First Year
Second Year
- Stage Management Sequence I
- Production Practice Sequence I
- Design Electives
- Theatre Electives
Third Year
- Survey of the Arts for Theatre Sequence
- Stage Management Sequence II
- Production Practice II
- Select two courses from the following list
- Design Electives
- Theatre Electives
Fourth Year
- Stage Management Sequence III
- Production Practice III and/or Internship
- Select two courses from the following list:
- Design Electives
- Theatre Electives
Open Electives
Open elective credit also is required to meet the minimum graduation requirement of 192 hours.
TEC 105
INTRODUCTION TO STAGE MANAGEMENT
Intro to Stage Management is a required class which takes place during the fall quarter of the stage management students' first year. The class covers a combination of stage management methods used at The Theatre School and best professional practices for the beginning stage manager. Visits to The Theatre School shops and discussions with shop supervisors introduce the first year stage managers to the needs, requirements, and preferred professional methods as defined by the construction processes of the shops.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.ART 109
THEATRE DRAWING III
Open to Theatre students only.
TEC 151
TECHNICAL DRAWING I
First course in a 3 course sequence. Mechanical drawing techniques and projection theories are practiced, including drawing-board geometry, scale and dimensioning, and orthographic principles.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 152
TECHNICAL DRAWING I
Second course in a 3 course sequence. Mechanical drawing techniques and projection theories are practiced, including drawing-board geometry, scale and dimensioning, and orthographic principles.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 153
TECHNICAL DRAWING I
Third course in a 3 course sequence. Mechanical drawing techniques and projection theories are practiced, including drawing-board geometry, scale and dimensioning, and orthographic principles.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.DES 141
PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
Principles of Design (4 quarter hours). First course of a 3-quarter sequence of courses for the appreciation and experience of design as an aesthetic distinct from the other arts, and awareness of design considerations as manifested in theatrical productions.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.DES 142
PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
Second course of a 3-quarter sequence of courses for the appreciation and experience of design as an aesthetic distinct from the other arts, and awareness of design considerations as manifested in theatrical productions.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.DES 143
PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
Third course of a 3-quarter sequence of courses for the appreciation and experience of design as an aesthetic distinct from the other arts, and awareness of design considerations as manifested in theatrical productions.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.THE 204
HISTORY OF DRAMATIC LITERATURE
First course in a 3 course sequence. A study of the development of playscripts, the physical theatre, and means of production from ancient Greek and Roman societies through contemporary theatre. The course emphasized theatre's changing role in society.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.THE 205
HISTORY OF DRAMATIC LITERATURE
Second course in a 3 course sequence. A study of the development of playscripts, the physical theatre, and means of production from ancient Greek and Roman societies through contemporary theatre. The course emphasized theatre's changing role in society.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.THE 206
HISTORY OF DRAMATIC LITERATURE
Third course in a 3 course sequence. A study of the development of playscripts, the physical theatre, and means of production from ancient Greek and Roman societies through contemporary theatre. The course emphasized theatre's changing role in society.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 107
THEATRE CREW
Theatre Crew (2 quarter hours) All students in the first year of the program are assigned on a rotating basis throughout the year to various crews which build and run the shows in the Showcase, Playworks, New Directors, and Workshop Series.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 108
THEATRE CREW
Theatre Crew (2 quarter hours) All students in the first year of the program are assigned on a rotating basis throughout the year to various crews which build and run the shows in the Showcase, Playworks, New Directors, and Workshop Series.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 109
THEATRE CREW
Theatre Crew (2 quarter hours) All students in the first year of the program are assigned on a rotating basis throughout the year to various crews which build and run the shows in the Showcase, Playworks, New Directors, and Workshop Series.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 267
STAGE MANAGEMENT I
First course in a 3 course sequence. This course will be divided into pre-production, rehearsal period, tech/running, and maintenance of production segments. The objective is to thoroughly introduce the student to the different venues of theatre from small storefront theatre to large regional theatres. Although the emphasis will be on management practices for theatre in all venues, there will be an element of the practical, day-to-day "nuts and bolts" in the stage management process.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 268
STAGE MANAGEMENT I
Second course in a 3 course sequence. This course will be divided into pre-production, rehearsal period, tech/running, and maintenance of production segments. The objective is to thoroughly introduce the student to the different venues of theatre from small storefront theatre to large regional theatres. Although the emphasis will be on management practices for theatre in all venues, there will be an element of the practical, day-to-day "nuts and bolts" in the stage management process.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 269
STAGE MANAGEMENT I
Third course in a 3 course sequence. This course will be divided into pre-production, rehearsal period, tech/running, and maintenance of production segments. The objective is to thoroughly introduce the student to the different venues of theatre from small storefront theatre to large regional theatres. Although the emphasis will be on management practices for theatre in all venues, there will be an element of the practical, day-to-day "nuts and bolts" in the stage management process.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 271
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE I
First course in a 3 course sequence. For all technical students, this course makes production assignments based on the student's ability and experience.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 272
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE I
Second course in a 3 course sequence. For all technical students, this course makes production assignments based on the student's ability and experience.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 273
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE I
Third course in a 3 course sequence. For all technical students, this course makes production assignments based on the student's ability and experience.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.THE 381
SURVEY OF THE ARTS FOR THEATRE
First course in a 3 course sequence. The styles and aesthetics of art, architecture, fashion and the decorative arts from ancient Egypt through the first half of the 20th century are examined. Emphasis is placed on periods and countries that are most important to American theatre. Can be taken by non-Theatre School students with permission of instructor.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.THE 382
SURVEY OF THE ARTS FOR THEATRE
Second course in a three-course sequence. The styles and aesthetics of art, architecture, fashion and the decorative arts from ancient Egypt through the first half of the 20th century are examined. Emphasis is placed on periods and countries that are most important to American theatre. Can be taken by non-Theatre School students with permission of instructor.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.THE 383
SURVEY OF THE ARTS FOR THEATRE
Third course in a three-course sequence. The styles and aesthetics of art, architecture, fashion and the decorative arts from ancient Egypt through the first half of the 20th century are examined. Emphasis is placed on periods and countries that are most important to American theatre. Can be taken by non-Theatre School students with permission of instructor.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 367
STAGE MANAGEMENT II
First course in a 3 course sequence. This course will simultaneously cover two main elements in the world of the stage manager. The first will explore the stage manager's place in the world of legitimate theatre. The second will explore options outside of that world. To this end, guest members of the professional community will provide insight regarding the role of the stage manager in these many different settings. Additionally, a portion of each class will be dedicated to discussion of practical problems encountered in the students' productions.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 368
STAGE MANAGEMENT II
Second course in a 3 course sequence. This course will simultaneously cover two main elements in the world of the stage manager. The first will explore the stage manager's place in the world of legitimate theatre. The second will explore options outside of that world. To this end, guest members of the professional community will provide insight regarding the role of the stage manager in these many different settings. Additionally, a portion of each class will be dedicated to discussion of practical problems encountered in the students' productions.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 369
STAGE MANAGEMENT II
Third course in a 3 course sequence. This course will simultaneously cover two main elements in the world of the stage manager. The first will explore the stage manager's place in the world of legitimate theatre. The second will explore options outside of that world. To this end, guest members of the professional community will provide insight regarding the role of the stage manager in these many different settings. Additionally, a portion of each class will be dedicated to discussion of practical problems encountered in the students' productions.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 371
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE II
First course in a 3 course sequence. For all technical students, assignments will be commensurate with ability and experience.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 372
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE II
Second course in a 3 course sequence. For all technical students, assignments will be commensurate with ability and experience.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 373
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE II
Third course in a 3 course sequence. For all technical students, assignments will be commensurate with ability and experience.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 467
STAGE MANAGEMENT III
A continuation of 369 - this course will simultaneously cover two main elements in the world of the stage manager. The first will explore the stage manager's place in the world of legitimate theatre. The second will explore options outside of that world. To this end, guest members of the professional community will provide insight regarding the role of the stage manager in these many different settings. Additionally, a portion of each class will be dedicated to discussion of practical problems encountered in the students' productions. With the addition of a lab session.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 468
STAGE MANAGEMENT III
A continuation of 467 with the addition of a lab session.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 469
STAGE MANAGEMENT III
A continuation of 467 with the addition of a lab session.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 471
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE III
First course in a 3 course sequence. For all technical students, assignments will be commensurate with ability and experience.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 472
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE III
Second course in a 3 course sequence. For all technical students, assignments will be commensurate with ability and experience.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 473
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE III
Third course in a 3 course sequence. For all technical students, assignments will be commensurate with ability and experience.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.TEC 490
INTERNSHIP
The internship provides the student with an opportunity to learn by working with experienced professionals in an area related to his or her area of study at The Theatre School.
Prerequisites:
Status as an Undergraduate or Graduate Theatre student is a prerequisite for this class.ART 106
BEGINNING DRAWING
Introduction to composition , line and rendering in black and white drawing media. Basic techniques for descriptive and expressive use of drawing media. Materials Fee.