BA in Theatre Design, Production, and Technology
Program Overview
This Theatre Design, Production, and Technology program equips students with a comprehensive education in theatrical design, technology, and history. Through a combination of core courses, specialized studies, and hands-on practicum experiences, students develop the skills and knowledge necessary for careers in various theatrical settings, including regional theaters, Broadway, and film. The program emphasizes portfolio development and provides opportunities to work with experienced professionals in the field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Objective:
To prepare students for professional careers in Theatre Design, Production, and Technology by offering a comprehensive education in theatrical design, technology, and history.
Description:
This program focuses on developing a solid foundation in theatre, design principles, technical skills, and hands-on experience in production environments. Students gain the knowledge and practical skills required to succeed in various theatrical settings like regional theaters, Broadway, educational institutions, film, television, and opera companies.
Outline:
Program Content:
- Design: Costume, Lighting, Sound, Scenic, Makeup Design.
- Production Management: Stage Management, Technical Direction, Budgeting and Contracting, Project Management.
- Technical Theatre Skills: Drafting, Rendering, Carpentry, Scenic Painting, Rigging, Lighting Technology.
Program Structure:
- Core Courses covering Theatre history, Script analysis.
- Design & Production & Technology Courses: In-depth studies in specific design or technical areas like Costume Technology or Lighting Design.
- Practicum Courses: Gaining real-world experience by working in various production areas like Run Crew or Build Crew.
- Portfolio Development: Creating a portfolio showcasing skills and accomplishments to potential employers.
- Electives: Exploring other theatre areas or deepening knowledge within specific areas.
Sample Course Schedule:
This schedule provides an example, with courses offered varying across semesters:
1st Year:
- Theatre History
- Fundamental of Theatrical Technology
- Practicum
- English Writing
- Interdisciplinary Arts Introduction (recommended)
- Exploring World Cultures (General Education)
2nd Year:
- World History of Art
- Acting
- Theatre Design Fundamentals
- Theatre History
- Stage management
- Design/Production/Tech Elective
3rd Year:
- Design/Production/tech Elective
- Design/Production/Tech elective (recommended)
- Design/productions/Tech elective (recommended
- General education courses
4th year:
- Portfolio Production
- Coursework evaluations
- Projects
- Portfolios
- Participation in practicum experiences
Teaching
The program utilizes various instructional methods, including lectures, workshops, hands-on projects, critiques, individual instruction, guest artists and industry professionals. The faculty comprises experienced professionals with active careers in theatre design and technology.
Careers
Potential careers:
- Scenic designer/technician, Lighting Designer/electrician, Sound designer/engineer
- Costume Designer/technician/supervisor, Wig/hair designer
- Props designer
- Stage manager, Production manager
