UNA theatre offers a wide range of courses in the Department of Communication and Theatre, beginning with Introduction to theatre. Theatre majors receive instruction in our program's core theatre classes that are constructed to provide a strong base in all areas of theatrical studies. Students then complete more advanced theatre coursework in one of three concentrated areas of study, including acting, design, and directing/management. These courses provide students with the opportunity to expand their knowledge and further develop their creative skills for both traditional and nontraditional theatre venues.
UNA theatre students have two degree options to
choose from. Students may earn a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree or
a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. In addition to coursework for
a major, the UNA Theatre Program also offers a minor for students
in majoring in other fields.
| Department Core Requirements |
| Orientation to Communications and Theatre (COM/TH 120) |
| Voice and Diction (COM/TH 200) |
| Portfolio Preparation (COM/TH 420) |
| Senior Seminar (COM/TH 450W) |
| Introduction to Computers (CS 110) |
| Theatre Core Requirements |
| Elements of Theatre (TH 100) [3 credits x 4 Semesters] |
| Stage Make-Up (TH 110) |
| Introduction to Theatre (TH 210) |
| Acting I (TH 220) |
| Theatrical Design (TH 250) |
| Directing I (TH 370; TH 210, 220, 250 prerequisites) |
| Dramatic Literature and Criticism I (TH 402) |
| Dramatic Literature and Criticism II (TH 405) |
| History of the Theatre I (TH 430) |
| History of the Theatre II (TH 440) |
| Arts Management (TH 460) |
| 1 Course from: |
| Scene Design (TH 340) |
| Lighting Design (TH 350) |
| Costume Design (TH 360) |
| 3 Additional Courses from: |
| Movement for the Stage (TH 320) |
| Oral Interpretation (TH 330; COM/TH 200 prerequisite) |
| Scene Design (TH 340) |
| Lighting Design (TH 350) |
| Costume Design (TH 360) |
| Acting II (TH 400) |
| Directing II (TH 470; TH 370 prerequisite) |
| Topics in Theatre (TH 480) |
| Theatre Minor Requirements |
| Acting I (TH 220) |
| Theatrical Design (TH 250) |
| Directing I (TH 370) |
| 3 Courses from: |
| Movement for the Stage (TH 320) |
| Scene Design (TH 340) |
| Lighting Design (TH 350) |
| Costume Design (TH 360) |
| Acting II (TH 400) |
| Dramatic Literature and Criticism I (TH 402) |
| Dramatic Literature and Criticism II (TH 405) |
| History of the Theatre I (TH 430) |
| History of the Theatre II (TH 440) |
| Arts Management (TH 460) |
| Directing II (TH 470) |
| Topics in Theatre (TH 480) |
| Orientation to Communications and Theatre
(TH 120) Description of basic academic terminology, professional opportunities and requirements for the individual in the diverse areas of communications and theatre. Should be completed by all departmental majors as soon as possible after the major is declared. (Fall, Spring) |
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| Introduction to Theatre (TH
210) A comprehensive study of the theatre as an art form, including the history, technical, and production components of theatrical theory and practice. Appreciation of theatre by the playgoer.(Fall, Spring, Summer) |
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| Elements of Theatre (TH 100)
[3 credits x 4 Semesters] Orientation and instruction in all aspects of a major university production, including acting, directing, design, construction, stage and house management. Course includes classroom lectures and participation in dramatic production of campus plays. Laboratory periods by arrangement. May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 semester hours.(Fall, Spring) |
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| Acting I (TH 220) A study of beginning acting techniques.(Fall) |
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| Acting II Acting II (TH 400) Continuation of Acting I. May include field trip. Prerequisite: Acting I.(Spring, Odd-Numbered Years) |
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| Voice and Diction (COM/TH
200) Practice in the development of a good speaking voice, with individual help in the correction of faulty speech habits. (Fall, Spring, Summer) |
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| Oral Interpretation (330;
COM/TH 200 prerequisite) Oral reading of prose, poetry, and drama; study and practice in reader’s theatre. Prerequisite: Voice and Diction.(Spring, Odd-Numbered Years) |
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| Directing I (TH 370) The nature of stage direction; a study of basic directorial concepts and their application to short scenes and plays. Prerequisites: Acting I and Theatrical Design; or permission of the instructor.(Fall) |
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| Directing II (TH 470; TH 370
prerequisite) A continuation of Directing I. The class focus is on more advanced directing practices, covering the theories and techniques of traditional and non-traditional approaches to directing. Students will be required to produce a student directed one-act play in this course. Prerequisite: Directing I or permission of the instructor. (Spring, Even-Numbered Years) |
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| Arts Management (TH 460) Study of theatre management. Emphases will include box office management, marketing strategies, funding challenges, promotion, and public relations activities specific to arts organizations. (Spring, Odd-Numbered Years) |
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| Theatrical Design (TH 250) Class provides an overview and rudimentary study of the general areas of theatre design. The course includes the study of rendering and drawing of design elements as well as the materials and construction techniques required to implement designs in major productions. (Fall, Even-Numbered Years) |
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| Movement for the Stage (TH 320) This class is designed to provide study in movement, with emphasis on dance, used in stage performance. Students will study basic ballet, jazz, musical theatre, tap, ballroom and folk dance that would be encountered in musical and non-musical theatre. Students will also be exposed to Alexander Technique and Renaissance stage movement. (Spring, Even-Numbered Years) |
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| Scene Design (TH 340) Basic principles of design including the study of styles, techniques, and methods of design. (Spring, Odd-Numbered Years) |
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| Lighting Design (TH 350) The study of lighting hardware and methods of lighting different events. (Fall, Odd-Numbered Years) |
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| Costume Design (TH 360) Study of costuming as an essential element of all theatre activity. The class will provide a study of styles, techniques, and methods of performance. (Spring, Even-Numbered Years) |
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| Stage Make-Up (TH 110) Study and practice in the techniques and materials of make-up and the relation of make-up to stage and television production. (Fall, Odd-Numbered Years) |
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| History of the Theatre I (TH
430) The development of the theatre from its beginnings through the Renaissance. (Fall, Even-Numbered Years) |
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| History of the Theatre II (TH
440) A continuation of History of Theatre I; the development of theatre from the Elizabethan period to the present. Recommended in sequence. (Spring, Odd-Numbered Years) |
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| Dramatic Literature and Criticism I
(TH 402) An intensive study of the works of major playwrights and critical theorists of western theatre from Greece through the Romantic period. Extensive reading of both dramatic and critical literature will be required. (Fall, Odd-Numbered Years) |
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| Dramatic Literature & Criticism II
(TH 405) An intensive study of the works of major playwrights and critical theorists of western theatre from the 19th and 20th centuries. Extensive reading of both dramatic and critical literature will be required. (Spring, Even-Numbered Years) |
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| Topics in Theatre (TH 480) A detailed study of a particular topic of special interest. Topics will vary but will be listed in the schedule of classes and on the students’ transcripts. May include a field trip. May be repeated one time. recent topics included: Acting Seminar, Scene Painting and Rendering, Acting Shakespeare, and Acting for the Camera. (Semesters Vary) |
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| Independent Study Internship Independent study and research under department supervision or special field experience under departmental determination and evaluation. Requires written permission of the department chair prior to registration. (Fall, Spring, Summer) |
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