ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2016-2017
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THA - Theatre Arts
THA 104 Theatre’s Call to Action (1)
An introduction to post-modern theatre as an engagement of artists, technicians,
audiences, and playwrights. This project-based course examines theatre as a collaborative
art form that engages community critically, emotionally, and behaviorally. A Leadership
Studies designated course.
THA 110 Introduction to Stagecraft (1)
An introduction to the principles and practices of constructing stage settings and
furnishings, problem solving using theatre technology, shop safety, and scenic art.
Spring.
THA 111 Make-Up (1)
Basic techniques in application of stage make-up for the performing arts. Fall.
THA 120 Beginning Acting (1)
An introduction to the craft of acting, including focus on clarity and creativity in
communication and performance skills, and the development of character analysis skills.
The course reflects a “learning by doing,” “hands on” approach. Fall, Spring.
THA 201 Theatre Practicum (½)
Practical experience in performance or technical areas of theatre by participation in
College Theatre productions. May be repeated for credit. Instructor consent required.
Fall, Spring.
THA 210 Technical Workshop (1)
A practical course in the technical aspects of theatre. Fall, Spring.
THA 211 Stage Lighting (1)
Principles and practice of stage lighting, design, and execution. Instructor consent
required. Fall.
THA 223 Voice and Movement (1)
Techniques of vocal production and stage movement, including Shakespearean sonnets
and unarmed combat. Spring.
THA 230 Classic and Modern Theatre (1)
Theatrical production and dramatic literature from the Greeks to the present. Fall.
THA 293, 393, 493 Independent Study in Theatre Arts (½ or 1)
Directed study for advanced students in the major. Coursework should stress practical
experience in full-length projects, and may include study in acting, directing, playwriting,
or design. Specific guidelines concerning independent study projects appear in the
“Exploration Term and Contract Learning” section of this catalog. May be repeated for
credit.