Speech

Introduction to Theatre, SP 123 (DRAM 1003), is an introductory survey of theatre arts including history, dramatic works, stage techniques, theatre crafts, and production procedures, as it relates to the fine arts, society, and the individual.

A fundamentals course dealing with human communications from daily experiences to public speak-ing situations. Some emphasis is placed on enunciation and articulation.

A continuation of the Fundamentals of Speech course including public speaking, oratory, radio/TV and special occasion speeches.

Basic principles of analysis and presentation of prose, poetry, and drama for oral communication. Development of voice and body as instruments of expression.

First essential of acting study: exploration of the actor. This course will include class exercises to develop relaxation, concentration, imagination and improvisational skills. This course will include Monologue study and audition techniques.

The study of technical direction and production management, theatre terminology, scenic shop and stage organization, rigging safety, materials control and supply ordering.

The study of budgeting, personnel, scheduling, engineering, theatre forms, production analysis, and logistic problems involved in techni-cal direction.