Pre-enrollment auditions are required for Theatre Arts production classes (Th Art 43, 44, 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.
3171 8:00a-9:20a MW TH ART 102 Wong A J
3172 12:45p-3:50p TTh HSS 106 Jones J L
Above section 3172 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 23 to Dec 13.
4546 7:00p-10:00p Th TH ART 102 Harrop A M
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.
3173 9:30a-10:50a MW TH ART STUDIO Adair-Lynch T A
3174 9:30a-10:50a TTh TH ART 102 Harrop A M
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.
3175 8:00a-11:05a F TH ART 101 Dunn K S
4547 7:00p-10:05p W TH ART 101 Robbins C R
TH ART 13, Stage Dialects 2 units
Transfer: UC (pending), CSU • 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 Various Regional American Accents as well as varoius dialects most often performed in Professional Theatre.
4548 7:00p-10:00p M TH ART 101 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.
3176 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.
3177 5:30p-6:50p MW TH ART 101 Sawoski P
5:30p-6:50p MW TH ART 101 Reed C G
TH ART 18A, Technical Theatre Production Workshop 1 unit (1,1,1,1)
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.)
3178 Arrange-3 Hours TH ART MAIN STG Forsyth D A
Above section 3178 meets in the Main Stage Monday August 27th at 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Students should plan to attend one of these meetings to arrange workshop hours.
TH ART 18B, Technical Theatre Production Workshop 2 units (2,2,2,2)
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.)
3179 Arrange-6 Hours TH ART MAIN STG Forsyth D A
Above section 3179 meets in the Main Stage Monday August 27th at 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.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 (3,3,3,3)
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.)
3180 Arrange-9 Hours TH ART MAIN STG Forsyth D A
Above section 3180 meets in the Main Stage Monday August 27th at 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.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.
3181 2:15p-4:40p TTh TH ART 102 Forsyth D A
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.
3182 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.
3183 12:45p-2:50p MW TH ART 139 Winters J
Arrange-2 Hours Winters J
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.
3184 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.
4549 7:00p-10:05p W TH ART 102 Harrop A M
Arrange-3 Hours Harrop A M
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.
3185 8:00a-9:20a TTh TH ART 102 Martin A F
3186 9:30a-10:50a MW TH ART 102 Jones J L
3187 10:00a-1:00p Sat TH ART 102 Campbell D A
3188 11:15a-2:20p F TH ART 102 Jones J L
3189 12:45p-2:05p MW TH ART 102 Martin A F
NEW 3324 2:15p-5:20p MW TH ART 102 Martin A F
Above section 3324 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 22 to Dec 12.
NEW 3309 3:00p-4:35p MW None Wong A
Above section 3309 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets from September 17, 2007-January 9, 2008 at Carson High School 22328 South Main St., Carson 90745.
4550 7:00p-10:05p M TH ART 102 Gage P T
4551 7:00p-10:05p T TH ART 102 Harrop A M
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.
3190 9:30a-10:50a MW TH ART 101 Sawoski P
3191 12:45p-2:05p TTh TH ART 102 Harrop A M
4552 7:00p-10:05p Th TH ART 101 Wong A J
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.
3192 2:15p-5:20p TTh TH ART 101 Harrop A M
Above section 3192 requires an audition before enrolling. Auditions will be held Tuesday August 28th at 2:15 p.m. in Th Art room 101. For more information please see 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.
3193 12:45p-5:20p MW TH ART STUDIO Adair-Lynch T A
Arrange-3 Hours TH ART STUDIO Adair-Lynch T A
Above section 3193 requires an audition before enrolling. Auditions will be held Monday August 27th at 12:45 p.m. in the Th Art Studio Stage. For more information see www.smc.edu/theatre.
TH ART 46, Comedy Acting Workshop (3,3) 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.
4553 7:00p-10:00p T 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.
4554 7:00p-10:05p MWThF TH ART MAIN STG Sawoski P
Arrange-15 Hours TH ART STUDIO Sawoski P
Above section 4554 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 22 to Dec 14. Audition required prior to enrollment. Auditions will be held Tuesday Sept. 4th at 7:00 p.m. in the Th Art Studio Stage. For more informaiton please see 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.
This course is a study of the art and practical application of stage make-up for those performing in Theatre Arts Department productions.
3194 8:00a-9:20a M TH ART 101 Adair-Lynch T A
Above section 3194 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 22 to Dec 10. Above section 3194 requires concurrent enrollment in Th Art 50.
3195 8:00a-9:20a M TH ART 101 Adair-Lynch T A
Above section 3195 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 27 to Oct 15. Above section 3195 requires concurrent enrollment in Th Art 52.
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.
4555 7:00p-10:00p MTWThF TH ART MAIN STG Jones J L
Arrange-14 Hours TH ART STUDIO Staff
Above section 4555 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 27 to Oct 19. Audition required prior to enrollment. Auditions will be held on Aug. 27th at 6:30 p.m. in the Main Stage theatre. For information please see www.smc.edu/theatre.
TH ART 53, Production for the Younger Audience 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment audition required. Co-enrollment in Theatre Arts 51 is required.
This course includes rehearsals and performances of a theatrical production geared towards the younger viewing audience base. It explores acting skills through the application and development of progressive performance techniques. Emphasis is placed on cooperative blending of all theatre activities into a finished public performance. Students will rehearse and prepare material and learn about the processes of performing for live theatre. Attendance of theatre productions for which students must purchase tickets is required. *See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.
3196 8:00a-2:20p F TH ART STUDIO Adair-Lynch T A
Arrange-4 Hours Adair-Lynch T A
Above section 3196 meets for 11 weeks, Aug 31 to Nov 02. Audition required prior to enrollment. Auditions will be held Friday Aug. 31st at 2:00 p.m. in the Th Art Studio Stage. For information please see www.smc.edu/theatre.