TA 290    PACE: Exploration of Theatre through Acting    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None.
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This course is an introduction to live theatre through brief explorations of the discipline of acting and its related disciplines, playwriting and directing. It covers each discipline through vocal, physical, and written exercises, culminating in two performed pieces. Individual style, interests and strengths are emphasized.

Schedule: Four Week - First, Jun 09-Jul 03
MTWTh        12:10PM-01:15PM   LEC   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Rm 614      14656
PACE class.

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: Eight Week - First, Jun 09-Aug 01
TTh          01:15PM-04:25PM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Rm 614      13439

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, Jun 09-Aug 01
MW           09:00AM-12:10PM   LEC   R.Hellesen           ARC MAIN Raef 160    12679
MW           01:15PM-04:25PM   LEC   N.Silva              ARC MAIN Raef 160    13044

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: Eight Week - First, Jun 09-Aug 01
TTh          06:30PM-09:40PM   LEC   D.Williams           ARC MAIN Raef 160    14243

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: Eight Week - First, Jun 09-Aug 01
MW           05:30PM-06:25PM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN Rm 613      13045
MW           06:35PM-09:45PM   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 - First, Jun 09-Aug 01
TTh          06:30PM-09:40PM   LEC   S.Williams           ARC MAIN Rm 613      13099

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: Eight Week - First, Jun 09-Aug 01
MW           01:15PM-04:25PM   LEC   P.Downs              ARC MAIN Rm 613      14538

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: Other Term, Jun 09-Aug 08
Fair Oaks Theatre Festival
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             12811
Day and night positions in set construction, costumes, lighting, and publicity.

Schedule: Other Term, Jun 16-Aug 24
Sacramento Music Circus Intern
TBA          TBA               LAB   S.Eckern              TBA TBA             12810
Units: 2
Hours: 108 hours LAB
Description: This program is an opportunity for aspiring theatre students to gain practical backstage experience in a professional musical theatre setting. These are non-paid positions, but six units of college credit are available (with combined enrollment in TA 460 and TA 498) to all who participate. The program begins on June 16, 2008. Morning, afternoon and evening hours. Monday through Sunday. Admission is by application and interview. Applications are available at the Admissions Office, the Fine and Applied Arts Division Office, by going online to http://www.calmt.com/index.cfm?page=402220, or by writing or calling Scott Eckern, Theatre Department, American River College, 4700 College Oak Drive, Sacramento, CA 95841; (916) 446-5880 ext. 173. Openings are limited so apply as soon as possible.

TA 464    Rehearsal and Performance - Children's Show    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: Audition.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides a workshop training experience in the preparation and performance of children's 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: Other Term, Jun 09-Aug 08
Summer Touring Children's Show
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson           ARC MAIN Online     12813
Summer Touring Children's Show: Alice in Wonderland
Join Alice's madcap adventures through Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, has tea with the Mad Hatter, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game! This one act version of the story of an unflappable heroine's tumble down the rabbit hole is filled with face paced action, wacky characters, and lots of fun for both children and adults. The show runs about 50 minutes which makes it ideal for little ones who will especially enjoy meeting their favorite characters following the show.
     The production will tour parks, schools and day-care centers in the area throughout July, and perform Saturday matinees in the Fair Oaks Park Club House, July 5 - 26. Produced in co-operation with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.
Audition Dates: April 27, 2:00-5:00 p.m. and April 28, 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the Amphitheatre at Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Rehearsal Dates: June 2 - July 1
Performance Dates: Tour July 2 - 25. Public performances: July 5 - July 26, 2008 Saturdays, at the Clubhouse in the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village

Summer Touring Children's Show
TBA          TBA               LAB   G.Russell            ARC MAIN Online     12813
Summer Touring Children's Show: Alice in Wonderland
Join Alice's madcap adventures through Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, has tea with the Mad Hatter, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game! This one act version of the story of an unflappable heroine's tumble down the rabbit hole is filled with face paced action, wacky characters, and lots of fun for both children and adults. The show runs about 50 minutes which makes it ideal for little ones who will especially enjoy meeting their favorite characters following the show.
     The production will tour parks, schools and day-care centers in the area throughout July, and perform Saturday matinees in the Fair Oaks Park Club House, July 5 - 26. Produced in co-operation with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.
Audition Dates: April 27, 2:00-5:00 p.m. and April 28, 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the Amphitheatre at Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Rehearsal Dates: June 2 - July 1
Performance Dates: Tour July 2 - 25. Public performances: July 5 - July 26, 2008 Saturdays, at the Clubhouse in the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village

Summer Touring Children's Show
TBA          TBA               LAB   T.Shearer            ARC MAIN Online     12813
Summer Touring Children's Show: Alice in Wonderland
Join Alice's madcap adventures through Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, has tea with the Mad Hatter, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game! This one act version of the story of an unflappable heroine's tumble down the rabbit hole is filled with face paced action, wacky characters, and lots of fun for both children and adults. The show runs about 50 minutes which makes it ideal for little ones who will especially enjoy meeting their favorite characters following the show.
     The production will tour parks, schools and day-care centers in the area throughout July, and perform Saturday matinees in the Fair Oaks Park Club House, July 5 - 26. Produced in co-operation with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.
Audition Dates: April 27, 2:00-5:00 p.m. and April 28, 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the Amphitheatre at Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Rehearsal Dates: June 2 - July 1
Performance Dates: Tour July 2 - 25. Public performances: July 5 - July 26, 2008 Saturdays, at the Clubhouse in the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village

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: Other Term, Jun 09-Aug 08
Summer Musical
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             12812
Summer Musical: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Inspired by the farces of Plautus, the ancient Roman playwright, tells the bawdy tale of a slave named Pseudolus and his attempts to win his freedom by helping his young master woo the girl next door. One of the popular musicals ever!!!
Produced in co-operation with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.
Audition Dates: April 27 at 2:00-5:00 p.m. and April 28 at 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the Amphitheatre at the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Rehearsal Dates: May 5 - June 20
Performance Dates: June 20 - July 27 in the Amphitheatre at the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village.

Summer Musical
TBA          TBA               LAB   T.Shearer             TBA TBA             12812
Summer Musical: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Inspired by the farces of Plautus, the ancient Roman playwright, tells the bawdy tale of a slave named Pseudolus and his attempts to win his freedom by helping his young master woo the girl next door. One of the popular musicals ever!!!
Produced in co-operation with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.
Audition Dates: April 27 at 2:00-5:00 p.m. and April 28 at 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the Amphitheatre at the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Rehearsal Dates: May 5 - June 20
Performance Dates: June 20 - July 27 in the Amphitheatre at the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village.

Summer Musical
TBA          TBA               LAB   G.Russell             TBA TBA             12812
Summer Musical: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Inspired by the farces of Plautus, the ancient Roman playwright, tells the bawdy tale of a slave named Pseudolus and his attempts to win his freedom by helping his young master woo the girl next door. One of the popular musicals ever!!!
Produced in co-operation with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.
Audition Dates: April 27 at 2:00-5:00 p.m. and April 28 at 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the Amphitheatre at the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Rehearsal Dates: May 5 - June 20
Performance Dates: June 20 - July 27 in the Amphitheatre at the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village.

Summer Musical
TBA          TBA               LAB   S.Smith               TBA TBA             12812
Summer Musical: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Inspired by the farces of Plautus, the ancient Roman playwright, tells the bawdy tale of a slave named Pseudolus and his attempts to win his freedom by helping his young master woo the girl next door. One of the popular musicals ever!!!
Produced in co-operation with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.
Audition Dates: April 27 at 2:00-5:00 p.m. and April 28 at 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the Amphitheatre at the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Rehearsal Dates: May 5 - June 20
Performance Dates: June 20 - July 27 in the Amphitheatre at the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village.

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: Other Term, Jun 09-Aug 08
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             12993

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: Other Term, Jun 09-Aug 08
TBA          TBA               LAB   B.Burleson            TBA TBA             13490

TA 475    Fundamentals of Repertory Production    .5-6 Units

Prerequisite: Audition/Interview.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 216 hours LAB
Description: This repertory production workshop provides for participation in one or more productions, working in all areas of theatre including acting, scenery, lighting, costumes, make-up and theatre publicity, and culminates in performances at the end of the session. May be taken four times for credit up to a maximum of 12 units.

Schedule: Other Term, Jun 09-Aug 08
Summer Touring Children's Show
TBA          TBA               LEC   N.Silva               TBA TBA             12823
TBA          TBA               LAB   N.Silva               TBA TBA             
Summer Touring Children's Show: Alice in Wonderland
Join Alice's madcap adventures through Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, has tea with the Mad Hatter, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game! This one act version of the story of an unflappable heroine's tumble down the rabbit hole is filled with face paced action, wacky characters, and lots of fun for both children and adults. The show runs about 50 minutes which makes it ideal for little ones who will especially enjoy meeting their favorite characters following the show.

The production will tour parks, schools and day-care centers in the area throughout July, and perform Saturday matinees in the Fair Oaks Park Club House, July 5 - 26. Produced in co-operation with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.


Audition Dates: April 27, 2:00-5:00 p.m. and April 28, 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the Amphitheatre at Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Rehearsal Dates: June 2-July 1
Performance Dates: Tour July 2- 25. Public performances: July 5 - July 26, Saturdays, at the Clubhouse in the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Summer Musical
TBA          TBA               LEC   R.Irvin               TBA TBA             12825
TBA          TBA               LAB   R.Irvin               TBA TBA             
Summer Musical: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Inspired by the farces of Plautus, the ancient Roman playwright, tells the bawdy tale of a slave named Pseudolus and his attempts to win his freedom by helping his young master woo the girl next door. One of the popular musicals ever!!!
Produced in co-operation with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.


Audition Dates: April 27, 2:00-5:00 p.m. and April 28, 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the Amphitheatre at Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Rehearsal Dates: May 5 - June 20
Performance Dates: June 20 - July 27, Saturdays, in the Amphitheatre at the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village


Summer Musical: Suessical, The Musical (Theatre for Young Audiences Version)
Eighty minutes of high powered fun for the entire family featuring The Cat In The Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie La Bird, The Wickersham Brothers, The Whos down in Whoville and Horton the Elelphant who hatches an egg. Produced by the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.


Audition Dates: April 27, 2:00-5:00 p.m. and April 28, 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the Amphitheatre at Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Rehearsal Dates:June 20-August 14
Performance Dates: August 15-September 14, Saturdays, in the Amphitheatre at the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village

TA 477    Repertory Production - II    .5-6 Units

Prerequisite: TA 475 with a grade of "C" or better and audition.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 216 hours LAB
Description: This repertory production workshop provides for intermediate opportunities in one or more productions, working in all areas of theatre including acting, stage managing, scenery, lighting, costumes, make-up and theatre publicity, and culminates in performances at the end of the session. May be taken four times for credit up to a maximum of 12 units.

Schedule: Other Term, Jun 09-Aug 08
TBA          TBA               LEC   R.Irvin               TBA TBA             12992
TBA          TBA               LAB   R.Irvin               TBA TBA             

TA 478    Repertory Production - III    .5-6 Units

Prerequisite: TA 477 with a grade of "C" or better and audition.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 216 hours LAB
Description: This repertory production workshop provides for advanced opportunities in one of more productions, working in all areas of theatre including acting, stage managing, scenery, lighting, costumes, make-up and theatre publicity, and culminates in performances at the end of the session. May be taken four times for credit for a maximum of 12 units.

Schedule: Other Term, Jun 09-Aug 08
TBA          TBA               LEC   R.Irvin               TBA TBA             13491
TBA          TBA               LAB   R.Irvin               TBA TBA             

TA 498    Work Experience in Theatre Arts    1-4 Units

Prerequisite: None
General Education: AA/AS Area III(b)
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 300 hours LAB
Description: This course provides a supervised work experience in a professional theatre setting. Students may be assigned to work the box office, wardrobe, scenery construction, properties, lighting and sound, stage management, costuming, makeup, design, or acting. May be taken four times for a maximum of 8 units.

Schedule: Other Term, Jun 16-Aug 24
Sacramento Music Circus Intern
TBA          TBA               LEC   S.Eckern              TBA TBA             12830
TBA          TBA               LAB   S.Eckern              TBA TBA             
Units: 4
Description: This program is an opportunity for aspiring theatre students to gain practical backstage experience in a professional musical theatre setting. These are non-paid positions, but six units of college credit are available (with combined enrollment in TA 460 and TA 498) to all who participate. The program begins on June 16, 2008. Morning, afternoon and evening hours. Monday through Sunday.

Admission is by application and interview. Applications are available at the Admissions Office, the Fine and Applied Arts Division Office, by going online to http://www.calmt.com/index.cfm?page=402220, or by writing or calling Scott Eckern, Theatre Department, American River College, 4700 College Oak Drive, Sacramento, CA 95841; (916) 446-5880 ext. 173. Openings are limited so apply as soon as possible.