TheatreFaculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS The Theatre major focuses on the study and practice of theatrical performance, production, and theory. Students gain skills in acting, directing, playwriting, stagecraft, costume design, lighting design, theatre history, and dramatic literature, preparing for careers in theatre, film, television, education, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the principles of theatre and theatrical production. - Develop skills in acting, directing, and playwriting. - Learn stagecraft, costume design, and lighting design techniques. - Explore theatre history and dramatic literature. - Analyze theatrical theories and criticism. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and creative skills. - Gain practical experience through performances and internships. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Theatre** - Overview of theatre principles, history, and current trends. 2. **Acting** - Fundamentals of acting techniques and character development. 3. **Directing** - Principles of directing and staging theatrical productions. 4. **Playwriting** - Techniques for writing and developing scripts for the stage. 5. **Stagecraft** - Principles of set design, construction, and technical production. 6. **Costume Design** - Fundamentals of designing and creating costumes for theatrical productions. 7. **Lighting Design** - Techniques for designing and implementing lighting for the stage. 8. **Theatre History** - Exploration of the historical development of theatre and dramatic literature. 9. **Dramatic Literature** - Analysis of significant plays and playwrights throughout history. 10. **Theatrical Theories and Criticism** - Study of theoretical approaches to theatre and dramatic criticism. 11. **Voice and Movement** - Techniques for developing vocal and physical expression in performance. 12. **Theatre Management** - Principles of managing theatre companies, productions, and venues. 13. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in theatre companies, production houses, educational institutions, or related organizations. 14. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying theatre skills, such as directing a production, writing a play, or designing a set. **Assessment Methods:** - Theatre principles analyses - Acting projects and performances - Directing projects - Playwriting projects - Stagecraft projects - Costume design projects - Lighting design projects - Theatre history projects - Dramatic literature analyses - Theatrical theories and criticism projects - Voice and movement projects - Theatre management projects - Internship/practicum reports - Capstone projects and performances **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Theatre" - "Acting Techniques" - "Directing for the Stage" - "Playwriting" - "Stagecraft" - "Costume Design" - "Lighting Design" - "Theatre History" - "Dramatic Literature" - "Theatrical Theories and Criticism" - "Voice and Movement for Actors" - "Theatre Management" **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of dramatic literature, performance techniques, and an interest in theatre. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree in Theatre. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue certifications such as: - Certified Theatre Educator - Certifications in specific theatre technologies and software **Target Audience:** Aspiring actors, directors, playwrights, stage managers, costume designers, lighting designers, theatre educators, and professionals seeking careers in theatre companies, production houses, educational institutions, film, television, and related fields. This major equips students with the performance, technical, and creative skills needed to excel in theatre, supporting careers in various roles within theatre companies, production houses, educational institutions, film, television, and related fields. The program provides a comprehensive education in theatre principles, acting, directing, playwriting, stagecraft, costume design, lighting design, theatre history, dramatic literature, theatrical theories, voice and movement, theatre management, and practical experience through performances and internships, preparing students for successful careers in the field.