course ID

Course ID	Course
THTR 362	THTR 362 Acting III: Shakespeare Course Credits: 3 An advanced scene-study class exploring Shakespeare in performance. Students are expected to carefully analyze assigned Shakespearean texts as part of their preparation. Prerequisite(s): THTR 161, 162; 261, 262, 275. NB: Not offered every year.
THTR 375	THTR 375 Voice and Movement III Course Credits: 3 Building on previous voice and movement courses, this course encourages students to further develop their physical and vocal instruments, seeking deeper exploration and more creative expression. Prerequisite(s): THTR 261, 275. NB: Attendance at theatre performances is required.
THTR 383	THTR 383 Drama for Church Ministry Course Credits: 3 A study of the broad range of issues involved in leading a church drama ministry. The course focuses on writing and directing, and provides an overview of the various facets of production relevant to mounting dramatic works of various types in a church setting. Issues relating to staffing and leadership are also covered. Prerequisite(s): THTR 161, 130 or permission of the instructor. NB: Not offered every year .See department chair.
THTR 390	THTR 390 Special Topics in Theatre Course Credits: 3 Topics vary from year to year. Prerequisite(s): Vary according to specifics of course. NB: Not offered every year .See department chair.
THTR 391	THTR 391 Developmental Drama Course Credits: 3 This course examines various modes of children's theatre: puppetry, mask, reader's theatre, storytelling, and plays that have been written for children and participators. This course is recommended for future educators. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 103, 104, third or fourth standing and instructor's consent.
THTR 392	THTR 392 Theatre with Children Course Credits: 3 An introduction to the use of drama in the classroom and for educational purposes. This course is recommended for future educators. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 103, 104, third or fourth standing and instructor's consent.
THTR 441	THTR 441 Drama to 1642 Course Credits: 3 A study of English drama from its liturgical origins to the closing of the theatres in 1642, including medieval mystery cycles and morality plays, as well as works by Elizabethan, Jacobean, and Caroline playwrights. Cross-listed: ENGL 451. Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English and third or fourth year standing; or 6 sem. hrs. of English and 3 sem. hrs. of theatre and third or fourth year standing; or instructor's consent. NB: Not offered every year .See department chair.
THTR 442	THTR 442 18th Century Drama Course Credits: 3 A survey of the English drama of the eighteenth century. An examination of representative works of the London stage and comparative continental dramas, in transition and in cultural context. Cross-listed: ENGL 462. Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English and third or fourth year standing; or 6 sem. hrs. of English and 3 sem. hrs. of theatre and third or fourth year standing; or instructor's consent. NB: Not offered every year .See department chair.
THTR 461	THTR 461 Acting IV: Auditioning Course Credits: 3 An overview and exploration of the skills and resources needed to successfully audition for live theatre or graduate school. Students prepare monologues and songs, develop an acting resume, and improve improvisation and cold reading skills relevant to auditions. Prerequisite(s): THTR 161, 162; 261, 262; 175, 275. NB: Not offered every year .See department chair.

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