Courses For Theatre at Aquinas College Grand Rapids Michigan
TE100 Introduction to Theatre (3) AC
Introduces theatre as an art form, exploring the collaboration process involved
with playwrights, directors, actors, designers, technicians and the development
by which the text is transformed to the stage. May involve some workshop and
outside group rehearsals. Does not count towards the Theatre major.
TE/EH113 Introduction to Drama (3) AC
Study of the elements of drama through close readings of works from various
ages and countries.
TE123 Introduction to Musical Theatre (3)
Exploration of the elements of American musical theatre. History, relevance
to the theatre movement, and the collaboration process of playwrights, composers,
lyricists, directors, choreographers, conductors, actors, designers and
technicians are introduced.
TE130 Introduction to Theatre Design (3)
Introduces the elements of design and interprets them theatrically: set, costume,
and light design. Explores text interpretation and visual expression.
TE140 Improvisational Acting (3)
Artistic method of improvisation focusing on the individual and ensemble exploring
spontaneity, group cohesion and trust, pantomime skills, characterization
and performance.
TE141 Acting I (3)
Introduction to the technique of acting using theatre games, improvisation, text
analysis, monologue and scene work, rehearsal etiquette and technique, and
performance. Explores the release of tension and freeing the actor’s body and
voice. Rehearsals outside of class are required.
TE221 Oral Interpretation (3)
Artistic method of preparation and delivery of interpretive readings from prose,
poetry, and drama focusing on literary analysis and editing, vocal and physical
production technique, choral reading, and readers’ theatre.
TE222 Storytelling (3)
Artistic method of preparation and delivery of poetry, folk tales, and other stories
focusing on story analysis and editing, and vocal and physical performance
technique.
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TE223 Voice and Diction (2)
Speech theory and technique designed to improve a stage actor’s vocal quality
which may include breath, production, articulation and phonetics.
Prerequisite: TE141 or consent of instructor.
TE241 Acting II (3)
Deeper exploration into the technique of acting using method and non-method
approaches to monologue and scene study. A more specifi c focus on vocal
and physical awareness, character work, bold acting choices and genre.
Rehearsal outside of class is required.
Prerequisite: TE141 or consent of instructor.
TE242 Script Analysis (3)
Artistic approach analyzing and interpreting dramatic texts for the purpose of
directors, actors and designers.
TE244 Stage Directing I (3)
Introduction to the art of directing focusing on script analysis, audition, staging,
dramatic rhythm and pace, rehearsal technique and leadership qualities.
The course culminates with student directed scenes from representative plays.
Rehearsals outside of class are required.
Prerequisite: TE113, TE130, TE141 or consent of instructor.
TE/MCEN250 Musical Theatre Workshop (2)
Exploring the actor/singer/dancer by concentrating on acting the song, vocal
production, dance, musical theatre auditions, and performance. Rehearsals
outside of class are required.
Prerequisite: TE141, MCAP166 or consent of instructor. Can be repeated once
as TE/MCEN350.
TE251 Stagecraft (3)
Exploration of various technical aspects of theatrical production which may
include scenery and property construction (metalwork, painting and rigging),
lighting and sound, costuming, and make-up. Scene shop laboratory hours may
be required.
TE253 Technical Theatre Practicum (1)
Participating in a Theatre Program mainstage production in stage management,
lighting, sound, scenery, props, costuming, or make-up and completing the requirements
set forth by the production’s technical director or costume/make-up
designer.
Prerequisites: TE251 or consent of instructor.
TE279 Tap Dance (2) HE
Introduction to tap dancing including basic steps, terms and combinations designed
to increase strength and fl exibility.
TE280 Liturgical Dance (2) HE
Introduction to dance and movement as a form of prayer. Content will include a
history of Sacred Dance as well as student choreographed dances for a variety
of worship services.
TE281 Ballet (2) HE
Introduction to ballet including body position, terms and beginning sequences
designed to increase strength and fl exibility.
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TE282 Modern Dance (2) HE
Introduction to modern dance including free form techniques and exercises designed
to increase strength and fl exibility.
TE283 Stage Movement (2)
Theatrical movement techniques designed to break physical habits, release
tension, explore physical character, increase strength and fl exibility, begin aerobic
activity and may introduce classical styles.
Prerequisite: TE141 or consent of instructor.
TE310 Special Topics in Theatre (variable)
Offers focus on a specialized area in theatre when resources are available.
TE340 Acting III (3)
Acting technique open to explore major period styles and genres. Rehearsals
outside of class are required. Prerequisites: TE141, TE241 or consent of
instructor; can be repeated once.
TE341 Acting Theatre Practicum (1)
Participating as an actor in a Theatre Program mainstage production and completing
the requirements set forth by the production’s director.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor by audition.
TE342 Audition Technique (2)
Exploring the professional theatre and fi lm audition by focusing on material
selection and preparation, appearance, impression, and headshot/resume
techniques.
Prerequisite: TE141 or consent of instructor.
TE344 Stage Directing II (3)
Deeper study in the art of directing focusing on concept, classical and stylized
theatre, musical theatre, and other genres. The course culminates with student
directed one-act plays. Successful completion of this course allows the student
to propose and, if chosen, direct the annual student laboratory production (see
TE444). Rehearsals outside of class are required.
Prerequisites: TE244 or consent of instructor.
TE351 Technical Theatre (3)
Deeper study into technical theatre which may include lighting, set and costume
design, and stage management and crew responsibilities. Scene shop laboratory
hours may be required.
Prerequisite: TE251.
TE/EH352 Script Writing (3)
Writing scripts for the stage and/or screen and the study of the elements of
script writing.
Prerequisite: EH210.
TE361 Theatre History I (3)
Survey from Greek theatre to the closing of the theatres in Commonwealth England
(1642). Designed to familiarize the student with various periods of theatre
history, both the physical aspects and the genre of drama that evolved from
each period. Readings of representative plays are required.
TE362 Theatre History II (3)
A continuation of TE361; from Restoration England (1660) to Ibsen. Readings
of representative plays are required.
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TE363 History of American Theatre (3)
Survey of the American stage from the 17th century to present; exploring social,
cultural, political, and economic contexts that shaped American theatre.
TE383 Creative Dramatics (3)
Explores dramatic texts written for child performers and focuses on dramatic
curriculum for children performance projects. Field component is required.
TE384 Children’s Theatre (3)
Explores dramatic texts intended for child audiences. Performances are
required.
Prerequisite: TE141 or Consent of instructor.
TE397 Theatre Internship (variable)
Opportunity for students to gain credit for a non-academic theatre experience.
Prerequisite: Consent of theatre director.
TE399 Independent Project in Theatre (variable)
Individually negotiated project in student’s area of interest established by contract
with instructor. One semester hour is required for the theatre major designed
to prepare students entering the theatre profession or graduate school.
The project may focus on life in the theatre, portfolios, resumes, job search,
audition material, agents, casting directors and the local and national theatre
scene. Contracts are fi led with the Registrar.
Prerequisite: Consent of theatre director.
TE/EH410 Shakespeare
Introduction to the reading and study of Shakespearean tragedy, comedy and
tragi-comedy.
TE444 Student Laboratory Production (1–3)
Annually, a student can be chosen through a proposal process to direct a laboratory
production. The process will be mentored by a faculty member and students
other than the director can participate based on audition or interest (actor,
stage manager, designer, or producer). These productions are performed in the
student theatre laboratory
Prerequisite: consent of theatre director. 1 credit=50 hours; 2 credits=100 hours;
3 credits=150 hours of service. Can be repeated.
TE461 Drama Theory (3)
Explores the nature of drama through the perspectives of theorists from various
periods and focuses on its relation to the other fi ne arts and the human condition.
TE462 Twentieth Century Theatre (3)
Explores the nature of theatre styles through the perspectives of modern era
theorists; late 19th century to present.
TE463 Individual Research in Theatre (3)
Thesis research in areas which may focus on theory, history, or styles; research
in marketing and advertisement for a Theatre Program mainstage production
or student laboratory production; serve as dramaturge for a Theatre Program
mainstage production or student laboratory production; or project proposed by
student. Requirements set by instructor.
Prerequisite: Consent of theatre director.
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