Any experimental courses offered by THTRE can be found at: registrar.iastate.edu/faculty-staff/courses/explistings/
Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
An audience oriented, broad-based, survey of the performing arts which emphasizes theatre and includes segments on television, radio and podcasts, film, dance, music, and video games.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
An introduction to Theatre focusing on its relationship with society throughout history.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Study, exploration, and practice of physical and vocal techniques that build expressiveness for the performing artist.
(Cross-listed with DANCE). (0-3) Cr. 0.5-2. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Choreography, rehearsal, and performance in campus dance concerts and/or musical theatre productions.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1-2. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Practice in various aspects of technical theatre production.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Theory and practice in fundamentals of acting.
(3-3) Cr. 4. F.S.
Standard structure and procedures, historical overview of performing arts production including the design and creation of scenery, costumes and lighting.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Theory, analysis, and interpretation of play scripts for production.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Special topics in Theatre and Performing Arts.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 3 credits in THTRE; Permission of Instructor
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits. F.S.
Study, rehearsal, and performance of fully produced theatrical works. Engage in staging, ensemble building, character analysis, and performance while participating in the process of mounting a fully realized theatrical production.
(Cross-listed with ENGL). (3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: ENGL 250; Sophomore classification
Progresses from production of scenes to fully developed one-act plays. Emphasis on action, staging, writing, analytical reading, workshop criticism, and individual conferences.
(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered odd-numbered years.
Through hands-on explorations of puppet design, construction, performance techniques and traditions, students will investigate the intersection of material, design, movement, and sound that is inherent in the art of puppetry.
Cr. 3. S.
Theory, practice, and exploration of acting on camera with particular focus on professional terms, techniques, and practical experience.
(2-2) Cr. 3.
Prereq: THTRE 251 or Permission of Instructor
Theory, history and practice of musical theatre. Designed to develop the musical theatre performance skills of singers, dancers, and actors.
(2-2) Cr. 3.
Prereq: THTRE 354 or Permission of Instructor
Theory and practice of musical theatre audition and performance styles.
(1-2) Cr. 2. S.
Introduction to the theory and practice of theatrical makeup techniques. Lab required.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Principles of oral interpretation and storytelling, with practice in literary analysis and performance.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Advanced topics in Theatre and Performing Arts.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Studies in Theatre Design and Production. THTRE 255 recommended.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Special topics related to costume design. THTRE 255 recommended.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Special topics related to scenic design. THTRE 255 recommended.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Special topics in lighting design. THTRE 255 recommended.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Special topics in sound design. THTRE 255 recommended.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Special topics in stagecraft. THTRE 255 recommended.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Special topics in costume draping and patterning. THTRE 255 recommended.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Special topics related to advanced makeup. THTRE 255 recommended.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Special topics related to stage management. THTRE 255 recommended.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Special topics related to technical direction. THTRE 255 recommended.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Special topics related to Arts Management. THTRE 255 recommended.
(3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Studies and practice in scenic painting. THTRE 255 recommended.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Studies and Practice in Costume Construction. THTRE 255 recommended.
(2-2) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years.
Prereq: THTRE 455
Advanced practical and theoretical exploration in directing.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Theatre history from ancient times to the 19th Century. HIST 201 or equivalent recommended.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Theatre history from 19th century to present. HIST 201 or equivalent recommended.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in THTRE; Junior classification
Practicum in production with ISU Theatre, with opportunities for specialization within various areas. Required: Approval of written proposal.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in THTRE; Junior classification; Department Permission
Only one independent study enrollment within the department is permitted per semester. Approved written proposal required for enrollment.
No more than 9 credits in Thtre 490 may be counted toward graduation.
Cr. 1-8. Repeatable, maximum of 8 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 12 credits in THTRE; Department Permission
Supervised application of theatre in professional settings.
Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Prereq: Approved written proposal