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View/Print PDFDRMA 100|Theatre Study Tour
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 100, THA 100
Students participate in a field trip experience to attend professional, commercial theatre. Destinations are selected among Ashland, Los Angeles, Seattle, San Francisco, Portland, and New York City. Students meet for analysis and discussions before and after attending the planned events. Fees apply. May be repeated for credit.
DRMA& 101|Intro to Theatre [H]
5 Credits
Formerly DRMA& 101, THA 115
An exploration of the many facets of theatre and the many creative artists who comprise the theatre arts. Students study the history of theatre, styles of production, plays, playwrights, directors, actors, critics, and designers.
DRMA 105|Rehearsal and Performance
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 105, THA 105
Participation in college theatre productions on stage and backstage. After play auditions for each quarter, the class, composed of students selected for cast and production staff positions, are involved in rehearsals and performances. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee
DRMA 106|Rehearsal and Performance
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 106, THA 106
Participation in college theatre productions on stage and backstage. After play auditions for each quarter, the class, composed of students selected for cast and production staff positions, are involved in rehearsals and performances. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee
DRMA 107|Rehearsal and Performance
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 107, THA 107
Participation in college theatre productions on stage and backstage. After play auditions for each quarter, the class, composed of students selected for cast and production staff positions, is involved in rehearsals and performances. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee
DRMA 110|Creative Dramatics
3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 110, THA 110
A course in the fundamentals of creative dramatics. This course fosters some competency in teaching drama skills to children, through the combined use of theatre games, improvisation, class exercises, lectures, and discussion. Recommended for Education majors. It is recommended that students complete DRMA 225 prior to enrollment.
DRMA 120|Acting-Beginning
5 Credits
Formerly DRMA 120, THA 120
An introduction to acting course. This course focuses on creating a character with internal truth that is presented with an awareness of external craft, including interpretive skills, through a variety of exploratory exercises. Class culminates in performance final.
DRMA 121|Acting-Intermediate
5 Credits
Formerly DRMA 121, THA 121
An intermediate studio acting course which is a continuation of DRMA 120. This course continues its focus on creating a character with internal truth that is presented with an awareness of external craft, including interpretive skills, through a variety of exploratory exercises. Class culminates in performance final. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee
Prerequisite
Completion of DRMA 120 with a 0.7 or higher, or instructor permission.
DRMA 126|Stagecraft
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 126, THA 126
A study of the technical aspects of stage craft, and some design, with an emphasis on construction techniques. During lab times, students gain a working knowledge of shop tools, their application, shop safety, and crew protocol._x000A_$11.40 lab fee.
DRMA 127|Stagecraft
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 127, THA 127
A study of the technical aspects of stage craft, and some design, with an emphasis on construction techniques. During lab times, students gain a working knowledge of shop tools, their application, shop safety, and crew protocol. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee
DRMA 128|Stagecraft
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 128, THA 128
A study of the technical aspects of stage craft, and some design, with an emphasis on construction techniques. During lab times, students gain a working knowledge of shop tools, their application, shop safety, and crew protocol. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee
DRMA 198|Special Studies
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 198, DRMA 199
A class used to explore new coursework.
DRMA 199|Special Studies
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 198, DRMA 199
A class used to explore new coursework.
DRMA 200|Theatre Study Tour
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 200, THA 200
Students participate in a field trip experience to attend professional, commercial theatre. Destinations are selected among Ashland, Los Angeles, Seattle, San Francisco, Portland, and New York City. Students meet for analysis and discussions before and after attending the planned events. Fees apply. May be repeated for credit.
DRMA 215|Survey of Theatre History [H]
5 Credits
Formerly DRMA 215, THA 215
This is a survey course that covers significant trends and innovations throughout theatre history from its inception in ancient Greece through the present. The emphasis, however, is on early theatre and its development and evolution.
DRMA 216|Acting for The Camera
3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 216, THA 216
Instruction and practice in the basics of acting for both TV and film style productions: playing to the camera, shooting out of sequence, blocking, and other production considerations.
Prerequisite
Completion of DRMA 120 with a 0.7 or higher, or instructor permission.
DRMA 220|Acting Studio
1–3 Credits
A professional acting studio which utilizes class performances of scenes and monologues, as well as class discussions of theory. This course focuses on creating a character with internal truth (Stanislavskian-based) that is presented with an awareness of external craft including interpretive skills. Emphasis is placed on actor coaching and discovery. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee
Prerequisite
Completion of DRMA 120 with a 0.7 or higher, or instructor permission.
DRMA 221|Acting Studio
1–3 Credits
A professional acting studio which utilizes class performances of scenes and monologues, as well as class discussions of theory. This course focuses on creating a character with internal truth (Stanislavskian-based) that is presented with an awareness of external craft including interpretive skills. Emphasis is placed on actor coaching and discovery.
Prerequisite
Completion of DRMA 120 with a 0.7 or higher, or instructor permission.
DRMA 222|Acting Studio
1–3 Credits
A professional acting studio which utilizes class performances of scenes and monologues, as well as class discussions of theory. This course focuses on creating a character with internal truth (Stanislavskian-based) that is presented with an awareness of external craft including interpretive skills. Emphasis is placed on actor coaching and discovery.
Prerequisite
Completion of DRMA 120 with a 0.7 or higher, or instructor permission.
DRMA 225|Touring Children's Theatre
1–3 Credits
This course involves adapting and developing material from children's stories and original literature into theatrical presentations. Emphasis is on ensemble acting and improvisation skills. The second half of the quarter focuses on performance as group tours area grade schools. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee
DRMA 242|Design Essential
3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 242, THA 242
This is an introductory course in developing basic skills in visualization, period research, graphic techniques, and script interpretation for theatre design; the focus being on scenic and costume design approaches.
DRMA 243|Stage Costuming
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 243, THA 243
An introductory course in the theory and practice of stage costume design and construction. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee
DRMA 244|Stage Makeup
1–2 Credits
Formerly DRMA 244, THA 244
A course covering the basics of stage makeup design as an extension of characterization. Students learn the techniques of makeup application, including youth, middle-age, old-age, and specialty makeup.
DRMA 245|Sound Design
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 245, THA 245
An introduction to sound design for theatre. This class focuses on the equipment, typical set-ups for theatre, and the design concepts for the use of sound in today's theatre environments.
Prerequisite
Completion of DRMA 242 with a 0.7 or higher, or instructor permission.
DRMA 246|Stage Lighting
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 246, THA 246
A beginning course in the theory and practice of stage lighting. This course is a ''hands-on'' approach to design and technical drawing. Lab time involves, ''hang and focus'' crew techniques and protocol, and special projects. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee
DRMA 248|Stage Management
2 Credits
Formerly DRMA 248, THA 248
Examines the work of a stage manager. This course covers management of the stage and explores the ''business'' aspects of commercial theatre. Emphasis is on preparing students for stage managing in the commercial theatre and to prepare students for a theatre career with an enlightened view of theatre as a business.
DRMA 249|Special Studies
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 249, THA 249
Topics vary from among dramatic literature, acting styles, directing, theory criticism, aesthetics, history, and design. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite
Requirements to enroll in this class varies by quarter; please check with the instructor.
DRMA 250|Directing for The Stage
3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 250, THA 250
An introductory course in the theory and practice of directing for the stage. Students explore analysis, interpretation, and concept formulation of dramatic literature. Communication and collaboration is emphasized.
Prerequisite
Completion of DRMA 120 with a 0.7 or higher, or instructor permission.
DRMA 298|Special Studies
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 298, DRMA 299
A class used to explore new coursework.
DRMA 299|Special Studies - Scene Painting
1–3 Credits
Formerly DRMA 298, DRMA 299
A class used to explore new coursework.