2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

TH 360 Theatre History 1 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: EN 211 with a grade of "C" or better or HON 101 and HON 111 and sophomore standing.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

 Study of major historic periods from theatre's beginnings until 1700. Topics include the evolution and social context of theatre in the various periods; playwrights, plays and dramatic conventions of each period; and production styles and methods.

TH 358 Directing Practicum 1 cr.

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Prerequisites: TH 352 and theatre faculty permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Production directing experience under faculty supervision.

TH 352 Directing Theory 4 cr.  (3-3-0)

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: TH 132.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Introduction to the theoretical and practical aspects of stage direction.

TH 341 Stage Properties 2 cr.  (2-0-0)

• Offered: Every Sixth Semester
• Prerequisites: TH 131.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Design and construction of properties for theatrical productions. Construction, painting and finishing techniques. Experience in creating properties.

Notes: This is an eight week course.

TH 295 Special Topics in Theatre and Entertainment Arts 1-4 cr.

• Offered: Infrequently
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Investigation of a significant topic or theme.

Notes: May be repeated if topic differs.

TH 234 Makeup Studio 2 cr.  (2-0-0)

• Offered: Every Other Winter Semester
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Theory and application of theatrical two-dimensional makeup. An investigation of character analysis, makeup design and materials with laboratory assignments.

Notes: This is an eight week course.

TH 141 Fundamentals of Design 2 cr.  (2-0-0)

• Offered: Every Other Fall Semester
• Prerequisites: TH 131.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Introduction to methods used in the development and visual presentation of theatrical and entertainment design, including script analysis, dramatic and production styles and designer-director collaboration.

Notes: This is an eight week course.

TH 132 Acting 1 2 cr.  (2-0-0)

• Offered: Twice during each fall semester
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Introduction to theoretical and applied aspects of acting. Applied onstage exercises include solo and ensemble acting assignments.

Notes: This is an eight week course.

TH 131 Stagecraft 2 cr.  (1-0-2)

• Offered: Fall
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course provides a basic knowledge of construction practices and techniques as they relate to theatre. Topics such as building materials, hardware, flat construction, weight bearing scenic units, and shop safety will be discussed.

Notes: This is an eight week course.

TH 130 The Theatre Experience 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall Winter Summer
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
• General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
  • Human Expression (HUME)

Study of theatre as an art form, including history, aesthetics, production and dramatic literature.