Theater (THTR)
150 (5) Introduction to the Theater Arts
GER-HM
Overview of theater aspects: dramatic literature, theater
history, scene design, stage lighting, styles of acting and directing, and play
discussions.
160 (5) Introduction to Film and Video
GER-HM
Introduction to and exploration of the world of movies (film
History, film-making, techniques, and film direction). The social and economic
influences of the American film will also be addressed.
165 (5) Digital Movie Making I
Introduction to film production as it relates to digital
media. The emphasis will be on the creative process rather than the ever–changing
technology. A five and ten-minute film will be required by the end of the course.
166 (5) Digital Movie Making II
Prereq: THTR 165
Introduction to film production as it relates to digital
media. The emphasis will be on the creative process rather than the ever-changing
technology. A ten and thirty-minute film will be required by the end of the
course.
167 (5) Digital Movie Making III
Prereq: THTR 166
Introduction to film production as it relates to digital
media. The emphasis will be on the creative process rather than the ever-changing
technology. A fifteen and a sixty-minute film will be required by the end of
the course.
170 (5) Digital Film Production/Technical Theater I
GER-Performance
Introduction to behind the scenes activities of stagecraft/digital
film: stage/digital film terminology, stage/digital film organization, tool
familiarity, safety, and scenery construction.
171 (5) Digital Film Production/Technical Theater II
GER-Performance
Behind the scenes training for stage and digital film with
emphasis on stage and digital film design.
172 (5) Digital Film Production/Technical Theater III
GER-Performance
Behind the scenes training for stage and digital film with
emphasis on stage and digital film lighting.
255 (10) Shakespeare Festival
(same as ENGL 250)
To familiarize the student with Shakespearean drama, elements
of drama, and elements of the theater as presented at the Oregon Shakespeare
Festival.
260 (5) Acting for Stage and Digital Film I
GER-Performance
Introduction to the methods employed in acting for the contemporary
stage and digital film.
261 (5) Acting for Stage and Digital Film II
GER-Performance
Acting for the stage and digital film with emphasis on movement
and voice development.
262 (5) Acting for Stage and Digital Film III
GER-Performance
Acting for the stage and digital film with emphasis on styles
of acting.
280 (1-3) Production Practicum I-VI
GER-Performance
Provides those involved in the creative/performance aspect
of a Pierce College theatre/film production with credit for their effort. The
class offers flexibility for students to participate in several different areas
of a Pierce College theatre/film production.