Fall 2012 - Credit ClassesSchedule of Classes and Open/Closed Class List
Theater Arts
Performing & Communication Arts Division
Room C121 - (626) 585-7216
Visual Arts & Media Studies Division
Room R118 - (626) 585-7238
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| THART 1 | INTRODUCTION TO THEATER | 3 Units |
Introduction to theatre as an art form through exploration of theatre in production, with an emphasis on the collaborative role of theatre artists and the active role of the audience. Understanding of, and access to, live theatrical events and enhanced appreciation of their value to society; development of critical skills through consideration of representative examples of theatrical productions from numerous genres and time periods. Attendance at selected college-sponsored and professional theatre events required. REQUIRED instructional trips. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
#0716 6:50pm-10:10pm Th Lecture C312 MASSIE S C
| THART 2A | ACTING FUNDAMENTALS | 3 Units |
Prerequisite(s): None.
Principles of acting techniques: characterization, interpretation, movement and voice. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
#2400 8:50am-10:25am TuTh Lecture C108 JENNER S H
#2694 9:00am-12:20pm Sat Lecture C108 MASSIE S C
#2401 10:25am- Noon TuTh Lecture C108 RYDBECK W W
#2576 Noon- 1:35pm MW Lecture C108 CORWIN H L
#0860 1:00pm- 2:35pm TuTh Lecture C108 JENNER S H
#2399 3:10pm- 6:30pm W Lecture C108 AHRENS W
#0629 6:30pm- 9:50pm W Lecture C106 RYDBECK W W
| THART 2B | INTERMEDIATE ACTING | 3 Units |
Prerequisite(s): ThArt 2A.
Acting techniques for stage and camera. Characterization through script interpretation and preparation for performance. Recommended enrollment in ThArt 29 and 30. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
#0257 Noon- 3:20pm M LecLab C106 RYDBECK W W
& Noon- 2:15pm W C106 RYDBECK W W
& 2:15pm- 3:20pm W C106 RYDBECK W W
#2039 7:00pm-10:20pm MW LecLab C108 AHRENS W
| THART 2C | ADVANCED ACTING FUNDAMENTALS | 3 Units |
Prerequisite(s): ThArt 2B.
Application of performance techniques and support activities for stage and camera productions. Advanced character development and the study of period styles and genres. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Recommended enrollment in ThArt 29 and 30. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
#0270 Noon- 3:20pm MW LecLab C106 RYDBECK W W
#2030 7:00pm-10:20pm MW LecLab C108 AHRENS W
| THART 5 | HISTORY OF THEATER ARTS | 3 Units |
Prerequisite(s): None.
Development of the stage from primitive theater to the present. Recommended Engl 60. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
#0826 9:00am-12:20pm F Lecture C111 ADCOCK A J
#2410 6:20pm- 9:40pm M Lecture C312 ADCOCK A J
| THART 6 | PLAY WRITING | 3 Units |
Prerequisite(s): None.
Basic view of dramatic structure in play writing designed to develop writing skills through study of professional models, writing scenes and plays, and workshop reading of material in progress. Recommended ThArt 2A. Maximum credit 9 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU Grading: Letter Grade Only
#1861 9:00am-12:20pm Sat LecLab C117 KNIGHT R
| THART 7A | EARLY FILM HISTORY | 3 Units |
Prerequisite(s): None.
(Visual Arts and Media Studies Division) Development of motion pictures from their inception to the 1940's. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Students who are interested in film studies, see also
THART 7B, ENGL 49, PHOTO 25, PHOTO 26A-C.
#0830 8:40am- Noon Th Lecture UU180 FOSTER W R
#1347 11:00am- 2:20pm M Lecture UU180 FOSTER W R
#2414 1:00pm- 4:20pm Th Lecture UU180 SIERRA J
| THART 7B | CONTEMPORARY FILM HISTORY | 3 Units |
Prerequisite(s): None.
Recommended Preparation: ThArt 7A.
(Visual Arts and Media Studies Division) Survey of national and international film movements and developments from the 1950's to the present with special attention given to the influence of Hollywood studios and directors in the world of cinema, art and ideas. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade Only
Students who are interested in film studies, see also
THART 7A, ENGL 49, PHOTO 25, PHOTO 26A-C.
#1008 8:40am- Noon Tu Lecture UU180 FOSTER W R
#0852 11:00am- 2:20pm W Lecture UU180 FOSTER W R
#2419 1:00pm- 4:20pm Tu Lecture UU180 FOSTER W R
#1007 2:30pm- 5:50pm M Lecture UU180 FOSTER W R
#1167 2:30pm- 5:50pm W Lecture UU180 HALLINGER J
No. 1167: This section is part of the Scholars Block III Program. Students must enroll in all three sections: Theater Arts 7B, #1167, Philosophy 25, #0800, and Sociology 1, #1562.
#1247 2:30pm- 5:50pm W Lecture UU180 HALLINGER J
No. 1247: This section is part of the Scholars Block III Program. Students must enroll in all three sections: Theater Arts 7B, #1247, Philosophy 25, #2954, and Sociology 1, #0126.
#0434 4:00pm- 7:20pm Th Lecture PHS HUNT S
No. 0434: First class meeting is Thursday, August 30. This section is taught at Pasadena High School, 2925 East Sierra Madre Blvd., Pasadena - 626-798-8901. Allow travel time when scheduling your classes. #0213 4:30pm- 7:50pm Tu Lecture UU180 SIERRA J
#2644 6:00pm- 9:20pm W Lecture UU180 SIERRA J
| THART 8 | VOICE AND MOVEMENT FOR THE PERFORMER | 3 Units |
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
The development of vocal and physical expression of the performer in theater, film and television. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade Only
#0862 1:00pm- 2:35pm Tu Lecture W201 ADCOCK A J
& 1:00pm- 2:35pm Th W201 RYDBECK W W
| THART 10A | MAKEUP FOR STAGE AND SCREEN | 1 Unit |
Prerequisite(s): None.
Theory and practical application of makeup for stage, television and cinema. Required participation in rehearsals and performances. Recommended enrollment in ThArt 30. Total of 18 hours lecture and 36 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
#2420 6:50pm-10:10pm Tu LecLab C172 HANNA J M
| THART 12A | TECHNICAL THEATER | 4 Units |
Prerequisite(s): None.
Theory of stage craft and advanced practical application; set construction, painting and audio techniques. Required stage crew activity. Recommended enrollment in ThArt 30. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
#1418 8:50am-10:25am MW LecLab C270 LARSON E J
& TBA C270 LARSON E J
#0735 8:50am-10:25am TuTh LecLab C270 LARSON E J
& TBA C270 LARSON E J
| THART 12B | ADVANCED TECHNICAL THEATER | 4 Units |
Prerequisite(s): ThArt 12A and enrollment in ThArt 30.
Theory of stage craft and advanced practical applications. Students are required to assume technical and production responsibility for all department productions approved by instructor. Required stage crew activity. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
#0743 8:50am-10:25am MW LecLab C270 LARSON E J
& TBA C270 LARSON E J
#0414 8:50am-10:25am TuTh LecLab C270 LARSON E J
& TBA C270 LARSON E J
| THART 13 | INTRODUCTION TO SCENIC DESIGN | 3 Units |
Prerequisite(s): Thart 12A
Aspects of scenic design; problems of translating a dramatic idea into stage production. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
#2866 Noon- 1:35pm MW Lab V111 LARSON E J
| THART 15 | COSTUME CRAFTS | 3 Units |
Prerequisite(s): None.
Introduction to theatrical costume; tools, techniques, materials and construction. Recommended enrollment in ThArt 30. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
#1157 10:25am- Noon TuTh LecLab C106 MAC-LEAN D
& TBA C106 MAC-LEAN D
| THART 28 | STUDIO PRODUCTION - REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE | 1 Unit |
Prerequisite(s): Audition
Performance participation in small-scale dramatic productions. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 72 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit under review Grading: Letter Grade Only
#2727 TBA Lab C108 GAINES M
& TBA C108 JENNER S H
No. 2727: Students in this section will create and rehearse a thematic evening of scenes and one-act dramas to be performed on stage and/or for video production. For information contact Mr. Rydbeck at 626-585-7267.
| THART 29 | REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE | 1 Unit |
Prerequisite(s): None.
Performance in film, television and theater performance. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 162 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
#2425 TBA Lab C106 CORWIN H L
23.1 Hours TBA per week
Short Term: 09/3/12-10/21/12
No. 2425: For audition information contact: Mr. Rydbeck (626) 585-7667. #3368 TBA Lab C106 RYDBECK W W
23.1 Hours TBA per week
Short Term: 10/29/12-12/16/12
| THART 30 | STAGE TECHNIQUES | 1 Unit |
Prerequisite(s): None.
Experience in technical theater as member of staff in lighting, scenery, costuming, makeup or props for College productions. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Attend the first class meeting in C270 (Scene Shop -
access from alley behind C Building) on Monday,
August 27 or Tuesday, August 28, and Wednesday,
August 29, between 10:30am and 12 noon.
#2426 TBA Lab C270 LARSON E J
& TBA C270 BERRETH T
& TBA C270 MAC-LEAN D
& TBA C270 HANNA J M
| THART 75 | MUSICAL THEATER WORKSHOP | 2 Units |
Prerequisite(s): Retention based on successful audition.
Interdisciplinary course: Music, Theater Arts Techniques, skills, theory and practice of musical theater performance and audition. The practice of songs, scenes and dance for performance on the live stage. May not be taken concurrently with or after Music 75. Maximum credit 8 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade Only
Auditions are during the first class meeting.
#1077 4:20pm- 6:35pm TuTh LecLab C108 CHAPMAN K R
& TBA C108 CHAPMAN K R