This course is an introduction to the literature, genre, conventions and style of drama as art and performance craft. It provides students with an overview of historical and contemporary theatrical practices.

An introduction to the elements of film, this course is designed to develop an appreciation and understanding of film as an art form. The class explores film criticism, film history, and film-making techniques through discussion and examination of historical and contemporary film.

This course is an introduction to terminology, improvisation, script analysis and interpretation, body movement, vocal production, acting techniques, and ensemble acting.

This course provides performance opportunities in Theatrical Improvisation.; All students in the course are required to be on the Snow College Improv Team. The course promotes acting and improv skills through supervised rehearsals and performances. Repeatable for credit.

This course is a multi-faceted approach to healthy vocal production, diction, and accent. It provides students with both the theory and practice of excellent speech function and expressive communication. Theory and practice in developing command of oral techniques for stage include breath support, resonation, free vocal release, and articulation. This course focuses on vocal production for the actor, which differs from that of a singer.

This course is a practical examination into the techniques and artistry of makeup for the theatre. The primary focus is on one- and three-dimensional techniques in corrective, aging, character and period styles.

This course is an introduction to technical theater methods, scenic construction, sound operations, stage lighting, scene painting, and stage management. The course provides opportunity for both theoretical and practical experience in the various aspects of technical theater.

How do you begin to interpret a play without seeing it performed? How do you do so with only the text? Script Analysis introduces you to the study, structures, and application of dramatic text analyisis and interpretation for the actor, designer, technician, and director. Giving you the tools to take a play from the page to the stage.

This course is intended to build upon the previous work of Acting I. It will explore and expand upon the craft of acting through practical experience and studio activities. Its purpose is to deepen students’ understanding of acting techniques. A primary goal of this course is to introduce a variety of techniques, increasing a student actor’s toolset. The class will emphasize two essential elements actors face: scene study and character/physical theatre work.

This course is an exploration of spontaneous movement and expression through improvisation. Students will explore individual and group creativity, timing, inventiveness, discovery of emotion, and thought processes. The course provides opportunity for both theoretical and practical experiences in the various aspects of movement improvisation, presentation, research and structure in vocal delivery. This course is repeatable for credit.

This course is an analysis and laboratory application of theories of stage direction. It examines directing as art and craft, with emphasis upon the director as an interpretive artist, acting coach, and administrator/manager for professional, civic, and educational settings.

This course is an introduction to the practical experience in sewing, fabric choice, flat pattern modification, fitting, and garment modification. Theoretical introduction to costume design, flat pattern design, and draping. This course is repeatable for credit.

What would Eliza Doolittle, the Sugar Plum Fairy, Annie Hall, or Miranda Priestly be without their costumes? Just as there are great fashion designers, there are great costume designers whose work is celebrated for its contributions to the movies, theater, and dance. In this course, students study the techniques and practices of theatrical costume design and illustration. Topics include analyzing the play script, costume history, textiles, research, costume plot, budget, illustrating costume design and construction of costumes for theatrical performance.

This course provides theoretical and practical training in scenic design. Students will develop skills and techniques for execution of scenic design for the theatre. Course studies will include drafting techniques and conventions relevant to the theatre and basic methods of scenic design as applied in contemporary practice.

Curious how film actors take your breath away, make your hair stand on end, or make your heart melt? In this course you can begin to learn the adjustments and practices most effective for acting in front of the camera, from hitting your mark to the foundational acting techniques, screenwriting structure, production process, internal work, and relationship to the camera. This course is intended to introduce students to the fundamental techniques, tools, and terminology for screen acting. Expanding upon the fundamentals learned in previous acting classes, Acting for the Camera applies performance work for 'on camera.'

A variable content course which treats subjects of special interest. The content will change from semester to semester and will be advertised in advance. May be taken by both majors and non-majors. Repeatable for credit.

This course is an introductory course in production management designed to instruct students in the methods and practice of proper stage management and prepare them to execute the responsibilities of stage management in professional, educational, and community spaces. The course embraces the intersection of theory and practice and will provide opportunities for both.

This class develops Musical Theater craft through class exercises, improvisation, rehearsal, performance, and various methods of character analysis and scene analysis. Students will stretch their ability to live in a play’s given circumstances and to handle text and rehearsal work. Performance will be a key assessment tool, with students collaborating on an end of semester scenes program, revue, or cabaret style performance. This course is repeatable for credit.

This course provides a practical examination of the basic techniques of scene painting. It also serves as a unique opportunity for students to see their work on stage by participating in the production of the Snow College theatrical season.; The class is organized as a combination of lecture, demonstration, research, and studio work. This course is repeatable for credit. (Additional fee required)

This course explores the study and application of theory and principles in designing theatrical lighting. Opportunities are provided to exercise theory in practical settings. Students are given opportunities to learn and develop skills in the following areas: (1) design appreciation and aesthetics; (2) the design process; (3) lighting instrumentation, hanging, and focusing; (4) qualities and functions of light; (5) color mixing; and (6) lighting effects.

This course allows application of acting skills through supervised play rehearsals and performances. This course is repeatable for credit.

This course allows application of acting skills through supervised play rehearsals and performances. This course is repeatable for credit.

This course allows application of acting skills through supervised play rehearsals and performances. This course is repeatable for credit.

This course allows application of acting skills through supervised play rehearsals and performances. This course is repeatable for credit.

This course allows application of acting skills through supervised play rehearsals and performances. This course is repeatable for credit.

This course allows application of acting skills through supervised play rehearsals and performances. This course is repeatable for credit.

This course is a practical application of basic theatre production skills through supervised play rehearsals and technical crew support experiences. Repeatable for credit.

This course is a practical application of basic theatre production skills through supervised play rehearsals and technical crew support experiences. Repeatable for credit.

This course is a practical application of basic theatre production skills through supervised play rehearsals and technical crew support experiences. Repeatable for credit.

This course is a practical application of basic theatre production skills through supervised play rehearsals and technical crew support experiences. Repeatable for credit.

This course is a practical application of basic theatre production skills through supervised play rehearsals and technical crew support experiences. Repeatable for credit.

This course is a practical application of basic theatre production skills through supervised play rehearsals and technical crew support experiences. Repeatable for credit.

This course provides students the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of the concepts and skills necessary for continuation in their field of study in the arts. The course is cross-circular project-based; reflecting back on student’s previous theatrical work and experiences and integrating those skills into platform designed to market their abilities. Students will propose and complete projects designed to show their abilities and present these in a public forum, either live or online. Examples of these projects might include solo performances, audio or video recording of works, or the preparation of an online portfolio. In addition to completing the project, students will learn the skills necessary to present the project, including the necessary computer, print, design, and marketing skills necessary to present their materials to the public.