Courses in Theatre include Production, Introduction to Theatre, Acting, History of the Theatre and Oral Interpretation of Literature. Students can participate in several theatrical productions each year.

A minor in Theatre Arts requires eighteen (18) credit hours, including CA 221, 475; 6 hours chosen from CA 315, 316 (same as ENG 315, 316), 317; 3 hours of Theatre Production Workshop; and 3 hours of electives to be selected in consultation with the department chair.

Course Descriptions

THEA 107-108; 207-208; 307-308; 407-408. THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP I
A set of practical courses which provide instruction and lab in five areas of theatre production: Costumes/Make-up; Acting/Directing; Scenery/Props; Light/Sound; and Publicity/Management. A minimum of 45 lab hours plus a written summary of the student's experience is required. Offered in the Fall and Spring. Eight semesters; one credit each

THEA 115. INTRODUCTION TO THE THEATRE
A brief but comprehensive study of the theatre, designed to arouse a wide range of interests - critical, historical, artistic - needed for a well-rounded appreciation of the whole. Includes attendance at plays for evaluation. One semester; three credits

THEA 127-128; 227 - 228; 327 - 328; 427 - 428. THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP II
A set of practical courses which provide instruction and lab in five areas of theatre production: Costumes/Make-up; Acting/Directing; Scenery/Props; Light/Sound; and Publicity/Management. A minimum of 90 lab hours plus a written summary of the students experience is required. Offered in the Fall and Spring. Eight semesters; two credits each

THEA 221. ACTING
Introduction to the craft of acting with focus on elementary techniques and principles. Designed to meet the needs of those directly concerned with theatre production but valuable also for students seeking to make better use of imagination and poise in social and professional situations. Taught primarily through improvisation with exercises in relaxation and techniques of body and voice flexibility and control. Offered in the Fall semester. One semester; three credits

THEA 231 - 239. SPECIAL TOPICS IN THEATRE
Topics in the areas of speech or theatre, based on special interest of students or special expertise of faculty. No prerequisite. One semester; one to three credits

THEA 315. HISTORY OF THE THEATRE
An in-depth study of the theatre including samples of dramatic literature from ancient Greece to the present. (Same as ENG 315) One semester; three credits

THEA 317. FIELD STUDY IN LIVE THEATRE
A study of live theatre. The plays covered will be seen during the semester at local Memphis theatres. Emphasis will be placed on contact with the professional theatre as well as opportunities to analyze and discuss the productions seen. One semester; three credits

THEA 377. ORAL INTERPRETATION OF LITERATURE
The development of responsiveness to prose, poetry, and drama and the ability to communicate the logical, emotional, and aesthetic elements to others. Students certifying in elementary education will study children's literature in the content of this course. One semester; three credits

THEA 401 - 402. INDEPENDENT STUDY IN THEATRE
An individual study project that will have as its end result the presentation of a well researched thesis or an approved project in Fine Arts. Syllabus and credit hours contracted by the student with Chair of Fine Arts and Speech program. Offered in the Fall and Spring. One semester; one to three credits

THEA 421 - 426. SPECIAL TOPICS IN THEATRE
Topics in the areas of speech or theatre, based on special interest of students or special expertise of faculty. One semester each; one to three credits each

THEA 475. SENIOR RECITAL
Rehearsal of monologues or concert theatre piece culminating in performance before an audience. Program will be evaluated and approved by instructor prior to public performance. Written work includes script analysis, character profiles, and detailed written critiques of videotapes of performances. One semester; three credits