Scottsdale Community College 2012-13 Catalog
Issue link: http://www.e-digitaleditions.com/i/65334
SCOTTSDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2012-2013 CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOK THP213 3 credits Introduction to Technical Theatre Procedures of technical theatre production and demonstration. Topics include design and construction of scenery, lighting and properties. Prerequisites: None. THP214 Directing Techniques Contemporary theory and practice in directing, the evolution of present-day directing procedures, and a sampling of scripts for directing practice. Principles of script analysis, blocking, casting, rehearsing and performing. Prerequisites: THP112 and THE220, or permission of instructor. (Offered in the Spring semester only.) THP216 Beginning Stage Lighting Basic theories and methods of stage lighting for all production types. Emphasis on technical/theoretical facts, artistic/design concept development, and "teamwork" structure of theatre. Examines stage lighting optics, instrument selection and application, color theory, circuiting and control systems, and basic design. Prerequisites: THP213 or permission of instructor. (Offered Spring semester only.) THP220 3 credits 4 periods Advanced Acting: Television and Film Focuses on special technical aspects of advanced acting before a camera. Prerequisites: THP210 or permission of instructor. THP241 3 credits 3 periods Oral Interpretation of Literature (COM241) The study, analysis, and preparation of prose, poetry, and dramatic literature. Preparation of material for public audiences. Prerequisites: ENG101 or ENG107 or equivalent. THP267 3 credits 4 periods Painting Techniques for Film, TV and Theatre Theory and skills in scenic artistry. Techniques of painting two- dimensional and three-dimensional scenery, tools, and the use of color. Prerequisites: THP213. THP270 2 credits 5 periods Musical Theatre Workshop (MUP270) Workshop in the study and performance of Musical Theatre repertoire including audition techniques, talent evaluation criticism, rehearsal techniques, vocal acting styles, stage movement, and performance. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: None. THP271 3 credits Voice and Diction (COM271) Exercises and techniques to free the voice and improve projection, resonance, and articulation. Covers international phonetic alphabet and standard stage speech. Prerequisites: None. 3 periods THP298 - SPECIAL PROJECTS: Information about THP298 courses can be found on page 234. SCOTTSDALE CONSERVATORY THEATRE SCT Hotline THP291AA 1 credit 480.423.6718 2 periods Summer Conservatory: Stage Movement Techniques of body centering, coordination, relaxation, energization, and physical expression for the actor. May be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. Prerequisites: By audition and interview only. THP291AB 1 credit 2 periods Summer Conservatory: Voice and Diction Basic principles and techniques of voice production and stage speech for the actor. May be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. Prerequisites: By audition and interview only. THP291AC 1 credit 1 period Summer Conservatory: Script Analysis (ACT) Theory and practice in analysis of dramatic literature for the actor. Emphasis on techniques of character analysis for interpretation. May be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. Prerequisites: By audition and interview only. THP291AD 1 credit 2 periods Summer Conservatory: Improvisation Techniques of improvisation to develop the actor's creativity. Emphasis on inner resources, sensory memory, and emotional memory. May be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. Prerequisites: By audition and interview only. THP291AE 3 credits 4 periods Summer Conservatory: Scene Study Basic methodology and process of rehearsing and creating a character through prepared scenes for faculty critique and analysis. May be repeated for a total of nine (9) credit hours. Prerequisites: By audition and interview only. *Go to page 50 for more information on SUN courses. www.scottsdalecc.edu 3 credits 4 periods 3 credits 3 periods 5 periods THP281 Production and Acting I Provides the continuing acting student with opportunities to expand the versatility of characterization skills. Emphasis on relating the actor's work to the total production process. Performance of monologues, scenes, and one-act plays. Prerequisites: Departmental approval. THP282 Production and Acting II Provides the continuing acting student with opportunities to expand the versatility of characterization skills. Emphasis on relating the actor's work to the total production process. Performance of monologues, scenes, and one-act plays. Prerequisites: THP281 or departmental approval. 3 credits 4 periods 3 credits 4 periods 239 Courses