THTR 2154 - Design for the Theatre
3 Credits
Introduces the concepts, process, and practices common to the design of scenery, lighting and costume. The study and application of the aesthetic principles and graphic skills involved in all areas of theatrical design. Development of the student’s abilities in research methodology, as it applies to design for the theatre. Emphasis on design skills (including CAD programs) as a communication tool in the collaborative process of theatrical production. Prerequisites: Recommended THTR 1105 .
Major Content Areas
The safe use of common materials, fabrication tools, and theatrical equipment. Common theatrical production techniques. The elements of theatrical design as they apply to the concepts and meanings of a script. Various roles in a collaborative theatrical production and how to communicate effectively within these roles.
Learning Outcomes
Safely use common materials, fabrication tools, and theatrical equipment for the desired effect of theatrical design. Implement common theatrical design as the apply to the concepts and meanings of a script. Describe the elements of theatrical design as they apply to the concepts and meanings of a script. Identify the effectiveness of each member’s role in a collaborative theatrical production. Communicate effectively within a collaborative theatrical production. Contribute to the overall outcome of theatrical production.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
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