Interdisciplinary Arts 0210 - Interm. Studies Theatre Design

Taught in conjunction with IA 316 (Advance Studies in Theatre Design), this course is intended for students who have completed at least one course in theatre design. Students will choose two projects, each addressing design issues in a specific area: scenery, costumes, lighting, sound, projections, or technical production. Working with the instructor and the advanced students, projects will be devised based on experience, skill building, and a desired level of challenge. The course will include explorations of historic and contemporary styles. Students will strive to improve their presentational skills, drafting, rendering, communication, and collaboration techniques. Students are expected to meet with the instructor outside of class.

Arts, Design, and Media Independent Work In this course, students are expected to spend at least six to eight hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time. This time includes reading, writing, researching, designing, and preparing presentations.