Courses

DRAM 1120
Theatre Arts Lab I
Open to all students interested in theatre. Credit is earned for acting, technical work, or other participation. Limited to one semester credit hour each semester. Each course may be taken up to two times. Lecture Hrs = 0, Lab Hrs = 6
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DRAM 1121
Theater Arts Lab II
Open to all students interested in theatre. Credit is earned for acting, technical work, or other participation. Limited to one semester credit hour. Each course may be taken up to two times. Lecture Hrs = 0, Lab Hrs = 6
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DRAM 1310
Introduction to the Theatre
An introduction to the nature of theatre art and the dramatic genres, and the functions of the basic practices of the playwright, actor, director, and designer in contemporary theatre. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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DRAM 1330
Elementary Stagecraft
Introduction to the technical aspects of set design, lighting, sound, costumes, and makeup. Participation in the Drama Department's productions required. Lecture Hrs = 2, Lab Hrs = 2
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DRAM 1341
Principles of Theatrical Makeup
The principles of straight and character makeup, intensive practical application, and experience in stage productions are provided to the student. Lecture Hrs = 1, Lab Hrs = 2
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DRAM 1342
Introduction to Costume
Principles and techniques of costume design and construction for theatrical productions. Lecture Hrs. = 3, Lab Hrs. = 3
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DRAM 1351
Introduction to Acting
Introduction to the basic techniques of acting, with major emphasis on diction and character development. Opportunity to participate in the Drama Department's productions. Class scenes required. Lecture Hrs = 2, Lab Hrs = 2
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DRAM 1352
Advanced Acting
Study and practical experience in problems of creating characterization with emphasis on developing vocal and physical skill in acting. Lecture Hrs = 2, Lab Hrs = 2
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DRAM 2120
Theatre Arts Lab III
Open to all students interested in theatre. Credit is earned for acting, technical work, or other participation. Limited to one semester credit hour each semester. Each course may be taken up to two times. Lecture Hrs = 0, Lab Hrs = 6
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DRAM 2121
Theater Arts Lab IV
Open to all students interested in theatre. Credit is earned for acting, technical work or other participation. Course can be taken up to two times. Lecture Hrs = 0, Lab Hrs = 6
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DRAM 2189
Theatre Academic Cooperative
Individualized instruction or supervised projects in various areas of theatre. Lecture Hrs = 0, Lab Hrs = 0, External Hrs = 6
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DRAM 2331
Advanced Stagecraft
General consideration of the art of the theatre as it relates to the stage, scenery, and lighting for college production. Participation in Drama Department's productions required. Lecture Hrs = 2, Lab Hrs = 2
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DRAM 2336
Voice and Diction
Open to all students interested in improving their diction. Development of the voice and proper diction. Coaching of the individual student with the aid of audio taping and an audio journal. Same as SPCH 1342. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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DRAM 2361
History of Theatre I
Survey of growth and development of the theatre from its beginnings to 1660 with consideration of dramatic literature, physical theatre, style of presentation, and social significance of theatre. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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DRAM 2362
History of Theatre II
Survey of growth and development of the theatre from 1660 to the present with consideration of dramatic literature, physical theatre, style of presentation, and social significance of theatre. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0
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DRAM 2366
History and Development of Motion Pictures
A survey of the history and development of motion pictures with emphasis on analysis and understanding of significant movements and schools of filmmaking, critical approaches, sociological impact, and visual aesthetics of motion pictures. Two lecture hours and one two-hour film screening a week for one semester. Lecture Hrs = 2, Lab Hrs = 2
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