Summer 2011 Class Schedule (ARC)
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jun 06-Jul 29
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jun 06-Jul 29
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jun 06-Jul 29
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jun 06-Jul 29
Schedule: Other Term, Jun 06-Aug 05
Schedule: Other Term, Jun 27-Aug 21
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jun 06-Jul 29
Schedule: Other Term, Jun 06-Aug 05
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jun 06-Jul 29
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jun 06-Jul 29
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jun 06-Jul 29
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jun 06-Jul 29
Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jun 06-Jul 29
Schedule: Other Term, Jun 27-Aug 17
Updated: June 28, 2011
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 components of film making, such as acting, directing, cinematography, writing and editing. Films are analyzed to evaluate film making techniques and the impact of films and the movie business on society. Field trips may be required.
MW 09:00AM-12:10PM LEC N.Silva ARC MAIN Raef 160 11158 Textbook
TTh 06:30PM-09:40PM LEC P.Downs ARC MAIN Raef 160 10530 Textbook
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 a historical and critical survey of film as an art form. It emphasizes the evaluation of films which are landmarks in the art of movie making. Field trips may be required.
MW 01:15PM-04:25PM LEC N.Silva ARC MAIN Raef 160 14767 Textbook
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 mainstream 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 are covered. Field trips may be required.
MW 06:30PM-09:40PM LEC P.Downs ARC MAIN FineArts 514 11310 Textbook
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. Field trips may be required.
MW 01:15PM-04:25PM LEC T.Shearer ARC MAIN FineArts 515 11038 Textbook
TTh 01:15PM-04:25PM LEC T.Shearer ARC MAIN FineArts 515 10600 Textbook
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.
Summer Musicals
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 10222 Textbook
Summer Musical: Annie
Summer Musicals
TBA TBA LAB T.Shearer TBA TBA 10222 Textbook
Summer Musical: Annie
Summer Musicals
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 11212 Textbook
Summer Musical: Annie
Summer Musicals
TBA TBA LAB T.Shearer TBA TBA 11212 Textbook
Summer Musical: Annie
Sacramento Music Circus Intern
TBA TBA LAB M.Hunter TBA TBA 10220 Textbook
Units:2
Sacramento Music Circus Internship Program
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 with six units of college credit available with combined enrollment in TA 460 and TA 498. The program runs from June 27-August, 21, 2011. Morning, afternoon and evening hours. Monday through Sunday. Admission is by application and interview.
To apply: Applications are available at the Admissions Office, the Fine and Applied Arts Division Office, by going online to www.calmt.com, or by writing or calling Music Circus Internship Program, Theatre Department, American River College, 4700 College Oak Drive, Sacramento, CA 95841; (916) 446-5880 ext. 173. Openings are limited, and applications are due April 26, 2011.
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
Prerequisite: None.
Enrollment Limitation: Audition / Interview
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. 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 children's productions for a maximum of 12 units.
Summer Touring Children's Show
TBA TBA LAB G.Russell TBA TBA 10226 Textbook
Summer Touring Children's Show: Stuart Little
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
Summer Touring Children's Show
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 10226 Textbook
Summer Touring Children's Show: Stuart Little
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
Summer Touring Children's Show
TBA TBA LAB T.Shearer TBA TBA 10226 Textbook
Summer Touring Children's Show: Stuart Little
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
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.
Summer Musical
TBA TBA LAB G.Russell TBA TBA 10224 Textbook
Summer Musical: Annie
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
Summer Musical
TBA TBA LAB S.Smith TBA TBA 10224 Textbook
Summer Musical: Annie
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
Summer Musical
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 10224 Textbook
Summer Musical: Annie
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
Prerequisite: TA 460, 461, 462, 463, 464, 465, or 466 with a grade of "C" or better
Enrollment Limitation: Audition / Interview
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides intermediate level workshop training in the preparation and performance of dramatic theatre productions. Actors, directors, and stage managers explore more complex techniques of play production through practical rehearsal and performance opportunities. Technicians and designers develop the design and technical elements of a production through practical opportunities in advanced positions in set construction, costumes, makeup, lighting, sound, box office and publicity. Field trips may be required. This course may be taken four times for credit on different productions for a maximum of 12 units.
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 10480 Textbook
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
Prerequisite: TA 470 with a grade of "C" or better
Enrollment Limitation: Audition / Interview
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides advanced level workshop training in the preparation and performance of dramatic theatre productions. Actors, directors, and stage managers explore advanced techniques of play production through practical rehearsal and performance opportunities. Technicians and designers develop advanced design and technical elements of a production through practical opportunities in set construction, costumes, makeup, lighting, sound, box office and publicity. Field trips may be required. This course may be taken four times for credit on different productions for a maximum of 12 units.
TBA TBA LAB B.Burleson TBA TBA 10860 Textbook
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
Prerequisite: None.
Enrollment Limitation: Audition/Interview
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 216 hours LAB
Description: This workshop explores the challenges involved in repertory theatre through participation in repertory productions in areas of theatre including acting, singing, dancing, crewing, stage management, scenery, lighting, costumes, makeup and promotions. It culminates in performances at the end of the session. Field trips may be required. This course may be taken four times for credit on different productions up to a maximum of 12 units.
Summer Touring Children's Show
TBA TBA LEC T.Shearer TBA TBA 10242 Textbook
TBA TBA LAB T.Shearer TBA TBA
This class meets in room 550
Summer Touring Children's Show: Stuart Little
Join us this summer for a delightful play performed by college students for young audiences. It will be a flight of fancy including audience participation, and the opportunity for little ones to meet their favorite characters. 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 2 - 23. Produced in co-operation with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.
Performance Dates: July 3 - 24, 2011
Summer Musical
TBA TBA LEC R.Irvin TBA TBA 10246 Textbook
TBA TBA LAB R.Irvin TBA TBA
Summer Musical: Annie
Book by Thomas Meehan
Music by Charles Strouse Lyrics by Martin Charnin
Directed by Bob Irvin
Spunky Annie brings joy to her fellow orphanage mates, thwarts Miss Hannigan's evil shenanigans, and with her dog Sandy, delights billionaire Oliver Warbucks and FDR. Produced in co-operation with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival and the Fair Oaks Recreation and Parks District.
Audition Dates: April 25 and 26, 7-10pm in the Amphitheatre at the Fair Oaks Park in the Old Fair Oaks Village
Rehearsal Dates: May 4 - June 16, 2011
Performance Dates: June 17 - July 24, 2011
Prerequisite: TA 475 with a grade of "C" or better
Enrollment Limitation: Audition / Interview
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 216 hours LAB
Description: This workshop explores the challenges involved in repertory theatre through participation at the intermediate level in repertory productions in areas of theatre including acting, singing, dancing, crewing, stage management, scenery, lighting, costumes, makeup and promotions. It culminates in performances at the end of the session. Field trips may be required. This course may be taken four times for credit on different productions up to a maximum of 12 units.
TBA TBA LEC R.Irvin TBA TBA 10478 Textbook
TBA TBA LAB R.Irvin TBA TBA
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
Prerequisite: TA 477 with a grade of "C" or better
Enrollment Limitation: Audition / Interview
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 216 hours LAB
Description: This workshop explores the challenges involved in repertory theatre through participation at the advanced level in repertory productions in areas of theatre including acting, singing, dancing, crewing, stage management, scenery, lighting, costumes, makeup and promotions. It culminates in performances at the end of the session. Field trips may be required. This course may be taken four times for credit on different productions up to a maximum of 12 units.
TBA TBA LEC R.Irvin TBA TBA 10862 Textbook
TBA TBA LAB R.Irvin TBA TBA
See Theatre Production & Class Information at http://search.arc.losrios.edu/docs.htm
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 III(b)
Enrollment Limitation: Students must be in a paid or unpaid internship, volunteer position or job related to theatre arts. Students are advised to consult with the Theatre Arts Department faculty to review specific certificate and degree work experience requirements.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 300 hours LAB
Description: This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment or advancement within the field of theatre arts. It is designed for students interested in work experience and/or internships in transfer level degree occupational programs. Course content includes understanding the application of education to the workforce; completion of required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at the work site; and developing workplace skills and competencies. Appropriate level learning objectives are established by the student and the employer. During the semester, the student is required to attend a weekly orientation and 75 hours of related paid work experience, or 60 hours of unpaid work experience for one unit. An additional 75 or 60 hours of related work experience is required for each additional unit. The weekly orientation is required for first time participants, returning participants are not required to attend the orientation but are required to meet with the instructor as needed to complete all program forms and assignments. Work Experience may be taken for a total of 16 units when there are new or expanded learning objectives.
TBA TBA LAB M.Hunter TBA TBA 10256 Textbook