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• THEA U339: Musical Theatre Voice

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Study, rehearsal and performance of musical theatre vocal literature with emphasis on musical theatre style, stage movement, vocal techniques, and scene study. Recommended for music majors and theatre majors. Auditions may be required.
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• THEA U370: Voice for the Actor

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Group study of the voice in performance, using applied breath and resonance techniques aimed at enhancing vocal power for the actor or public speaker. Exercises and text work will be applied to voice techniques, creating a connection between the word image and vocal expression for the actor and public speaker. Prerequisite: SPCH U201; THEA U170 or consent of instructor.
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• THEA U373: Fundamentals of Play Direct.

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Text analysis and interpretation. The emphasis is on discovering the intention of the playwright and on blocking, including picturization and composition, culminating in each student's production of a one-act play for public presentation. Prerequisite: THEA U170.
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• THEA U374: Intermediate Acting

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Advanced scene and monologue performance including script analysis and character building. Plays of Classical Realists will be performed. Prerequisite: THEA U170.
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• THEA U375: Audition Techniques

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Exploration and practice of professional audition decorum, monologue selection, preparation and performance, cold reading technique and practice, headshot and resume development and professional unions. Each student will develop a monologue portfolio that can be performed at a moments notice. Prerequisite: THEA U170.
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• THEA U376: Stage Mvmnt. for the Actor

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Centering, body alignment and kinetic power influencing the projection of images and ideas. A studio warm-up and work-out developing the skills for the preparation of a variety of performance pieces demonstrating kinetic principles, culminating in a public performance.
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• THEA U377: Stagecraft

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Drafting, design and interpretation of drawings for structural components of sets, lighting and costumes. Using the current production as a laboratory, students will concentrate on such skills as the basics of set construction, the computerized lighting system and costume construction.
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• THEA U378: Playwriting

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Script analysis and preparation, dialogue development, character construction and scene composition. Students write full length manuscripts and participate in a public performance of readings from the completed plays. Prerequisite: ENGL U102.
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• THEA U379: Lighting Design

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  The design and drafting process of lighting for a stage production. Designing a lighting plot and the role of lighting as a design element will be included; a research project will be assigned. Prerequisite: ENGL U102; THEA U161 or consent of instructor.
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• THEA U380: Scene Design

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Design and drafting processes necessary for theatrical scenic design. Text analysis, research and the design for various play genres will be included, as well as the use of computer assisted drafting. Prerequisite: ENGL U102; THEA U377 or consent of instructor.
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