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THEA 1:    Theatre History

Advisory: Eligible for English 250 and English 260.
Transferable: CSU; UC; CSU-GE: C1; IGETC: 3A; GAV-GE: C2, F
A survey of the history of theatrical performance, production and dramatic literature, including: early Greek, Roman, Asian, the Renaissance, Italian, English, modern European to contemporary American theatre.
Sect# Type Room Instructor Units Days Time Start-End Footnotes
4726   ONLINE THOMPSON R 3.0 DHR 0000 - 0000  
Above class meets entirely online

 


THEA 4:    Oral Reading

Advisory: Eligible for English 250 and English 260.
Transferable: CSU; UC; CSU-GE: C1; GAV-GE: C1
An introduction to the analysis, preparation and dramatic reading of literature, including classical and contemporary prose, poetry and drama. Students prepare, analyze and orally present and interpret great works of drama and literature for an audience. This course is also listed as CMUN 2.
Sect# Type Room Instructor Units Days Time Start-End Footnotes
4728 LEC TH125 THOMPSON R 3.0 MW 1110A - 1225P 25

 


THEA 7:    Introduction to Theatre

Transferable: CSU; UC; CSU-GE: C1; IGETC: 3A; GAV-GE: C1
This learning experience examines how theatre productions are staged and created. Elements of theatrical production including: writing, producing, directing, designing, and acting will be explored.
Sect# Type Room Instructor Units Days Time Start-End Footnotes
4729   ONLINE PALMA J 3.0 DHR 0000 - 0000 38
Above class meets entirely online

 


THEA 12A:    Acting: History and Practice

Transferable: CSU; UC; CSU-GE: C1; GAV-GE: C1; CAN: DRAM 8
An introduction to the historical development of acting as a practice of human cultural expression. Students will acquire a vocabulary for theatre performance as an art form and analyze dramatic works in a historical context. Practice of basic acting concepts, character analysis, preparation and performances of monologues and scenes will be required in the course.
Sect# Type Room Instructor Units Days Time Start-End Footnotes
4730 L/L TH125 PALMA J 3.0 TuTh&2 1110A - 1225P  

 


THEA 12B:    Acting Techniques

Advisory: Theatre Arts 12A.
Transferable: CSU; UC; GAV-GE: C1
Techniques for creating characterizations for performance. Various acting approaches will be examined through research, discussion and acting exercises. This course has the option of a letter grade or credit/no credit. May be repeated two times for credit.
Sect# Type Room Instructor Units Days Time Start-End Footnotes
4731 L/L TH125 PALMA J 2.0 TuTh&1 1110A - 1225P  

 


THEA 17A:    Television and Video Workshop

Advisory: Theatre Arts 16 Intro to TV or consent of instructor.
Transferable: CSU; GAV-GE: C1
An introduction to television and video technology, including pre-production, production and post-production techniques such as: camera work, studio equipment, lighting, audio plus off-line and on-line editing.
Sect# Type Room Instructor Units Days Time Start-End Footnotes
4734 L/L LI144 FRAZIER J 3.0 TuTh 1245P - 0300P  

 


THEA 17B:    Television and Video Workshop

Advisory: Completion of Theatre Arts 17A.
Transferable: CSU; GAV-GE: C1
Emphasis placed on production and post-production techniques in video production. Student knowledge and skills are increased by participating in live to tape projects. May be repeated twice for credit.
Sect# Type Room Instructor Units Days Time Start-End Footnotes
4735 LEC LI144 FRAZIER J 3.0 TuTh 1245P - 0300P  

 


THEA 19:    Television and Film Acting

Transferable: CSU; UC; GAV-GE: C1
Theory and practice of acting for film and television. Students will learn basic performance techniques for the camera. Learning experiences include projects in broadcasting, reporting, commercials, public service announcements (psa), comedy and drama. This course has the option of a letter grade or credit/no credit. May be repeated three times for credit.
Sect# Type Room Instructor Units Days Time Start-End Footnotes
4736 L/L LI144 ABAD M 3.0 MW 0945A - 1100A  

 


THEA 22:    Field Work and Service

Required: Learning contracts must be filled out and signed by the student and the supervising instructor.
Transferable: CSU
Supervised field work within the college and with local agencies. Students serve in useful group activities in leadership roles prescribed for them by faculty or community agencies. A maximum of six units may be completed. This is a credit/no credit course.
Sect# Type Room Instructor Units Days Time Start-End Footnotes
4738 FEX TH125 ABAD M 1.0 DHR 0000 - 0000 21

 


THEA 23:    Independent Study

Required: The study outline prepared by the student and the instructor must be filed with the department and the dean.
Transferable: CSU
Designed to afford selected students specialized opportunities for exploring areas at the independent study level. The courses may involve extensive library work, research in the community, or special projects. May be repeated until six units of credit are accrued. This course has the option of a letter grade or credit/no credit.
Sect# Type Room Instructor Units Days Time Start-End Footnotes
4739 IND TH125 ABAD M 1.0 DHR 0000 - 0000 22
4740 IND TH125 ABAD M 2.0 DHR 0000 - 0000 22
4741 IND LI141 CARDINALLI J 1.0 DHR 0000 - 0000 22
4742 IND LI141 CHAVEZ D 2.0 DHR 0000 - 0000 22
4743 IND TH125 FRAZIER J 1.0 DHR 0000 - 0000 22
4744 IND TH125 FRAZIER J 2.0 DHR 0000 - 0000 22
4745 IND TH125 PALMA J 1.0 DHR 0000 - 0000 22
4746 IND TH125 PALMA J 2.0 DHR 0000 - 0000 22

 


THEA 98:    Special Topics

Transferable: CSU
Special topics courses examine current problems or issues of interest to students within a specific discipline area. For topical content information, consult with the appropriate department chairperson. For transfer status, check with a counselor. This course may have the option of a letter grade or credit/no credit.
Sect# Type Room Instructor Units Days Time Start-End Footnotes
4747 LEC OE003 ABAD M 1.0 Tu 1110A - 1200P  
4748 LEC OE003 ABAD M 2.0 Tu&1 1110A - 1200P