Theatre Arts

Pre-enrollment auditions are required for Theatre Arts production classes (Th Art 43, 45, 50, 52 and 54). Theatre Arts majors enroll in Theatre Arts 5. Most sections require attendance of theatre productions for which students must purchase tickets.

TH ART 2, Introduction to the Theatre   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 3A (Arts) • Prerequisite: None.

This course surveys the various elements of the theatre, providing a basis for evaluating productions.

Theatre Arts majors enroll in Theatre Arts 5.

3091   9:30a-10:50a MW   TH ART 102   Adair-Lynch T A

NEW 3324   3:30p-5:00p MW   None   Wong A

Above section 3324 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets September 11, 2006-December 13, 2006 at Miguel Contreras, 322 S. Lucas, Los Angeles, 90017.

NEW 3323   3:30p-5:00p MTH   None   Melo C

Above section 3323 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets September 14, 2006-January 18, 2007 at Downtown Magnets High School, 1081 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, 90012.

4539   7:00p-10:05p MW   TH ART 102   Jones J L

Above section 4539 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 23 to Dec 13.

TH ART 5, History of World Theatre   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 3A (Arts) • Prerequisite: None. • Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course covers the history of theatre and dramatic literature with emphasis on the relationship of the theatre to cultural development.

3092   9:30a-10:50a TTh   TH ART 102   Harrop A M

4540   7:00p-10:05p MW   TH ART 102   Jones J L

Above section 4540 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 28 to Oct 18.

TH ART 10A, Voice Development for the Stage (3,3)    3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.

The technical study of stage speech designed to develop the skills for performing classic and modern dramatic literature is stressed in this course. *See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.

3093   8:00a-11:05a F   TH ART 101   Dunn K S

4541   7:00p-10:05p W   TH ART 101   Robbins C R

TH ART 13, Stage Dialects    2 units

• Advisory: Theatre Arts 10A.

Attendance of theatre productions for which student must purchase tickets is required.

Specific training is given in the performance of the regional American and foreign dialects most often used in the theatre.

4550   7:00p-10:00p T   TH ART 102   Dunn K S

TH ART 15A, Stage Movement for the Actor (1,1)    1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.

See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.

This course develops the student’s awareness of the body as an instrument of communication in stage acting.

3094   11:15a-12:35p MW   TH ART 101   Sawoski P

TH ART 15B, Advanced Stage Movement for the Actor, (1,1)    1 unit

Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.

This course provides advanced training in awareness and development of the body for creation and communication in theatre. Emphasis will be made on creating awareness and training in ethnic drama, character dancing and movement forms by the use of Flamenco techniques.

3095   12:45p-2:05p MW   TH ART 101   Reed C G

   12:45p-2:05p MW   TH ART 101   Sawoski P

TH ART 18A, Technical Theatre Production Workshop    1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.

This course is intended for students interested in special study topics in technical theatre, either in the theatre laboratory (shops) or on actual theatre department productions. Students work in various assignments on the production crews. (Students may work as design assistants, crew heads, master technicians, and crew in the areas of scenery, properties, costumes, lights, sound, make-up, and special effects.)

3096   Arrange-3 Hours    TH ART MAIN STG   Sawoski P

Above section 3096 meets in the Main Stage on the first day of the semester, Monday, August 28, at 11:00a.m. and at 6:00p.m. Students should plan to attend one of these meetings to arrange workshop hours.

TH ART 18B, Technical Theatre Production Workshop    2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.

This course is intended for students interested in special study topics in technical theatre, either in the theatre laboratory (shops) or on actual theatre department productions. Students work in various assignments on the production crews. (Students may work as design assistants, crew heads, master technicians, and crew in the areas of scenery, properties, costumes, lights, sound, make-up, and special effects.)

3097   Arrange-6 Hours    TH ART MAIN STG   Sawoski P

Above section 3097 meets in the Main Stage on the first day of the semester, Monday, August 28, at 11:00a.m. and at 6:00p.m. Students should plan to attend one of these meetings to arrange workshop hours. Instructor approval required.

TH ART 18C, Technical Theatre Production Workshop    3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.

This course is intended for students interested in special study topics in technical theatre, either in the theatre laboratory (shops) or on actual theatre department productions. Students work in various assignments on the production crews. (Students may work as design assistants, crew heads, master technicians, and crew in the areas of scenery, properties, costumes, lights, sound, make-up, and special effects.)

3098   Arrange-9 Hours    TH ART MAIN STG   Sawoski P

Above section 3098 meets in the Main Stage on the first day of the semester, Monday, August 28, at 11:00a.m. and at 6:00p.m. Students should plan to attend one of these meetings to arrange workshop hours. Instructor approval required.

TH ART 20, Stagecraft (3,3,3)   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.

This course covers the construction, painting, and running of stage scenery, properties, and effects. It includes the use of construction tools and shop procedures, and an introduction to scenic design and technical direction. *See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.

3099   2:15p-4:40p TTh   TH ART 102   Sawoski P

NEW   3325 3:00p-4:35p TTH   None   Horn J

Above section 3325 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets September 19, 2006-January 11, 2007 at Culver City High School, 4401 Elenda Street, Culver City, 90230.

TH ART 22, Stage Lighting (3,3)   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces the student to the theory and practice of modern stage lighting. The properties and control of light are covered, including electricity, color, instrumentation, and design. *See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.

3100   9:30a-10:50a TTh   TH ART Studio   Georges W J

TH ART 26, Introduction to Stage Costuming   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.

Costume construction theory and practice are covered in this course. It includes a survey of the history of costuming. Students are assigned to working production crews. *See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.

3101   12:45p-2:50p MW   TH ART 139   Winters J

   Arrange-2 Hours        

TH ART 28A, Beginning Stage Make-Up (1,1)    1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.

This course is a study and practice of specific techniques in the art of stage make-up with emphasis on developing knowledge and skill in its design and practical application. This course is recommended for students in acting and in Theatre Arts department productions. *See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.

3102   11:15a-12:35p MW   TH ART 102   Adair-Lynch T A

TH ART 38A, Beginning Stage Direction   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 41.

Basic techniques of play analysis and stage directorial techniques are explored in this course.

3103   8:00a-11:05a F   TH ART 102   Adair-Lynch T A

   Arrange-3 Hours        

TH ART 41, Acting I (3,3,3,3)   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of acting through exercises, scene performance, and play analysis.

3104   8:00a-9:20a TTh   TH ART 102   Martin A F

3105   9:30a-10:50a MW   TH ART 101   Jones J L

NEW 3208    9:30a-10:50a TTh    TH ART 101   Martin A F

3106   10:00a-1:00p Sat   TH ART 102   Campbell D A

3107   12:45p-2:05p TTh   TH ART 102   Jones J L

NEW 3326   1:00p-2:25p MW   None   Mizzone V

Above section 3326 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets September 11, 2006-December 13, 2006 at City Honors High School, 155 W. Kelso St., Inglewood, 90301.

NEW 3345   2:00p-3:25p MW   None   Staff

Above section 3345 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets September 11, 2006-December 13, 2006 at Magnolia Science Academy, 18238 Sherman Way, Reseda, 91335.

NEW 3327   3:00p-4:35p MW   None   DeJan Z

Above section 3327 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets September 25, 2006-December 13, 2006 at Banning High School, 1527 Lakme Ave, Wilmington, 90744.

NEW 3329   3:00p-4:50p   TTH   None Wong A

Above section 3329 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets September 26, 2006-January 18, 2007 at Carson High School, 22328 South Main St, Carson, 90745.

NEW 3328   3:30p-5:05p MW   None   Martin A

Above section 3328 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets September 20, 2006-January 17, 2007 at LACES, 5931 West 18th St., Los Angeles, 90035.

4543   5:30p-6:50p TTh   TH ART 102   Harrop A M

4544   7:00p-10:05p M   TH ART 101   Gage P T

4545   7:00p-10:05p T   TH ART 101   Adair-Lynch T A

TH ART 42, Acting II (3,3,3,3)   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Theatre Arts 41.

This course is designed for theatre arts majors and stresses acting technique, character building, scene performance, and scene analysis from selected plays from Modern Realism.

3108   12:45p-2:05p TTh   TH ART 101   Harrop A M

3109   2:15p-3:35p MW   TH ART 102   Adair-Lynch T A

NEW 3330   3:00p-4:35p TTH   None   Mizzone V

Above section 3330 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets September 19, 2006-January 11, 2007 at Culver City High School, 4401 Elenda Street, Culver City, 90230.

4546   7:00p-10:05p Th   TH ART 102   Wong A

TH ART 43, Acting, Historical Styles — Early (3,3)    3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment audition.

This course contains development of acting skills and explores several non-Realistic acting styles through performance of prepared scenes and culminating in a final public performance. Styles covered in class may include Greek (tragedy and comedy), Roman comedy, Medieval, Shakespearean (tragedy and comedy), and Comedy of Manners. Attendance of theatre productions for which students must purchase tickets is required. *See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.

3110   2:15p-5:20p TTh   TH ART 101   Harrop A M

Above section 3110 requires an audition before enrolling. Audition dates are to be announced. Please check Theatre department website: www.smc.edu/theatre/.

TH ART 45, Musical Theatre Workshop (3,3)   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment auditions required.

Theories, techniques and practices of musical theatre performance are explored in this course.

Theatre Arts 45 is the same course as Music 45. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

3111   12:45p-5:20p MW   TH ART STUDIO   Jones J L

   Arrange-3 Hours    TH ART STUDIO   Jones J L

Above section 3111 requires an audition before enrolling. Audition dates are to be announced. Please check Theatre department website: www.smc.edu/theatre/.

Th Art 46, Comedy Acting Workshop    3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None. • Advisory: Theatre Arts 41.

This course explores comedic acting skills through the application and development of progressive comedy techniques. Through acquired knowledge of the genre and analysis of plays, this course fosters the development of acting techniques for theatrical venues. Students will rehearse and prepare material and learn about the processes of comedy acting for the live theatre. Attendance of theatre productions for which students must purchase tickets is required.

3112   12:45p-2:05p MW   TH ART 102   Adair-Lynch T A

4547   7:00p-10:00p Th   TH ART 101   Adair-Lynch T A

TH ART 50, Advanced Production — Full Play (3,3,3,3)    3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment auditions required.

This course includes rehearsals and performance of a full-length production. Emphasis is upon cooperative blending of all theatre activities into a finished public performance. *See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.

4548   7:00p-10:05p MTWF   TH ART MAIN STG   Harrop A M

   Arrange-14 Hours    TH ART STUDIO   Harrop A M

Above section 4548 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 23 to Dec 15. Above section 4548 requires an audition before enrolling. Audition dates are to be announced. Please check Theatre department website: www.smc.edu/theatre/.

TH ART 51, Stage Make-Up Workshop (.5,.5,.5,.5)    0.5 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.

Concurrent Enrollment in Theatre Arts 50 or 52 is required.

This course is a study of the art and practical application of stage make-up for those performing in Theatre Arts Department productions.

3114   8:00a-9:20a M   TH ART 102   Adair-Lynch T A

Above section 3114 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 28 to Oct 16.

3113   8:00a-9:20a M   TH ART 102   Adair-Lynch T A

Above section 3113 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 23 to Dec 11.

TH ART 52, Advanced Production — Musical Theatre (5,5,5,5)    5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment auditions required.

This course includes rehearsals and performances of the department’s musical theatre production. Dance laboratory is included. *See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.

4549   7:00p-10:00p MTWF   TH ART MAIN STG   Sawoski P

   Arrange-14 Hours    TH ART STUDIO   Sawoski P

Above section 4549 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 28 to Oct 20. Above section 4549 requires an audition before enrolling. Audition dates are to be announced. Please check Theatre department website: www.smc.edu/theatre/.

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