THEA 100. Career Planning. 0 cr. Teaches the basics of the theatre business to include resume and portfolio preparation, personal record keeping and career paths.

THEA 101. Play Reading I. 1 cr. Reading and discussing 15 plays by contemporary American playwrights. F

THEA 102. Play Reading II. 1 cr. Reading and discussing 15 plays by contemporary non-American playwrights. Sp

THEA 105. Theatre Production Laboratory. 1 cr. Provides practice in one of the many theatre skills through participation in university productions. Open to all students. Course not designed to accompany any other course. May be repeated for a maximum of three hours credit.

THEA 110. Theatre Fundamentals: Skills. 2 cr. Teaches the basic skills required to function in a production company: Production Organization, Scene Shop Skills, Property Operations, Electrical Operations, Scene Painting, Sound Operations, Costume Shop Operations, Wardrobe Operations, and Make-up Operations.

THEA 111. Theatre Fundamentals: Aesthetics. 2 cr. Teaches fundamentals of design theory, stage movement and dramatic theory to include genres and styles.

THEA 191. Enjoying Theatre. 3 cr. Seeks to improve appreciation and understanding of theatre art to include playwriting, acting, directing, designing (scenery, lighting, costumes and make-up) and managing. The course gives emphasis to critical observation and thinking skills.

THEA 201. Play Reading III. 1 cr. Reading and discussing 15 plays by Modern American playwrights. F

THEA 202. Play Reading IV. 1 cr. Reading and discussing 15 plays by Modern European playwrights.

THEA 301. Scenic Construction. 3 cr. Teaches principles and techniques for the building, rigging and shifting of scenery through study, exercises and application. Laboratory hours on TheatreWorks.ULM productions required.

THEA 303. Lighting. 3 cr. Teaches theory, design and practice of lighting for theater, television and film. Laboratory hours on TheatreWorks.ULM productions required.

THEA 305. Advanced Theatre Production Laboratory. 1 cr. Provides practice in the application of technical or performance skills in the execution of a major role or position of significant responsibility in TheatreWorks@ULM productions. Prerequisites: Permission of the Director of the Theater. Not designed to accompany any other course. May be repeated for up to three hours credit.

THEA 351. Scenic Design. 3 cr. Teaches application of art fundamentals and historical research to the design of scenery for theatre, television and film through projects in drawing, rendering and model building. Laboratory hours on TheatreWorks.ULM productions required. Prerequisite: Theatre 301 and 303 or permission of the instructor.

THEA 440. Advanced Technical Practice. 1, 2, or 3 cr. Teaches advanced skills in technical production. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits. Prerequisites: Theatre 301 or 303 or 360 and permission of the instructor.

THEA 450. Advanced Design Practice. 1, 2, or 3 cr. Teaches advanced design skills. May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits. Prerequisites: Theatre 301 & 351, or 360 & 401, or 207, or 303 as appropriate, and permission of the instructor.

THEA 480. Apprenticeship. 1, 2, or 3 cr. Provides for working with an acknowledged master in specific theatre craft. Master must agree to supervise and teach the student. Student must design a learning contract which is signed by the student, the master and the Director of Theatre. The master can not be a member of the ULM Theater faculty. Prerequisite: Permission of Director of Theatre.

THEA 486. Senior Project. 1-2 cr. Provides a culminating project for students in technical production, design and direction through which they can demonstrate proficiency in their chosen area. Prerequisite: Permission of Director of Theater.

THEA 491. Directed Study. 1-3 cr. Directed study in A. Play Writing; B. Directing; C. Acting; D. Technical Theatre; E. Theatre Management. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Approval of department head.

THEA 415. Theatre History I. 3 cr. Studies the history of theatre art and dramatic literature from primitive beginnings to the year 1700. Emphasis is placed on historical research in support of design and directing concept development. Prerequisite: Hist 101, 102 or consent of instructor.

THEA 416. Theatre History II. 3 cr. Studies the history of theatre art and dramatic literature from 1700 to the present day. Emphasis is placed on historical research in preparation of seminar presentations and research papers. Prerequisite: Hist 101, 102 or consent of instructor.

THEA 426. Theatre Management 3 cr. House and box office management, public relations and program development for arts productions.

University of Louisiana at LaFayette is a state university with undergraduate and graduate degrees. The Theatre Program academic activities are supported by an active production program.  Course descriptions are from the current University of Louisiana at LaFayette catalogue. 
Courses taught while serving as a Guest Lecturer during the summer of 2004.

THEA 251 Stagecraft 3 cr. Principles and techniques of scenery and property construction, rigging, and painting. Active participation in departmental stage productions.

TASP 1120 Introduction to Theatre (3 cr)  An introductory course which examines theatre history, dramatic structure, outstanding dramatic literature, various roles in theatre production, and future directions of theatre. Utilizes lecture, film review, play reading, and live theatre attendance.

TASP 1300 Technical Theatre I : Introduction (3 cr)  For theatre arts majors and anyone interested in the technical aspects of theatre production. An introductory course which surveys all elements of technical theatre design and production including sets, lighting, sound, properties, costume and makeup. Utilizes lecture, demonstration, films, and observation of working theatrical production facilities and personnel.

TASP 1310 Stagecraft (3 cr) Prerequisite: TASP 1300 Application of the set, lighting, property and sound theories presented in TASP 1300. The course provides experience in the construction, painting, dressing, and striking of theatre sets and props; the hanging, focusing and gelling of lighting instruments; the preparation of sound tapes and live sound effects; and the operation of sound and lighting control equipment.

TASP 2320 Technical Theatre II : Costuming (3 cr)  Prerequisite: TASP 1300  Presents theories and fundamentals of costume design with practical application through rendering and construction. Provides a general overview of costume history and period pattern drafting. Completers should be able to research, design, and construct a variety of period costumes.

TASP 2330 Technical Theatre III : Sets, Lighting and Sound (3 cr) Prerequisite: TASP 1300 and 1310 Designed to build upon the theories and skills developed in TASP 1300 and 1310. Course presents set, lighting and sound design techniques through study of and practice in rendering, perspective drawing, plan drafting, sketching, and model building.

TASP 2340 Stage Management (3 cr) Prerequisite: TASP 1300  Introduces the roles and responsibilities of the production stage manager including production book creation, meeting needs of the director, and leadership of the technical aspects in the production.

This course is required for Education Majors as well as Theatre Majors at BYU.  I taught this course at BYU from the summer of 2003 through spring of 2004.

TMA 266 Set Construction 1 (2 cr)  Prerequisite: major status; TMA foundation courses. Intermediate skills in scenic construction and stage maintenance.

TH:152 Introduction to Theatre (4 SH) Fundamental characteristics and function of the theatre. Includes basic roles of the playwright, director, actor, designer, technicians and other professions.

TH:241 Stagecraft: Theatre Technology (4 SH)  Production techniques, materials and equipment are demonstrated, tested and applied to theatrical production. Students examine the production process of scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costumes and special effects. Proficient production planning and safety are emphasized. Production stage management is introduced. 

TH:245 Introduction to Design (4 SH)  Study of the art and craft of theatrical design. The design process associated with costumes, makeup, scenery and lighting is explored in the studio, beginning with research, and conceptual drawings and renderings, models, and drafting. Perspective drawing, figure drawing, three-dimensional model building and standard drafting for the theatre will be introduced to the student. 

TH:344 Sets and Lights (3 cr) Portfolio projects in scenery and lighting design, beginning with script analysis and research and continuing through rendering techniques, finished drafting and model building. Studio as well as production assignments enhance students' understanding of these arts and their practical application. Projects are designed to enhance the student’s portfolio. Prerequisite: TH:245.

TH:501 Practicum (3 cr) Applied projects in theatre arts. All theatre majors successfully complete at least four semester hours, but no more than six semester hours of practicum work. One practicum in performance, one in design/technical, one open, and one major seminar. All projects require department approval, are graded, must be completed and include a minimum of five hours of project work per week. Students may complete only one project per semester and may not use practicum projects to simultaneously fulfill requirements of other courses. Not open to first-year students. 

NOTE: I was instrumental in rewriting the new four year program for theatre baccalaureate degree at Susquehanna University.In conjunction with this new program proposal I wrote the description and justification for the new history, literature and criticism courses.

TA 101 Appreciation of the Theatre (3 cr)  Fills the general education fine arts requirement.  Teaches the components of the live theatre production process, including producing, Playwrighting, directing, acting, designing and critiquing.Emphasizes the appreciation skills needed to become a discriminating audience member.  Not a performance class.  Uses textbook reading, lecture, media, demonstration and discussion.Students are required to attend live theatre production at Dixie college Theatre or at other production venues.Successful completers will be more discerning and sensitive theatre audience members.

TA 102 Understanding Drama (3 cr) Fills the general education literature requirement.  Teaches analysis of representative literature from major dramatic styles.Students read seven to ten plays, discuss the plays and write four to six three page essays about issues in the plays.Students are required to attend live theatre productions at DixieCollege theatre or at other production venues.Successful completers will have an increased understanding of dramatic literature and of major movements in drama.

TA 105 Appreciation of the Visual Arts of Theatre (3 cr)  Fills the general education fine arts requirement.  Teaches understanding of the technical components of theatre, including set, costume and makeup design and production.Emphasizes design theory and appreciation.Uses textbook reading, lecture, media, demonstration and discussion.  Laboratory opportunities are available.  Students are required to attend live theatre productions at DixieCollege theatre or at other production venues.Successful completers will have a foundation understanding and appreciation of technical theatre elements.

TA 115, 117, 118 First Year Theatre Workshop (2 cr)  Production work in the areas of: Performance (TA 115), Sets (TA 117), and Lights (TA 118)

TA 215, 217, 218 Second Year Theatre Workshop (2 cr)  Production work in the areas of: Performance (TA 215), Sets (TA 217), and Lights (TA 218)
Workshop classes use actual productions as the learning laboratory.  Emphasizes development of personal discipline and collaborative skills.

TA 299 Seminars in Theatre (1-3 cr) Specialized studies for advanced students in any area of study relating to the theatre.I have taught seminars in lighting, set design and construction and model building.