Updated: November 20, 2009
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, Jan 16-May 19
MW 09:00AM-10:20AM LEC R.Hellesen ARC MAIN Tech Ed 326 22493
TTh 09:00AM-10:20AM LEC G.Russell ARC MAIN Rm 483 26749
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, Jan 16-May 19
TTh 10:30AM-11:50AM LEC S.Williams ARC MAIN Rm 483 22495
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: Five Week - First, Jan 16-Feb 24
MW 05:30PM-10:05PM LEC R.Hellesen ARC MAIN Rm 420 27447
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
TTh 09:00AM-10:20AM LEC N.Silva ARC MAIN Raef 160 28265
F 12:30PM-03:35PM LEC R.Irvin ARC MAIN Rm 420 27065
W 01:30PM-04:35PM LEC N.Silva ARC MAIN Raef 161 26085
T 01:30PM-04:35PM LEC P.Downs ARC MAIN Raef 160 29331
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: Eight Week - First, Jan 16-Mar 15
MW 06:00PM-09:10PM LEC D.Williams Natomas Inderkum C222 29927
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
Th 01:30PM-04:35PM LEC P.Downs ARC MAIN Raef 160 28067
TA 314 History of Film: 1880's through 1950's 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 is an historical and critical survey of film as an art form. It emphasizes the evolution of artistic and technical facets of production in features, documentary and experimental films.
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
Sa 10:30AM-01:35PM LEC R.Irvin ARC MAIN Raef 162 32325
TA 315 History of Film: 1950's 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; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is an historical and critical survey of film as an art form. It emphasizes the evolution of artistic and technical facets of production in features, documentary and experimental films.
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
M 01:30PM-04:35PM LEC N.Silva ARC MAIN Raef 161 32297
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, Jan 16-May 19
TTh 09:00AM-10:30AM LEC T.Shearer ARC MAIN Tech Ed 326 26909
TTh 09:00AM-10:30AM LEC R.Hellesen ARC MAIN Tech Ed 326 26909
MW 09:00AM-10:20AM LEC N.Silva ARC MAIN Rm 483 23175
Th 07:00PM-10:05PM LEC D.Williams ARC MAIN Raef 160 25039
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, Jan 16-May 19
MW 04:00PM-04:25PM LEC P.Downs ARC MAIN HeEd 701 27453
MW 04:35PM-06:00PM LAB P.Downs ARC MAIN HeEd 701
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: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
TTh 10:30AM-12:00PM LEC J.Stevens ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 22503
MW 12:00PM-01:20PM LEC S.Williams ARC MAIN Tech Ed 326 22509
MW 01:30PM-02:50PM LEC S.Williams ARC MAIN Tech Ed 326 22513
TTh 01:30PM-02:50PM LEC N.Silva ARC MAIN HeEd 700 22515
TTh 05:30PM-06:50PM LEC S.Williams ARC MAIN HeEd 700 29353
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, Jan 16-May 19
TTh 09:00AM-10:20AM LEC S.Williams ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 22517
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, Jan 16-May 19
MW 10:30AM-11:20AM LEC N.Silva ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 23177
MW 11:30AM-12:50PM LAB N.Silva ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE
This class meets in the Theatre Lobby
TA 362 Styles of Acting: Classical 3 Units
Prerequisite: TA 350 or 480 with a grade of "C" or better.
Advisory: TA 300 and 351.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course explores the styles of acting required for Classic Theatre from the Greeks through Restoration. It will examine the actor's approach to the test as well as the voice and movement needs of classic styles. Styles include Greek, Commedia dell' Arte, Shakespeare, Comedy of Manners, and Restoration.
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
TTh 10:30AM-11:20AM LEC P.Downs ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 32328
TTh 11:30AM-12:50PM LAB P.Downs 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, Jan 16-May 19
MW 10:30AM-11:50AM LEC C.Fortner ARC MAIN Rm 483 29351
TA 377 Musical Theatre Techniques 3 Units
Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 350 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is a performance oriented course integrating acting and singing skills through the creation of a whole, unified character. The course is both an introduction for students with little or no previous musical theatre experience and a continuing performance forum for those with previous training. Primary emphasis in this course is placed on the three core areas of musical theatre performance: acting, singing, and movement. Field trips may be required.
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
MW 09:30AM-10:20AM LEC S.Williams ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 27449
MW 10:30AM-11:50AM LAB S.Williams ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE
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, Jan 16-May 19
MW 01:30PM-02:20PM LEC B.Burleson ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE
MW 02:30PM-03:50PM LAB B.Burleson ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 26755
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 26755
and TBA hours
MW 12:00PM-01:20PM LAB B.Burleson ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 29347
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 29347
and TBA hours
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, Jan 16-May 19
TTh 01:00PM-01:50PM LEC B.Burleson ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 26529
TTh 02:00PM-03:20PM LAB B.Burleson ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson 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, Jan 16-May 19
TTh 10:30AM-10:55AM LEC B.Burleson ARC MAIN Rm 519 24913
TTh 11:00AM-12:20PM LAB B.Burleson ARC MAIN Rm 520
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
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, Jan 16-May 19
Winter Drama
TBA TBA LAB G.Russell TBA TBA 23949
Winter Drama: Out of Sight... Out of Murder
Winter Drama
TBA TBA LAB K.Shearer TBA TBA 23949
Winter Drama: Out of Sight... Out of Murder
Winter Drama
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 23949
Winter Drama: Out of Sight... Out of Murder
Spring Comedy
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 29369
Spring Comedy: Philadelphia Story
Spring Comedy
TBA TBA LAB K.Shearer TBA TBA 29369
Spring Comedy: Philadelphia Story
Spring Comedy
TBA TBA LAB G.Russell TBA TBA 29369
Spring Comedy: Philadelphia Story
Summer Productions
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 23181
Summer Productions:
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 30383
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
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, Jan 16-May 19
Winter Drama
TBA TBA LAB T.Shearer TBA TBA 32330
Winter Drama: Out of Sight... Out of Murder
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
TA 462 Rehearsal and Performance - Comedy .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 comedic 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 comedic productions for a maximum of 12 units.
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 16-May 19
Spring Comedy
TBA TBA LAB P.Downs TBA TBA 29821
Spring Comedy: Philadelphia Story
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
Spring Comedy
TBA TBA LAB T.Shearer TBA TBA 29821
Spring Comedy: Philadelphia Story
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
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, Jan 16-May 19
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 25155
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 30719
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
TA 472 Rehearsal and Performance III .5-3 Units
Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 470 with a grade of "C" or better.
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, Jan 16-May 19
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 30717
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, Jan 16-May 19
TTh 10:30AM-12:00PM LEC J.Stevens ARC MAIN Theatre THEATRE 22501
Updated: November 20, 2009
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