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 provides a general introduction to live theatre as an artistic and social force. It surveys the literary, cultural, and historical aspects of theatre arts. This is an audience-oriented, non-performance course open to all students. Field trips may be required.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   C.Fortner            ARC MAIN Tech Ed 325 10154
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   G.Russell            ARC MAIN Tech Ed 326 15558

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 22-Dec 17
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Rm 483      10158

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 22-Oct 16
MW           06:00PM-09:10PM   LEC   D.Williams           Natomas Inderkum A116 15350

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Raef 160    15256
Sa           10:30AM-01:35PM   LEC   R.Irvin              ARC MAIN Raef 162    11832
F            12:30PM-03:35PM   LEC   R.Irvin              ARC MAIN Rm 420      16106
M            01:30PM-04:35PM   LEC   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Rm 420      14556

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: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   R.Hellesen           ARC MAIN Rm 602      17284
T            01:30PM-04:35PM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN Raef 160    17288

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 22-Dec 17
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Rm 483      15808
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Rm 483      17286
T            07:00PM-10:05PM   LEC   D.Williams           ARC MAIN Rm 512      13228

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 a specific genre. Additional topics include the style of directing, acting, and design for that genre. It examines specific actors, directors, writers, cinematographers, producers, and/or studios for that genre. This course may be taken four times for credit on different genres. Field trips may be required.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
Horror Films
W            01:30PM-04:35PM   LEC   R.Hellesen           ARC MAIN Rm 420      32074
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 22-Dec 17
TTh          05:00PM-05:25PM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN HeEd 700    17008
TTh          05:35PM-06:50PM   LAB   P.Downs              ARC MAIN HeEd 700    

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 17-Dec 11
MW           06:00PM-09:10PM   LEC   J.Stevens            Natomas Inderkum A116 15352

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN Rm 602      10170
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 10166
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 10174
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Raef 161    15562
MW           01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 10176
TTh          01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   S.Gularte            ARC MAIN HeEd 700    10178

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 22-Dec 17
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 10180

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 22-Dec 17
MW           10:30AM-11:20AM   LEC   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 10944
This class meets in the Theatre lobby

MW           11:30AM-12:50PM   LAB   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 
This class meets in the Theatre lobby

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 to solve 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, mime, period style, and dance. Field trips may be required.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           09:45AM-10:10AM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 13586
MW           10:20AM-11:40AM   LAB   S.Williams           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 22-Dec 17
M            06:00PM-09:05PM   LEC   C.Fortner            ARC MAIN HeEd 710    32415

TA 390    Directing and Play Production    3 Units

Prerequisite: TA 351 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 and ESLL 320 with a grade of "C" or better; OR placement through assessment process.
General Education: CSU Area C1
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is an introduction to directing and the elements of play production. It includes the process of preparing and analyzing a script for production, casting the show, blocking and rehearsing actors, and dealing with technical and promotion needs. It also includes directing scenes and preparing a prompt book.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
F            12:30PM-02:20PM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN HeEd 700    31482
F            02:30PM-05:45PM   LAB   P.Downs              ARC MAIN HeEd 700    

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 22-Dec 17
MW           01:30PM-02:20PM   LEC   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 
MW           02:30PM-03:50PM   LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 15566
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             15566
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 15814
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             15814

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 22-Dec 17
TTh          01:00PM-01:50PM   LEC   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 15260
TTh          02:00PM-03:20PM   LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             

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 22-Dec 17
TBA          TBA               LAB   G.Russell             TBA TBA             32985

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 22-Dec 17
TTh          10:30AM-10:55AM   LEC   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Rm 519      13048
TTh          11:00AM-12:20PM   LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Rm 519      

TA 460    Rehearsal and Performance    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Enrollment Limitation: 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 theatre productions. Students interested in acting audition with the director for acting, singing or dancing roles. Students interested in technical work interview for positions in stage management, crewing, set construction, costumes and makeup, lighting and sound, box office and publicity. Field trips may be required. This course may be taken four times for credit on different productions.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 10950
1.6-9.5 hours per week TBA

TBA          TBA               LAB   G.Russell            ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 10950
1.6-9.5 hours per week TBA

TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 11876
1.6 - 9.5 hours per week TBA

TBA          TBA               LAB   G.Russell            ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 11876
1.6 - 9.5 hours per week TBA

TBA          TBA               LAB   K.Shearer            ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 11876
1.6 - 9.5 hours per week TBA

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

Prerequisite: None.
Enrollment Limitation: 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 dramatic theatre productions. Students interested in acting 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. Field trips may be required. This course may be taken four times for credit on different dramatic productions for a maximum of 12 units.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
Fall Drama
TBA          TBA               LAB   N.Silva              Off Campus McClellan  13696
1.6 - 9.5 hours per week TBA


Fall Drama: To Be Announced
        Written by
        Directed by Nancy Silva
Join us for an exciting drama opening in November. Auditions open to all ages and ethnic groups.

Audition Dates: Tues. and Wed. Sept. 1 and 2, 2009 at 7 pm in Theatre Lobby.
Rehearsal Dates: Sept. 28 ¿ Nov. 19, 2009
Performance Dates: Nov. 20-29, 2009

Fall Drama
TBA          TBA               LAB   T.Shearer            Off Campus McClellan  13696
1.6 - 9.5 hours per week TBA


Fall Drama: To Be Announced
        Written by
        Directed by Nancy Silva
Join us for an exciting drama opening in November. Auditions open to all ages and ethnic groups.

Audition Dates: Tues. and Wed. Sept. 1 and 2, 2009 at 7 pm in Theatre Lobby.
Rehearsal Dates: Sept. 28 ¿ Nov. 19, 2009
Performance Dates: Nov. 20-29, 2009

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

Prerequisite: None.
Enrollment Limitation: 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 musical theatre productions, Students interested in acting 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. Field trips may be required. This course may be taken four times for credit on different musicals for a maximum of 12 units.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
Fall Musical
TBA          TBA               LAB   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 10952
Fall Musical: Footloose
Stage Adaptation by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie
Based on the original screenplay by Dean Pitchford
Music by Tom Snow
Lyrics by Dean Pitchford
Additional Music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar,
Kenny Loggins and Jim Steinman
Directed by Sam Williams

Based on the hit movie musical, this is the story of a big city kid who moves to a small town that has banned dancing, and shakes up the status quo. Set to the rocking rhythm of its Oscar and Tony nominated top 40 score, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people, guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind. Auditions open to all ages and ethnic groups.


Audition Dates: Monday and Tuesday July 13 and 14, at 7 pm in the Theatre
Rehearsal Dates: July 16 - Oct. 8, 2009.
Performance Dates: Oct. 9 - 25, 2009
Fall Musical
TBA          TBA               LAB   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 10952
Fall Musical: Footloose
Stage Adaptation by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie
Based on the original screenplay by Dean Pitchford
Music by Tom Snow
Lyrics by Dean Pitchford
Additional Music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar,
Kenny Loggins and Jim Steinman
Directed by Sam Williams

Based on the hit movie musical, this is the story of a big city kid who moves to a small town that has banned dancing, and shakes up the status quo. Set to the rocking rhythm of its Oscar and Tony nominated top 40 score, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people, guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind. Auditions open to all ages and ethnic groups.


Audition Dates: Monday and Tuesday July 13 and 14, at 7 pm in the Theatre
Rehearsal Dates: July 16 - Oct. 8, 2009.
Performance Dates: Oct. 9 - 25, 2009

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 22-Oct 16
Fall Musical
M            07:00PM-10:05PM   LAB   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Rm 512      10948
Fall Musical
M            07:00PM-10:05PM   LAB   S.Hamre              ARC MAIN Rm 512      10948
Fall Musical
M            07:00PM-10:05PM   LAB   K.Shearer            ARC MAIN Rm 512      10948
Fall Musical
Th           07:00PM-10:05PM   LAB   T.Shearer             TBA TBA             10948
This is your opportunity to play in the newly remodeled theatre as part of the exciting pit orchestra for the spectacular fall musical Footloose. Rehearsals are scheduled between Aug. 24 and Oct. 10; performance dates are Oct. 11-27. Participation in this orchestra will not conflict with other music groups. For further information, call 484-8023.

Fall Musical
Th           07:00PM-10:05PM   LAB   K.Shearer             TBA TBA             10948
This is your opportunity to play in the newly remodeled theatre as part of the exciting pit orchestra for the spectacular fall musical Footloose. Rehearsals are scheduled between Aug. 24 and Oct. 10; performance dates are Oct. 11-27. Participation in this orchestra will not conflict with other music groups. For further information, call 484-8023.

Fall Musical
Th           07:00PM-10:05PM   LAB   S.Hamre               TBA TBA             10948
This is your opportunity to play in the newly remodeled theatre as part of the exciting pit orchestra for the spectacular fall musical Footloose. Rehearsals are scheduled between Aug. 24 and Oct. 10; performance dates are Oct. 11-27. Participation in this orchestra will not conflict with other music groups. For further information, call 484-8023.

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 22-Dec 17
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             13392
1.6 - 9.5 hours per week TBA

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 22-Dec 17
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 10164