Course Descriptions
DRAMA-2 Introduction to Oral Interpretation
(3 units lecture) Grade Only CSU and UC The study of literature
through performance. Students will share their understanding
of literary texts (drama, prose, and poetry) with an audience
after analysis and translation of analysis into physical and
vocal expression.
DRAMA-11 Dramatic Writing and Performance:
The Monologue
(2 units lecture/lab) CR/NC option CSU An introduction to
dramatic writing and oral interpretation. Students will study
the work of contemporary monologists and write and perform
short monologues.
DRAMA-24 Introduction to Theatre
(3 units lecture) Grade Only CSU and UC A general survey
of the structures and types of plays, the major periods of
dramatic art in their cultural contexts and the nature of
dramatic presentation and the collaborative process.
DRAMA-26 Theatre Production
(0.5 - 4 units lab) CR/NC option CSU and UC Repeatable to a
maximum of four enrollments An introduction to all aspects of a
theatrical production culminating in the presentation of a play
before a live audience. Note: Units offered may vary by semester.
Consult Schedule of Classes for section information.
DRAMA-30A Acting I
(3 units lecture/lab) CR/NC option CSU and UC This course
is designed to excise the separate parts of the composite
art of acting which includes thought, emotion and specific
movement and vocal technique. Emphasis is placed on
improvisation and practical exercises leading to formal scene
work. The ultimate goal is to develop a firm foundation in
basic acting technique.
DRAMA-30B Acting II
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU and UC Repeatable to
a maximum of two enrollments Study of acting styles with
emphasis on character development and script analysis, with
continuing work on voice and movement. Recommended:
DRAMA-30A
DRAMA-33 Jazz Dance Musical Theater
(2 units lab) Grade Only CSU and UC Repeatable to a maximum of
three enrollments Practice and performance of contemporary
jazz dancing using popular, modern and show music.
Students will explore, both as spectators and as participants,
the style, drama and design of jazz dance as it relates to
musical theatre. Recommended: DANCE-31
DRAMA-34 Musical Theatre Production
(1 - 4 units lab) CR/NC option CSU and UC Repeatable to a
maximum of four enrollments An introduction to all aspects
of musical theatre production, from audition through
performance. Note: Units offered may vary by semester. Consult
Schedule of Classes for section information.
DRAMA-38 Introduction - Field Experience in Drama
(2 units lab) Grade Only CSU Repeatable to a maximum of four
enrollments Practical application of dramatic arts through
supervised placement at approved local community theatre.
Students will contract with community theatres for a semester
of experiential service in their area of interest.
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