NOTE: Courses listed below are displaying descriptions of permanent classes from the
current semester. Special Topics Course listed further below.
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THEA 102 - Introduction To Theater
This course is an introduction to theatre in which you will learn about the
work of playwrights, directors, actors, and designers, as well as about theatre
history, styles, and forms. You will: attend lectures; explore play scripts
and videos of plays; study a textbook; complete creative projects, open-book
quizzes, and exams; and attend live performances. Ultimately, the course
will help you to better appreciate, analyze, and respond to theatre by increasing
your understanding of what goes into the making of it. 4 credits. COURSE IS APPROPRIATE
FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS. OFFERED EVERY SEMESTER.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 119 - Musical Theatre Singing
This semester will provide an opportunity for you to develop your unique expressive
skills through singing! Each class will be a journey exploring techniques used for
healthy vocal production through the discussion and study of postural alignment, breathing,
tone production, diction, phrasing, text communication and interpretation. Offered
regularly. 2 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 203 - Theory of Technical Production
Lectures and discussions on technical elements that make a theater production.
Classes delve into introductory material on designers and their functions; scenic
and costume construction techniques; stage rigging, hardware and material; sound;
stage procedures and safety. Simple drafting projects and the ability to read floor
plans and stage elevations are stressed.
This class has as a co-requisite THEP 216. To sign up for THEA 203 and THEP 216 you
must be free for all times and dates (all rehearsals and performances) for 1 of the
shows listed below. If you are not able to do a show, you may be asked to drop the
class.
THIS COURSE IS APPROPRIATE FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: THEP 216
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 207 - Actor Trng I - Basic Processes
In this introductory course you will learn methods to embody the art of acting
for live performances. Special attention is given to truthful doing and self-awareness,
reducing self-consciousness. You'll learn communication techniques and develop
physical and vocal presence. The course includes regular warm-ups, theatre exercises,
improvisations, script analysis, and culminates in the performance of a final scene. You'll engage with contemporary
dramatic texts from a diverse group of playwrights and see live theatrical performances.
This class or THEA208 is a requirement for Theatre Majors with an Acting/Directing
emphasis. Notes: THIS COURSE IS APPROPRIATE FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS. Offered
in Fall and Spring. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 208 - Acting I
This course is the advanced section of THEA 207, Acting 1. It is intended for students
who have had previous acting experience. Special attention is given to truthful doing,
self-awareness and embodying the art of acting. The course includes regular warm-ups,
theatre exercises, improvisations, script analysis, and culminates in the performance
of a final scene. You'll engage with contemporary dramatic texts from a
diverse group of playwrights and see live theatrical performances. This class or THEA207
is a requirement for Theatre Majors with an Acting/Directing emphasis. SPECIAL PREREQUISITES:
Admission by instructor's permission. Interview/Auditions held prior to the first
day of classes. Contact Anne Brady abrady@binghamton.edu for information
about how to join this class. THIS COURSE IS APPROPRIATE FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS. Offered
in Fall. 4 credits
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 219 - Broadway for Beginners
Are you curious about performing in musicals, but not sure where to begin? Then
this class is for you! Learn the foundations of various aspects of musical theatre
performance (singing, dancing, and acting) and bring songs from the musical theatre
canon to life. There is no audition requirement for this course; students with no
experience are especially encouraged to take this class! Offered regularly. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 222 - Beginning Dance
If you’ve wondered about dance, but haven’t taken the plunge, then
Beginning Dance is for you. In a nurturing, mutually‐accepting environment, we will
explore the fundamentals of dance technique including weight‐sharing, partnering,
memorization, line and breath, balance, poise, musicality resulting in a performance
of introductory level choreography. This class can be a stepping stone to more advanced
classes in Modern, Jazz, Ballet and other styles. Participants will perform daily
stretches and calisthenics that will leave them stronger, more flexible, and with
better endurance. On the first day of class, students will be assessed based on a
provided dance exercise and placed in the appropriate class (scheduled at the same
time) to best advance their learning. Offered regularly. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 223 - Dance Technique I: Tap
Basic tap technique, terminology and rhythm. Covers beginner level skills and tap
history. Offers physical exercise, along with an introduction to the art of tap dancing.
For majors and non-majors. Meets two times per week. Experience helpful but not necessary.
2 credits. Offered in Fall and Spring. Repeatable.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 225 - Dance Technique I: Ballet
An introductory level course based on the practical and theoretical principles
of Classical Ballet. The student will learn about body alignment, barre and center
work as well as the history of both Classical and Contemporary Ballet. This course
is for beginners in dance as well as students who are looking to refine and perfect
their technique. For majors and non-majors. Meets four times per week. Prerequisites:
None THIS COURSE IS APPROPRIATE FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS. Repeatable, 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 226 - Dance Technique I: Jazz
First level of jazz dance that introduces students to jazz technique. The course
will cover various jazz styles including, concert, night club, television and film,
in addition to Broadway. This is a strenuous and physically demanding class. It will
explore the dance styles of Bob Fosse, Jack Cole, Lester Horton, Luigi, Fred Benjamin,
Frank Hatchett, and other famous styles of jazz throughout history. Class will include
coverage of the origins of Jazz dance and is particularly suited to the student studying
musical theatre. THIS COURSE IS APPROPRIATE FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS.
For majors and non-majors. Meets four times per week. Repeatable.
4 credits
Offered Fall and Spring semester
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 229 - Beginning African Dance
Dance is one of the oldest art forms in Africa. It reflects the culture of people
in many contexts. This course introduces students to authentic African dance traditions
from Ghana. It explores the meaning, values and various contexts in which dance is
performed among Ghanaian societies. Beginning with basic timeline and dance steps,
students will understand various movements, gestures and expressions as a significant
means of communicating ideas and enforcing social bonds. Students will also learn
songs that accompany the dances to deepen their understanding and interrelatedness
of holistic African and Ghanaian music and dance cultures. 4 credits. Offered most fall and spring semesters.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 241 - Intro to Lighting Technology
An introduction to the tools and equipment used in lighting as well as the properties
and principles of lighting design. Primary focus will be given to electrical theory,
standard equipment, accessories, control methods, and elementary programming. Practical
and production work will implement the methods and skills learned in class. Completion
of this class should adequately prepare the student for work as an entry level theatrical
electrician. THIS COURSE IS APPROPRIATE FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS. Co-requisite is THEP
216, unless already taken. Offered fall only. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 242 - Foundational Drawing in Design
An introduction to the principles and practices related to drawing by hand. This
studio-style course will focus on the foundational drawing skills needed for future
design classes for theatre and other entertainment related media with a focus on exploring
form through observation using line, shading, tone, and texture in graphite only.
Offered fall only. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 243 - Intro to Costume Technology
An introduction to the principles and practices of technology to build and sew
clothing/costumes. This in class course will focus on skills needed for costume construction
in theatre and other entertainment related media, such as cos-play, with a focus on
machine and hand sewing in the costume shop. No prior sewing knowledge is required.
Learn the basics skills with us to inspire your future creativity! Offered fall only.
4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 245 - Intermediate Lighting Tech
Lectures, discussion, and practice with lighting technology, intermediate programming,
wiring projects and their applications and use in productions, and the roles directly
supporting the lighting designer and production. Prerequisites: THEA 203, THEA 241
or permission of instructor. Offered every 3rd semester. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 257 - Intro to Stage Management
This introductory course highlights the essential role of the Stage Manager as
the main communication hub and navigator for a theatrical production. Offers an overview
of the organizing principles in paperwork, organizing rehearsal spaces, staging, and
communication skills, which aid in accomplishing this successfully. You will learn
how productions happen from the first production meeting through to closing night
on different scales, from academic theater up to Broadway. This course places a strong
emphasis on using the skillsets and varied experience you already possess to make
you a stronger leader. THIS COURSE IS APPROPRIATE FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS. 4 credits.
Offered yearly.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 306 - World Dramatic Literature
This course looks at plays from around the world as literature, using a practical theatrical
lens. We will explore genre, style, conflict, plot structure, world-building, character
development, language, and form, but all in an attempt to understand how theatre
artists use these tools to bring shows to life. You will: participate in discussions;
read approximately one play a week; attend live performances; take open-book
quizzes; create/watch video presentations; and complete writing assignments with
both analytic and creative elements. Ultimately, you will deepen your understanding of
theatre, as well as its role in building empathy and cross-cultural understanding.
4 credits. Pre-requisite: Any Theater class or permission of instructor. THIS COURSE
IS OFFERED FALL ONLY.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 307 - Int Acting II:Meisner Technque
Students will engage in the creation, presentation and analysis of a series of
prepared structured improvisations. This sequence of exercises, and their applications,
are rooted in the core objectives, principles and teachings of Sanford Meisner, all
of which form the basis of The Meisner Technique. The class focuses on the truth of
the actor's behavior, paring away what is unnecessary, helping the actor achieve
an un-self-conscious revelation of their inner life, responding moment-to-moment off
of their partner and strengthening their imagination. Exercises are prepared outside
of class. The course includes reading and writing assignments. Prerequisite: THEA
308. Repeatable. Offerings Vary by Semester. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 308 - Intrmed Acting: Scene Study
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For students who wish to continue the study of acting in greater depth, this acting
workshop approaches scene and monologue work in an organic way based on the principles
of Stanislavski. Students will deepen their awareness of the acting techniques and
concepts originally learned in THEA 207 or 208, and learn new psychophysical methods
to explore scene work. Assignments will involve creative responses that will deepen
the actor’s investigation of presence, partner, circumstance and action. Outside
of class rehearsals & two to three scene presentations required. Repeatable. Prerequisite:
THEA 207 or 208. Offered in Fall and Spring Semesters. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 310 - Actor Training: Body Work
An introduction to movement training for the performing artist that focuses
on physical communication through physical action. Students investigate “self-use”
in areas of breathing, alignment, and body language in order to recognize and eliminate
unnecessary tension and habitual physical patterns, and thereby free themselves to
respond creatively. Students explore the principles of various physical theatre
techniques, as well as the foundations of movement: time, space, energy and
effort as they inspire movement through creative impulse. Prerequisite:
THEA 207 or THEA 208 or consent of instructor. Repeatable. Offerings
Vary By Semester. 4 credits
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 319 - Voice Lessons Intermediate
This course will provide the student with private vocal (singing) instruction.
Focus will be on consistent and healthy vocal technique as it applies to the singer
of musical theatre. Restriction: By audition only. It is recommended that students
enroll in THEA 119: Musical Theatre Singing before taking THEA 319: Voice Lessons.Offered
regularly. 1 credit.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 320 - Dance - Drama Styles in India
Various dance styles are widely practiced and celebrated as part of the cultural
heritage of India. In this course, students will be introduced to the most important
and distinct Indian classical dance styles, such as Bharatha Natyam, Kathak, Kathakali,
Manipuri, Kuchipudi, Odissi, etc. The students will learn the history and theories
behind these complex dance traditions while considering the phases of growth, decay,
and renewal of classical art forms over time. This course is appropriate for students
with no background in Indian culture and students who already have familiarity with
the region and are seeking better understanding of Asian cultural heritages. Restriction:
no freshman. Offered regularly. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 322 - Choreography I
This class studies performance elements and choreographic work in order to analyze
their relevance, functionality and impact within the current context. Processes of
improvisation, research - creation and reflection will be developed, in which the
student will be able to compare his technical skills in the light of his creative
concerns. We will explore several choreographic techniques to derive meaning from
dance and find bridges that connect us with the world of ideas. Format: Lecture, discussion,
studio work. Prerequisite: A previous dance class or permission of instructor. Semester
offered varies. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 325 - Dance Technique II: Ballet
Level II Ballet is a continuation of level I with emphasis on placement and musicality.
Further developing the technique by the introduction of combinations in adagio, petit
allegro, and the grande allegro. Meets four times per week. Attendance mandatory.
Prerequisite: THEA 225 or permission of instructor. Repeatable.
4 credits
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 326 - Dance Technique II: Jazz
Second level of jazz to further student's technique in jazz dance. Students
will concentrate on learning the theory and practice of the Luigi Dance Technique.
This class will give the students the tools to later register for a teacher certification
course in Luigi technique. Prerequisite: THEA 226 or consent of instructor. Students
should have previous experience in jazz dance. Repeatable. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 328 - Dance Technique II: Tap
Intermediate/advanced tap technique, terminology, rhythm and Tap history. Focuses
on musicality, tempo and rhythm changes, speed and clarity of sounds, and varying
tap-dance styles on stage and in other modern settings such as concerts, television,
and film. The class format will include active physical learning of dance movements
and discussion of assigned viewings/readings relating to such topics as the history,
notation, vocabulary, and the notable dancers/choreographers of tap dance. Repeatable.
Prerequisite: THEA 223 or 228 or consent of instructor. 4 credits
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 329 - Advanced African Dance
Dance is one of the oldest art forms in Africa. This course expands on intro class
in African dance traditions from Ghana. It explores the meaning, values and various
contexts in which dance is performed among Ghanaian societies. Advanced class offers
more in depth study of various movements, gestures and expressions as a significant
means of communicating ideas and enforcing social bonds, as well as learning new songs
that accompany the dances to deepen understanding of the interrelatedness of holistic
African and Ghanaian music/dance cultures. 4 credits. Prerequisite: THEA 229. Offered
fall and spring semesters.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 331 - Dances of South Asia
This class will incorporate an exploration of the fundamentals of traditional South
Asian dance with a comparative approach that enables students to develop an understanding
of cultural differences between dance styles in South Asia and the West. Students
will be introduced to various ways of presenting and performing South Asian dancing
genres, including not only traditional formats, but also in modern settings. The class
format will be divided equally between active physical learning of dance movements
and discussion of assigned readings relating to such topics as dance-related history, costumes,
artists, and art movements; dance as a marker of relationships within and among different
cultures; and aspects of dance fusion between South Asia and the West. Offered fall
and spring. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 340 - Scene Design
An introduction to the principles and practices related to scenic design. This
course will focus specifically on scenic design for the theatre employing related
process and practices; however, we will simultaneously explore how this focus, understanding,
and skill set can be applied more broadly to design for other types of live shows
and entertainment-related projects. (Recommended courses prior to taking this class:
THEA 347 - Drafting for Theatre.)
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 359 - Directing I
This course examines the director’s creative process in translating a dramatic
text onto the stage and ends with students directing a fully staged scene from a play
of their choice. We will explore how directors locate the deep “why” behind
their work, and how that translates into every element of production. The class will
explore how directors play and communicate with actors to collaboratively craft a scene.
Students will apply fundamental directing skills through a progression of stage compositions,
silent and neutral scenes, as well as in class scene work and rehearsals. Outside
of class rehearsals, readings and project work are required for this course. Prerequisites:
THEA 308 and 310. Repeatable. Offerings Vary by Semester. 4 credits.
Levels: Undergraduate
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THEA 419 - Voice Lessons Advanced
This course will provide the student with private vocal (singing) instruction.
Focus will be on consistent and healthy vocal technique as it applies to the singer
of musical theatre. This class will build on skills learned in THEA 119 and THEA 319,
expand the range of styles and the repertoire into more difficult pieces. Prerequisite:
THEA 319. By audition only. Offered regularly. 1 credit.
Levels: Undergraduate
For Special Topics courses, course numbers and class descriptions change each semester and are not displayed
in Course Scheduler.
Click here for official catalog descriptions of courses.
| THEA 286 (01) Intro to MT Musicianship 1 |
CRN: 33377 |
| 287E Beginning Hip Hop (01) |
CRN: 32663 |
| 287E Beginning Hip Hop (02) |
CRN: 32664 |
| 287M Live Event Planning/Management |
CRN: 31755 |
| 386A MT Musicianship I |
CRN: 34320 |
| 386D Vocal Coaching |
CRN: 34336 |
| 387A Costume Design II |
CRN: 32666 |
| 387B Beijing Opera Makeup: Lines |
CRN: 22359 |
| 287C Beijing Opera Combat: Spear |
CRN: 22363 |
| 387G Scenic Crafts |
CRN: 33120 |
| 387S Stage Management Lab (01) |
CRN: 23878 |
| 389A Dance,Power, and Identity (01) |
CRN: 33330 |
| 389G Broadway Marketing and PR (01) |
CRN: 32771 |
| 389K Russia and Ukraine in Crisis (01) |
CRN: 33322 |
| 389Q Entertainment, Comm&Relations (01) |
CRN: 10274 |
| 389Y Contemporary Global Plays |
CRN: 34394 |
| 487C Adv. Lighting Design Studio (01) |
CRN: 33376 |
| 487J Adv. Scenic Design Studio (01) |
CRN: 33373 |
| 487P Advanced Costume Design (01) |
CRN: 32943 |
| 489Q Adv. Entertainment Marketing (01) |
CRN: 10275 |
