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.