Courses

    Studies theories and criticisms of drama and theatrical performances from Plato to post-modernism. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students only.

    Same as DNCE 4012.

    Enhances rhythmic acuity through intensive rhythmic drills, analytical listening, drumming, notating and creating rhythm-based performance work. Course material explores non-Western rhythmic paradigms, irregular meters, mixed meters, poly-meter, polyrhythms, etc., and how to communicate clearly with a live accompanist in technique class. Meets with DNCE 3014. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE) graduate students only.
    Same as DNCE 4015. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
    Same as DNCE 4016 with addition of readings and a paper. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE) graduate students only.
    Same as DNCE 4017 with addition of graduate papers and/or a project. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE) graduate students only.
    Same as DNCE 4023 with the addition of written analysis and creative assignments. Formerly DNCE 5018. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
    Examines how musical choices can profoundly affect audiences, dancers, and the creative process. Surveys historic and contemporary music styles and influential artists through guided listening and experimentation. Deepens understanding of music, including vocabulary, technology, collaboration skills, ethics, and copyright issues. Meets with DNCE 3024. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE) graduate students only.

    Includes techniques for the patterning and construction of contemporary and period costumes. Hands-on format covers techniques, materials, and equipment particular to theatrical production. Prereqs., THTR 1105 and 1115. Formerly THTR 4025.

    Studies Russian theatre history and the development of Russian drama from the 18th century to the present. Taught in translation.

    Same as DNCE 4036 with addition of readings and a paper. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE) graduate students only.
    Same as DNCE 4038 except graduate students are required to keep a log of the learning process involved in repertory to document and analyze each work in terms of stylistic differences, musical/sound accompaniment and trends. Dance majors may repeat up to 9 total credit hours with different instructors. Enrollment by audition only. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students only.

    Same as THTR 4039.

    Same as THTR 4041. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students only.

    Addresses the origin and evolution of American Hip-Hop dance rooted in a theoretical structure that springs from the elemental nature of the African Diaspora. Emphasis placed on the social, political, and economic environment in which it was fashioned. Pioneers, innovators, terminology, and styles will be identified. Course includes lectures, readings, audio/video analysis and discussion. Meets with DNCE 4047.

    Develops choreography and ensemble performances for undergraduates enrolled in THTR 4029. This course workshops the practices of community engagement. Within this context, each choreographer may develop work that reflects his or her creative passions and research interests, with due consideration of the demographics of outreach audiences. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE) graduate students only.
    Same as THTR 4049. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
    Detailed study of a particular topic in theatre history (e.g., an era, a style, a country, or an organization). Topic specified in the online Schedule Planner. May be repeated up to 9 total credit hours on different topics. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
    Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE) graduate students only.
    Meets wtih DNCE 4053. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE) graduate students only.
    Examines practical, pedagogical, philosophical, and legal issues in current dance education. The goals and content of professional and recreational dance training are considered and strategies for effective teaching practice are discussed. Provides practice in practical application of theoretical material. All genres of dance may be utilized. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
    Study of live performance forms, theory, and literature throughout Asia: performance history, production styles, and social functions of performance. Background in theatre, dance, or Asian studies recommended. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
    Investigates music in relation to dance performance, choreography, and teaching. Topics may include: a survey of musical styles and composers; direct experimentation with composition and recording techniques; enhancement of rhythmic versatility; work with accompanist/composers; and/or improvement of analytical listening and writing skills. Prereq., previous music courses or instructor consent. Prerequisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE) graduate students only.

    Advanced study of theory and practice of stage directing through examination of the work of leading directors, analysis of texts, and classroom exercises. Prereq., previous directing course work and/or directing experience.

    Same as THTR 4085.

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