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TA 5015 - Graduate Seminar

Special topics in the theory and practice of theatre, current trends, and recent developments.

Credit Hour(s): 3, Lecture Hour(s): 3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5016 - Graduate Seminar

Special topics in the theory and practice of theatre, current trends, and recent developments.

Credit Hour(s): 3, Lecture Hour(s): 3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5315G - Advanced Directing

Script analysis, theories, techniques, and practical applications of theatrical direction. Theories and aesthetics of directing, functions of the director, script analysis, basic principles and techniques of staging. Pre: Graduate standing.

Credit Hour(s): 3, Lecture Hour(s): 3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5316G - Advanced Directing

Script analysis, theories, techniques, and practical applications of theatircal direction. Rehearsal techniques, style determination realism, and non-realism.

Credit Hour(s): 3, Lecture Hour(s): 3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): TA 5315G, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5415 - Production Studio I

Investigation of various fundamental production problems involving topic-oriented research, collaborative work, and individual projects. (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5416 - Production Studio I

Iinvestigation of various fundamental production problems involving topic-oriented research, collaborative work, and individual projects. (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5425 - Production Studio II

Investigation and experimentation with various advanced production problems involving topic-oriented research, collaborative work, and individual projects. (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5426 - Production Studio II

Iinvestigation and experimentation with various advanced production problems involving topic-oriented research, collaborative work, and individual projects. (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5435 - Production Studio III

Investigation of specific production problems requiring the application of professional competencies (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5436 - Production Studio III

Investigation of specific production problems requiring the application of professional competencies. (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5504 - Topics in Theatrical Scenic Technology I

Topic-centered investigation in theatrical production process and management, or technical theatre design concepts. Examination of theories and practice through research, communication and collaborative practices. Theoretical examination and practical application of a range of approaches and trends in the field. May be repeated once for credit with different content, for a maximum of 6 credits. Pre: Graduate standing.

Credit Hour(s): 3, Lecture Hour(s): 3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5514 - Topics in Theatrical Scenic Technology II

Topic-centered investigation in structural design for the theatrical stage in either wood or steel. Mathematical examination of empirical techniques and methods through practical examples and the application of a range of common challenges in the field. May be repeated once for credit with different content, for a maximum of 6 credits. Pre: Graduate standing.

Credit Hour(s): 3, Lecture Hour(s): 3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5524 - Topics in Theatrical Scenic Technology III

Topic-centered investigation in the physics, equipment, and automation involved in mechanical design for the theatrical stage. Examination of common practices through research, mathematical application, and practical application. Characteristic investigation and practical application of a range of approaches and trends in the field. May be repeated twice (2 times) for credit with different content, for a maximum of 9 credits. Pre: Graduate standing.

Credit Hour(s): 3, Lecture Hour(s): 3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5534 - Topics in Theatrical Scenic Technology IV

Topic-centered investigation in drafting and geometry, and theatrical rigging. Examination of common drafting and rigging practices through examples, and practical application. Characteristic investigation and practical application of a range of approaches and trends in the field. May be repeated 1 time for credit with different content, for a maximum of 6 credits. Pre: Graduate standing.

Credit Hour(s): 3, Lecture Hour(s): 3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): noneCorequisite(s): none

 

TA 5614 - Topics in Art Leadership I

Topic-centered investigation in arts management, leadership, or advocacy. Examination of theories and practice through research, communication and collaborative practices. Theoretical examination and practical application of a range of approaches and trends in the field. May be repeated two times for credit with different content, for a maximum of 9 credits. Pre: Graduate Standing.

Credit Hour(s): 3, Lecture Hour(s): 3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5615 - Arts Management Studio I

Topic-oriented investigation of various fundamental arts management problems involving research, collaborative work, and individual projects. (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5616 - Arts Management Studio I

Topic-oriented investigation of various fundamental arts management problems involving research, collaborative work, and individual projects. (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5624 - Topics in Art Leadership II

Topic-centered investigation in specialized areas of arts management: arts marketing, development (fundraising), or grant writing. Involves research, communication and collaborative practices, and individual projects. Theoretical examination and practical application of a range of approaches and trends in the field. May be repeated two times for credit with different content, for a maximum of 9 credits. Pre: Graduate Standing.

Credit Hour(s): 3, Lecture Hour(s): 3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5625 - Arts Management Studio II

Topic-oriented investigation and experimentation with various advanced arts management problems involving research, collaborative work, and individual projects. (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5626 - Arts Management Studio II

Topic-oriented investigation and experimentation with various advanced arts management problems involving research, collaborative work, and individual projects. (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5634 - Topics in Art Leadership III

Topic-centered investigation in various areas of advanced arts management: human resources, financial management, or strategic management. Involves research, communication and collaborative practices, and individual projects. Theoretical examination and practical application of a range of approaches and trends in the field. May be repeated two times for credit with different content, for a maximum of 9 credits. Pre: Graduate Standing.

Credit Hour(s): 3, Lecture Hour(s): 3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5635 - Arts Management Studio III

Topic/project-oriented investigation of specific arts management problems requiring the application of professional competencies. (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5636 - Arts Management Studio III

Topic/project-oriented investigation of specific arts management problems requiring the application of professional competencies. (2H, 2C minimum; 6H, 6C maximum) each.

Credit Hour(s): 2 to 6  Lecture Hour(s):  2 to 6, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online Lecture, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5704 - Graduate Theatre Internship

Internship of one semester in production (technical theatre, design, or directing), child drama (theatre for youth or creative drama), or arts management (including stage management) with a professional theatre company or similar off-campus professional situation.

Credit Hour(s): 9  Lecture Hour(s):  none, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lab Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5894 - Final Examination

Credit Hour(s): 3 Lecture Hour(s):  3, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online LecturePrerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5904 - Project and Report

Credit Hour(s): 1 to 19  Lecture Hour(s):  none, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Research, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5974 - Independent Study

Credit Hour(s): 1 to 19  Lecture Hour(s):  none, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Independent StudyPrerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5984 - Special Study

Credit Hour(s): 1 to 19  Lecture Hour(s):  none, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Lecture, Online LecturePrerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none

 

TA 5994 - Research and Thesis

Credit Hour(s): 1 to 19  Lecture Hour(s):  none, Level: Graduate, Instruction Type(s): Research, Prerequisite(s): none, Corequisite(s): none