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Fall 2008 Class Schedule

Updated: October 9, 2008

Theatre Arts (TA)


TA 300    Introduction to the Theatre    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; OR placement through assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course surveys the literary, cultural and historical aspects of theatre arts. It is an audience oriented, non-performance theatre arts course open to all students. (CAN DRAM 18) AA/AS area B; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   G.Russell            ARC MAIN Rm 483      20533
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   G.Russell            ARC MAIN Rm 483      23481


TA 306    Diversity in American Drama (1960 to Present)    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; OR placement through assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course surveys the theatrical (not the literary) expression of native-American, African-American, Latino, and Asian-American theatre from 1960 to the present, including the social, political, cultural, and economic climate in which the theatre was created, and other special interest group theatrical expression as appropriate.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Rm 483      20535


TA 310    Introduction to Film    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; OR placement through assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course explores the artistic, business, and social elements of modern film. It examines the elements that go into making films: acting, directing, cinematography, writing and editing. It investigates the techniques used to manipulate the audience into fear, laughter and sadness; and compares the commercial box office hit and "movie star" to enduring artistic films and actors. The class will view and analyze films to evaluate filmmaking techniques and the impact of films and the movie business on society.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 23-Oct 17
MW           06:00PM-09:10PM   LEC   D.Williams           Natomas Inderkum A116 23345

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Raef 160    23284
Sa           10:30AM-01:35PM   LEC   R.Irvin              ARC MAIN Raef 162    21407
F            12:30PM-03:35PM   LEC   R.Hoopman            ARC MAIN Rm 420      23976
M            01:30PM-04:35PM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN Rm 420      22897


TA 312    History of Film    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; OR placement through assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: Art of the motion picture, using both lectures and films. Students study the history of motion pictures, view and evaluate films which are landmarks in the art of movie making.

Schedule: Five Week - Second, Oct 01-Nov 05
MW           05:30PM-09:55PM   LEC   R.Hellesen           ARC MAIN Rm 420      23282

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   R.Booth              ARC MAIN D 113       26152
T            01:30PM-04:35PM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN Raef 160    26154


TA 318    Diversity in American Film    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; OR placement through assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course surveys the cinematic expression of artists often underrepresented in the main-stream media such as women, Native-Americans, African-Americans, Latinos, Asian-Americans and gays and lesbians. Media stereotypes and the social, political and cultural climate that created them will be covered through films, lecture and discussion.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Rm 614      23755
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Rm 613      26153
T            07:00PM-10:05PM   LEC   D.Williams           ARC MAIN Rm 512      22167


TA 320    Cinema Genres    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; OR placement through assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course studies one or more film topics or genres. It explores specific types of film in depth concentrating on historical and technical changes in that genre. It covers the style of directing, acting and design for that genre. It examines specific actors, directors, writers, cinematographers, producers, and/or studios who specialized in that area. This course may be taken four times for credit on different topics.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Horror/Thriller
Th           07:00PM-10:05PM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN Raef 160    23482
Horror and Thriller films will be the focus for this fall's hair-raising film class. Prepare to explore "how and why they did that" from some of the most famous horror and thriller films, as well as studying the people who made them. This is an excellent way to prepare for Halloween and start your horror/thriller filmmaking career.


TA 344    Improvisation and Theatre Games    2 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This class will include theatre games and improvisational exercises designed to develop trust and cooperation, mental acuity, and physical and vocal range as an actor. Improvisation technique will be built from the ground up, providing a strong foundation for advanced work in non-scripted performance and also in modern rehearsal technique that involves extensive use of improvisation.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
F            12:30PM-01:20PM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN Rm 613      25332
F            01:30PM-04:35PM   LAB   P.Downs              ARC MAIN Rm 613      


TA 350    Theory and Techniques of Acting I    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; OR placement through assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course explores the major theories and techniques of acting, including improvisation, physical expressiveness, voice production, character portrayal and scene work.

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Oct 18-Dec 12
MW           06:00PM-09:10PM   LEC   J.Stevens            Natomas Inderkum F132 23346

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN Rm 613      20541
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Rm 613      20539
F            09:00AM-12:05PM   LEC   C.Fortner            ARC MAIN Rm 613      23973
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 20543
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Rm 613      23483
MW           01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Rm 613      20545
TTh          01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Rm 613      20546
TTh          05:30PM-06:50PM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Rm 614      26157


TA 351    Theory and Techniques of Acting - II    3 Units

Prerequisite: TA 350 or TA 480 Honors with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course covers the application of acting theories and techniques to scripts of realistic drama, memorized scenes, various acting exercises and audition pieces--all of which are presented in the classroom. (CAN DRAM 22)

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 20547


TA 356    Acting for the Camera - I    3 Units

Prerequisite: TA 350 or TA 480 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This is an introductory course in the theory and technique of acting for film and video, focusing on the differences between stage acting and acting for the camera. Scenes and commercials are enacted and played back on videotape for class critiquing.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
MW           10:30AM-11:20AM   LEC   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Rm 614      20939
MW           11:30AM-12:50PM   LAB   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Rm 614      


TA 370    Theatre Movement    2 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is an active participation and performance experience designed to provide opportunities in discovery and solving movement tasks of the actor. The course incorporates exercises to expand the individual's movement for characters and scenes, as well as training in specific movement areas, such as combat, period style, and dance. The course may be taken four times for credit.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
MW           09:45AM-10:10AM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 22358
MW           10:20AM-11:40AM   LAB   TBA                  ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 


TA 375    Voice, Diction and Dialects    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; OR placement through assessment process.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course focuses on the overall improvement of vocal quality, explores monologue and dialog performances, and develops confidence in speaking and voice production. It emphasizes self-improvement drills involving breath control, resonance, pitch, inflection and articulation and introduces a study of the vocal mechanism, its parts and their functions. Additionally, this course covers the study and application of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), and includes a special study and application of stage dialects and/or accent reduction.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   C.Fortner            ARC MAIN Rm 483      20550


TA 420    Stagecraft    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: MATH 25, ENGWR 51 and ENGRD 15.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 72 hours LAB
Description: This course is an introduction to backstage and the creation of scenery for theatre, film and television. It covers design styles, painting, set construction, set movement techniques, properties construction, backstage and rehearsal organization and management, and career possibilities. The course combines lectures, reading and projects with practical experience gained from working on department production. (CAN DRAM 12)

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
MW           01:30PM-02:20PM   LEC   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 
MW           02:30PM-03:50PM   LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 23485
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             23485
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 23758
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             23758


TA 422    Stage Lighting    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: MATH 25, ENGWR 51 and ENGRD 15.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 72 hours LAB
Description: This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of lighting for stage, film and television. The course covers the planning of lighting from the basics of electricity, equipment and control, to the design elements of color, space, scenery and movement to produce a lighting design. (CAN DRAM 10)

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
TTh          01:00PM-01:50PM   LEC   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 23286
TTh          02:00PM-03:20PM   LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             


TA 430    Costume Construction    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGWR 51 and ENGRD 15 or ESLW 310 and ESLR 310, or placement through assessment.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course explores the basic areas of costume construction: fabrics, color, patterns, sewing techniques, costume pieces and accessories. Period styles, costume analysis and basic design are also covered. Costume construction will be for theatrical productions. Students gain experience by constructing costumes for theatrical productions. May be taken twice for credit.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
MW           10:30AM-11:20AM   LEC   G.Russell            ARC MAIN Rm 611      23756
MW           11:30AM-12:50PM   LAB   G.Russell            ARC MAIN Rm 611      


TA 433    Costume Production    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: TA 430.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course explores the process of developing costumes for theatrical productions through the set-up, creation, and assembly of costumes for mainstage productions. Projects focus on developing sewing, craft, and patterning skills, clothing alteration methods and working with fabrics, hats and accessories, dyes and textile paints as utilized in each production. Additionally the course examines the design process and period styles associated with each production. This course is open to all skill levels. It may be taken four times for a maximum of twelve units.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
TBA          TBA               LAB   G.Russell            ARC MAIN Rm 611      22362
This semester explores costumes from the 1880s to the 1920s in connection with the two productions Jekyll and Hyde and Before Amelia. Students create their own schedule to complete their lab hours during the afternoon open lab times. The first group meeting is Weds. Aug 27 at 1:30 pm. If you cannot make the first meeting, contact the costume staff at 484-8717.


TA 434    Vintage Costuming    .5-2 Units

Same As: FASHN 334
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 051 and ENGRD 015, or ESLW 310 and ESLR 310 or placement through assessment process.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course covers the factors that influence historical costume design and production. Principles and techniques involved in developing and constructing a period costume included. The course demonstrate these by fabricating their own costumes. The historical period will change each semester. May be taken four times for credit on different topics with a maximum of 8 units. Not open to those who have completed FASHN 334 on the same topic.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
TBA          TBA               LEC   G.Russell             TBA TBA             27093
TBA          TBA               LAB   G.Russell             TBA TBA             


TA 437    Stage Make Up - I    2 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course covers the basic techniques of theatrical makeup. It explores makeup materials, color and light, and modeling techniques in the development of makeup designs for youth, middle and old age, historical persons, stylized faces, clowns, animals, and fantasy makeup. (CAN DRAM 14)

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
TTh          10:30AM-10:55AM   LEC   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Rm 519      22066
TTh          11:00AM-12:20PM   LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Rm 520      


TA 460    Rehearsal and Performance    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: Audition/Interview.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides a workshop training experience in the preparation and performance of collegiate theatre productions. Actors audition with the director of acting, singing or dancing roles. Students interested in technical work interview for backstage positions in stage management, crewing, set construction, costumes and makeup, lighting and sound, box office and publicity. May be taken four times for credit.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 20942
TBA          TBA               LAB   G.Russell            ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 20942
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 21434
TBA          TBA               LAB   G.Russell            ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 21434
TBA          TBA               LAB   K.Shearer            ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 21434


TA 461    Rehearsal and Performance - Drama    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: Audition.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides a workshop training experience in the preparation and performance of dramatic theatre productions. Actors audition with the director for acting roles. Students interested in technical work interview for backstage positions in stage management, crewing, set construction, costumes and makeup, lighting and sound, box office and publicity. May be taken four times for credit for a maximum of 12 units.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Fall Drama
MTWThF       07:00PM-09:50PM   LAB   R.Irvin              ARC MAIN Rm 613      22420

Before Amelia
Written and directed by Bob Irvin
The story of Bessie Coleman: the world's first African-American aviatrix. Fly high with Amelia Earhart's predecessor - an aeronautic daredevil and pioneer.!!! Roles for 5 African Americans and 1 Caucasian.
Audition Dates: Tuesday and Wednesday, September 2 and 3, 2008, at 7pm in Room 613
Rehearsal Dates: September 29-November 20, 2008
Performance Dates: November 21-30, 2008

Fall Drama
MTWThF       07:00PM-09:50PM   LAB   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Rm 613      22420

Before Amelia
Written and directed by Bob Irvin
The story of Bessie Coleman: the world's first African-American aviatrix. Fly high with Amelia Earhart's predecessor - an aeronautic daredevil and pioneer.!!! Roles for 5 African Americans and 1 Caucasian.
Audition Dates: Tuesday and Wednesday, September 2 and 3, 2008, at 7pm in Room 613
Rehearsal Dates: September 29-November 20, 2008
Performance Dates: November 21-30, 2008


TA 465    Rehearsal and Performance - Musical    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: Audition.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides a workshop training experience in the preparation and performance of musical theatre productions. Actors audition with the director for acting roles. Students interested in technical work interview for backstage positions in stage management, crewing, set construction, costumes and makeup, lighting and sound, box office and publicity. May be taken four times for credit for a maximum of 12 units.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Fall Musical
MTWThF       07:00PM-09:50PM   LAB   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 20943

Jekyll and Hyde
Directed by Nancy Silva
An evocative tale of the epic battle between good and evil, "Jekyll & Hyde" is based on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story about the brilliant Dr. Jekyll whose experiments with human personality unwittingly unleash his own dark side, wreaking havoc in the streets of late 19th century London as the savage, maniacal Edward Hyde. "Jekyll & Hyde" is pure pulse-pounding theatre, with that same macabre combination of fun and fright that fuels such classics as "Sweeney Todd" and "The Phantom Of The Opera."
Auditions open to all ages and ethnic groups.
Audition Dates: Monday and Tuesday, July 28 and 29, at 7pm in the Theatre
Rehearsal Dates: August 18-October 9, 2008
Performance Dates: October 10-26, 2008

Fall Musical
MTWThF       07:00PM-09:50PM   LAB   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 20943

Jekyll and Hyde
Directed by Nancy Silva
An evocative tale of the epic battle between good and evil, "Jekyll & Hyde" is based on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story about the brilliant Dr. Jekyll whose experiments with human personality unwittingly unleash his own dark side, wreaking havoc in the streets of late 19th century London as the savage, maniacal Edward Hyde. "Jekyll & Hyde" is pure pulse-pounding theatre, with that same macabre combination of fun and fright that fuels such classics as "Sweeney Todd" and "The Phantom Of The Opera."
Auditions open to all ages and ethnic groups.
Audition Dates: Monday and Tuesday, July 28 and 29, at 7pm in the Theatre
Rehearsal Dates: August 18-October 9, 2008
Performance Dates: October 10-26, 2008


TA 466    Rehearsal and Performance - Musical Ensemble    .5-3 Units

Same As: MUP 370
Prerequisite: None.
Enrollment Limitation: Audition
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course explores the development of a musical theatre production presented before the campus and community. A different production will be presented each semester the course is offered. May be taken four times for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Not open to students who are taking MUP 370 for the same production.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 23-Oct 17
Fall Musical
TBA          TBA               LAB   T.Shearer             TBA TBA             20941

Jekyll and Hyde
Directed by Nancy Silva
An evocative tale of the epic battle between good and evil, "Jekyll & Hyde" is based on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story about the brilliant Dr. Jekyll whose experiments with human personality unwittingly unleash his own dark side, wreaking havoc in the streets of late 19th century London as the savage, maniacal Edward Hyde. "Jekyll & Hyde" is pure pulse-pounding theatre, with that same macabre combination of fun and fright that fuels such classics as "Sweeney Todd" and "The Phantom Of The Opera."
Auditions open to all ages and ethnic groups.
Audition Dates: Monday and Tuesday, July 28 and 29, at 7pm in the Theatre
Rehearsal Dates: August 18-October 9, 2008
Performance Dates: October 10-26, 2008

Fall Musical
TBA          TBA               LAB   L.Lehr                TBA TBA             20941

Jekyll and Hyde
Directed by Nancy Silva
An evocative tale of the epic battle between good and evil, "Jekyll & Hyde" is based on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story about the brilliant Dr. Jekyll whose experiments with human personality unwittingly unleash his own dark side, wreaking havoc in the streets of late 19th century London as the savage, maniacal Edward Hyde. "Jekyll & Hyde" is pure pulse-pounding theatre, with that same macabre combination of fun and fright that fuels such classics as "Sweeney Todd" and "The Phantom Of The Opera."
Auditions open to all ages and ethnic groups.
Audition Dates: Monday and Tuesday, July 28 and 29, at 7pm in the Theatre
Rehearsal Dates: August 18-October 9, 2008
Performance Dates: October 10-26, 2008

Fall Musical
TBA          TBA               LAB   K.Shearer             TBA TBA             20941

Jekyll and Hyde
Directed by Nancy Silva
An evocative tale of the epic battle between good and evil, "Jekyll & Hyde" is based on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story about the brilliant Dr. Jekyll whose experiments with human personality unwittingly unleash his own dark side, wreaking havoc in the streets of late 19th century London as the savage, maniacal Edward Hyde. "Jekyll & Hyde" is pure pulse-pounding theatre, with that same macabre combination of fun and fright that fuels such classics as "Sweeney Todd" and "The Phantom Of The Opera."
Auditions open to all ages and ethnic groups.
Audition Dates: Monday and Tuesday, July 28 and 29, at 7pm in the Theatre
Rehearsal Dates: August 18-October 9, 2008
Performance Dates: October 10-26, 2008


TA 470    Rehearsal and Performance II    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 461, 462, 463, 464, 465, and 466 with a grade of "C" or better and audition.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides intermediate level workshop training experiences in the preparation and performance of dramatic theatre productions. It examines the techniques of play production through practical audition rehearsal and performance for the actor, director and stage manager. It explores the design and technical elements of a production through practical experience opportunities in set construction, costumes, makeup, lighting, sound, box office and publicity. May be taken four times for credit for a maximum of 12 units.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             22254


TA 480    Honors Theory and Techniques of Acting    3 Units

Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above; two semester of high school drama; ENGWR 300 or 480 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: The major theories and techniques of acting, including improvisation, physical expressiveness, voice production and memorized scenes. Supplementary reading and writing required. Attendance at live theatrical performances required.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Rm 613      20538

Fall 2008 Class Schedule

Updated: October 9, 2008

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