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/.