TAI - Theatre and Interpretation
General education approach to the art of oral interpretation as a dynamic means of analyzing and experiencing literature while communicating it with others. Satisfies Oral English Competency. (University Program Group I-B: The Arts)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
A survey course that explores the development of theatre by looking at the art, craft, and business of the theatre. Writing Intensive. (University Program Group I-B: The Arts)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Basic principles of scenery construction. Theory and principles of basic stage lighting and sound.
Credits
3(0-6)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Current topics for each semester listed in Course Search and Registration. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credit hours.
Credits
3-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
An introductory course that situates theatre as a topic of exploration and investigation. This course also focuses on student success in the CMU theatre major.
Credits
2(2-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to the basic principles of acting (includes brief overview of directing).
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Provides students with the basic skills to design sound systems and mix sound for live performances and events including Theatrical, Music (Concert) and Speech. Identical to BCA 270. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.
Credits
3(1-4)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Cross Listed Courses
BCA 270
Principles and practices of stage management. Duties and responsibilities of the stage manager with emphasis on stage management in academic, community, and professional theatre. Prerequisites: TAI 177; TAI 182.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 177; TAI 182
Corequisites
None.
Cross Listed Courses
None.
Theory and practice in straight and character makeup.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to analysis of scripts/dramatic texts for theatrical production, concentrating on the script as the primary source for performance. Prerequisite: TAI 175 or
TAI 180.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 175 or TAI 180
Corequisites
None.
Introduction to emotional technique and characterization through exercises and scenes in individual projects. Prerequisite:
TAI 182.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 182
Corequisites
None.
Creation of spontaneous performances, emphasizing scenes, monologues, and storytelling. Prerequisite:
TAI 182.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
TAI 182
Corequisites
None.
Theory and practice of principles necessary for improving the speaking voice. Primary emphasis on individual speech improvement. Satisfies Oral English Competency.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of acting/performance. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of directing. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of movement. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Script creation through adaptation of nondramatic materials or creation of original dramatic material for potential use in laboratory theatre or oral interpretation activities. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of stage management. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of sound. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of properties. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of scenery construction and rigging. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised University Theatre activities in the area of scenery design. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of lighting. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised University Theatre activities in the area of lighting design. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of technical direction. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of costuming. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of wardrobe management. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of stage makeup. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of box-office management. Prerequisite: written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty and/or staff-supervised university theatre or oral interpretation activities in the area of dramaturgy. Prerequisite: Written permission of instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
Written permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.
Major participation in faculty/staff-supervised University Theatre or Dance activities in the area of Costume Design. Prerequisite: Written permission of the instructor.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
Written permission of the instructor
Corequisites
None.
Exploration of costuming as an essential part of theatre, entertainment and visual art industries. Quantitative reasoning analysis and application in theatrical costume design and creation. Quantitative Reasoning.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Analysis and presentation of musical theatre scenes (duets, trios, groups). Study of character development in various music theatre styles. Prerequisites: MUS 150; TAI 182.
Credits
3(1-2)
Prerequisites
MUS 250; TAI 182
Corequisites
None.
Scripting and directing alternative texts for performance, including narrative fiction, lyric poetry, personal narratives, and non fictional prose. Prerequisite:
TAI 170.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 170
Corequisites
None.
General education approach to the art of oral interpretation as a dynamic means of experiencing literature for children and communicating it to children.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Specialized study of dramatic literature with particular attention to analysis, performance, styles of drama, stage speech, and appropriate dialects. Prerequisite:
TAI 170.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 170
Corequisites
None.
Survey of costume history, Egyptian to the present; introduction to design and construction techniques.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Basic principles of stage combat as they apply to hand-to-hand, quarterstaff, and rapier-and-dagger techniques. Prerequisite:
TAI 182.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
TAI 182
Corequisites
None.
The creative process and special technicalaspects of acting for the camera. Prerequisites:
TAI 182.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 182
Corequisites
None.
A study of the development of American musical theatre and its relation to the continually changing social milieu by examining selected productions, creators, and performers.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Responsibilities, philosophies, and techniques of the stage director. Emphasis on preparation of scenes for evaluation. Prerequisite: TAI 182.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 182
Corequisites
None.
Period movement patterns, pantomime techniques, and regional and cultural dialects, with individual scenes prepared for critical evaluation. Prerequisite:
TAI 182,
TAI 282.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 182, TAI 282
Corequisites
None.
Vocal techniques for actors. Designed to provide the student with a general understanding of vocal technique and theory, as they apply to characterization and acting. Prerequisites:
TAI 182;
TAI 302.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 182; TAI 302
Corequisites
None.
Movement techniques for actors. Designed to provide the student with a general understanding of movement technique and theory, as they apply to characterization and acting. Prerequisite: TAI 182.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 182
Corequisites
None.
Practical audition skills including monologue selection, analysis and performance, cold readings, audition etiquette and protocol. Prerequisites:
TAI 182, 282.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 182, TAI 282
Corequisites
None.
This course examines how theatre was/is used to represent and respond to the Holocaust and Nazi culture. Historical, political, ethical, and aesthetic questions are explored. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside of the Anglo-American Tradition)
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Analysis and presentation of solo and duet song selections. Synthesis of performing techniques in music, dance, and theatre in relation to various musical theatre styles. Prerequisites: TAI 352, MUS 250.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
TAI 352, MUS 250
Corequisites
None.
Major capstone project in theatre (including music theatre) and/or interpretation. Prerequisite: Must be approved by TAI or Music Theatre faculty/staff advisor(s) prior to registration. Must be completed in final year of study.
Credits
3(0-6)
Prerequisites
Must be approved by TAI or Music Theatre faculty/staff advisor(s) prior to registration
Corequisites
None.
Theory and application of basic principles used in designing lighting for theatre and dance. The course may be repeated once with higher level learning expectations. Prerequisite:
TAI 177.
Credits
3-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
TAI 177
Corequisites
None.
Theory and application of basic principles used in designing scenery for the theatre. The course may be repeated once with higher level learning expectations. Prerequisite:
TAI 177.
Credits
3-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
TAI 177
Corequisites
None.
Concepts and methods of theatre management and promotion: box-office procedures, house management, and publicity.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Student-initiated study guided by faculty member or faculty committee. Undergraduate prerequisites: an overall B average, permission of advisor and instructor (and completion of form).
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
Undergraduate an overall B average, permission of advisor and instructor (and completion of form)
Corequisites
None.
Capstone course that integrates academic and production experiences in theatre with student’s career goals. Prerequisites: senior standing and completion of 30 hours of their TAI major.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
senior standing and completion of 30 hours of their TAI major
Corequisites
None.
Practical application of advanced make-up materials and techniques, including both two-dimensional and three-dimensional make-up. Prerequisite:
TAI 278. Recommended: ART 260, 261.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
TAI 278
Corequisites
None.
Development of drama and theater in America from colonial times to the present. Prerequisites: 6 hours of TAI coursework.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
6 hours of TAI coursework
Corequisites
None.
Specialized study of the short story and novel, in both individual and group performances. Prerequisites: one course in oral interpretation; one course in fictional literature.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
one course in oral interpretation; one course in fictional literature
Corequisites
None.
Specialized study of poetry. Prerequisites: one course in oral interpretation and one course in poetic literature.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
one course in oral interpretation and one course in poetic literature
Corequisites
None.
Current topics for each semester listed in Course Search and Registration. 3 hours each; maximum credit 9 hours. Prerequisite: one course in oral interpretation and/or a major in English.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
one course in oral interpretation and/or a major in English
Corequisites
None.
History of the art of interpretative reading, its current theories and possible trends. Prerequisite: one course in interpretative reading.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
one course in interpretative reading
Corequisites
None.
Development of drama and theatre in Western and Non-Western cultures from ancient origins to 1800. Prerequisites: Junior standing, TAI 280; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Junior standing, TAI 280; or graduate standing.
Corequisites
None.
Development of drama and theatre in Western and Non-Western culture from 1800 to the present. Prerequisites: Junior standing, TAI 280; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Junior standing, TAI 280; or graduate standing.
Corequisites
None.
Current topics for each semester listed in Course Search and Registration. 3 hours each; maximum credit 9 hours. Prerequisites: Two from the following:
TAI 177,
TAI 278,
TAI 377,
TAI 477.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
Two from the following: TAI 177, TAI 278, TAI 377, TAI 477
Corequisites
None.
Current topics for each semester listed in Course Search and Registration. 3 hours each; maximum credit 9 hours. Prerequisites: Two undergraduate courses in theatrical production.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
Two undergraduate courses in theatrical production
Corequisites
None.
Concentration in the problems of design, pattern drafting, and construction of costumes for the theatre. Prerequisites:
TAI 377;
FMD 140.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 377; FMD 140
Corequisites
None.
Analysis of significant theories of theatre and drama. Prerequisite:
TAI 574 or
TAI 575.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 574 or TAI 575
Corequisites
None.
Continuation of TAI 481, Directing. Emphasis on the rehearsal and performance of one-act plays for public presentation. Prerequisites:
TAI 177 and TAI 481. Admission by approval of instructor only (contact CDA office for procedure).
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
TAI 177 and TAI 481. Admission by approval of instructor only (contact CDA office for procedure)
Corequisites
None.
Examines the contributions of women producers, directors, playwrights, actors, designers, and critics to the development of the contemporary American theatre. Prerequisites: 6 hours of TAI coursework.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
6 hours of TAI coursework
Corequisites
None.
A travel course to metropolitan theatrical productions and institutions. Required are a pre-travel reading program and final reaction/evaluation paper.
Credits
1-4(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Techniques of guiding children through original dramatizations. Primarily for the classroom teacher.
Credits
3(2-2)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Theory and practice in writing original plays; discussion and critical evaluation of student plays. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: ENG 201; ENG 294 or one course in history of drama and theatre.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
ENG 201; ENG 294 or one course in history of drama and theatre
Corequisites
None.
Development of theatre and drama in Ireland. Course requires travel to Dublin during Spring Break. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Permission of Instructor
Corequisites
None.
Development of drama and theater in Western Culture from 1945 to the present. Prerequisites: 6 hours of TAI coursework.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
6 hours of TAI coursework
Corequisites
None.
Theoretical and practical work in productions of the University Theatre. Prerequisite: minimum of one course in theatre.
Credits
2-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
minimum of one course in theatre
Corequisites
None.
Intensive practicaltheatre experience in the repertory situation under professional direction and guidance. Prerequisite: applicant admitted to course only through audition.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
applicant admitted to course only through audition
Corequisites
None.