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Students will investigate the deep structures of dramatic texts through the lens of their chosen emphases/majors in order to realize these texts' full potential for performance. For purposes of this class, participants will become dramaturgs, the most recent creative addition to the American theater.

This course is an in depth study and analysis of specific works of William Shakespeare (and other playwrights) that are currently being produced at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Students will spend the first portion of the term studying the plays and theatrical practice that they then go see performed in Ashland helping synthesize Shakespeare's plays with actual theatrical practice. Taught 2nd summer term. Fee: $350

An in-depth examination of theatre’s artistic, literary and technological advances during the Renaissance period of Western Europe, with an emphasis on the works of Elizabethan and Jacobean playwrights.

An in-depth study of western civilization's early masterpieces, which have influenced over two millennia of theater ever since. Special emphasis will be given to contemporary adaptations of Greek and Roman plays.

An in-depth study of American dramatic literature from its foundations in colonial America up to the innovations of our own time. Participants will explore iconic works by O'Neill, Glaspell, Miller, Shepard, Wilson and Vogel, and consider the trends and movements that have advanced American theater.

An advanced course designed to help the student integrate skills learned in previous acting classes, including vocal and physical work, and to develop new skills. The course uses material from Shakespeare as the acting texts for the course and addresses work on classical texts, acting style, and period context for his plays.

This course prepares the student for the rigors of graduate school auditions.  The course focuses on building the audition portfolio from selection of contrasting pieces to obtaining professional head shots and developing an effective resume.  It will also prepare students for the entire audition process.

Study of the aesthetics and techniques involved in the  written dramatic form for stage. Emphasis upon writing, workshop critiques and discussion of student's plays.

Study of the aesthetics and techniques involved in the written dramatic form for video and film production.  Emphasis upon writing, workshop critiques and discussion of student's screenplays.

This course is designed to prepare the student for the entire professional auditioning process. It focuses on selection and performance of monologues, prepared auditions, cold readings, commercial and film auditions. It also covers creating appropriate resumes, getting the best head shots, and the details of getting a theatrical agent and working in union and non-union situations.

Surveys the history of fashionable western dress from Ancient Egypt through the 20th century. This class will explore the meaning of fashion in the broadest social context as it relates to the arts, theatre design and its function in society, and will also use an interdisciplinary approach examining fashion through a gender and women’s studies lens.

This course focuses on the theories and practice of stage, production, and artistic management.  Topics include rehearsal management, budgeting, schedule work, costing, unions and season selection as they apply to both the educational, community and professional theatre.

Advanced course in study in lighting design that includes designing for thrust, arena, musicals, and dance.  Work with projections, automated equipment and CADD.  Sound work includes computer editing and cueing for theatrical production.

A course in stage design where students will be introduced to the more advanced practices of stage design, model building, and drafting. Students will apply learned theories and skills to several projects and written presentations.

This course gives students a foundation in the decorative arts of painting and properties design for the stage as it applies to 5 different historical periods.  Each period will have assigned projects where students will explore 3D painting, trompe l'oeil painting, stencils, murals, fabric crafts and lettering skills.

Students will participate in advanced discussions and projects in textiles, color palettes, silhouettes, and costume fashion research. These concepts will be implemented in formal costume design projects utilizing a variety of dramatic styles.

This course is designed to encourage students to master construction techniques through building their own designs with a variety of techniques.  Puppetry, millinery and fabric manipulation will be emphasized.  Students will be expected to provide fabrics and notions for most projects. (Sewing skills required.)

Course introduces students to the diverse issues involved in managing a theatre company.  It begins with a history of the issues leading up to the regional theatre movement and includes an examination of the manager's role, budgeting, marketing, fundraising, the role of a board of directors, as well as an understanding of the modern context/trends/needs of artists which management supports.

Individualized programs which focus on a specialized area in theatre. These are available only when developed through a contractual agreement between the student and a supervising faculty member.

Credit arranged.

Credit arranged.

Credit arranged.

Qualified students are assigned to the management office or production team of a local theatre production company or closely affiliated arts organization for work experience. Placement is arranged through the faculty member assigned as program director. Students may receive an IP (In Progress) grade until the completion of their internship.

Capstone course is required of all Theater majors. Each student, in consultation with a faculty mentor, designates a specific project to act as the culmination of their degree program. Projects are in areas of Performance, Design, Directing, Stage Management, and Dramaturgy. Documentation of project includes a written process and self-evaluation paper and a public presentation to students and Theater faculty.

Research, study, or original work under the direction of a faculty mentor, leading to a scholarly thesis document with a public presentation of results. Requires approval of thesis director, department chair, dean, and the director of the honors program, when appropriate.