Study and application of the methods and components of theatrical production which may include one or more of the following: theater facilities, scenery construction and painting, properties, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and theatrical management. Two hours lecture, two hours lab per week
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
- Apply a vocabulary and knowledge of the environment, tools, and skills required to mount a theatrical production.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the variety of work required to mount a theatrical production.
- Describe the collaborative nature of production within theater arts.
Stagecraft Fundamentals: A Guide and Reference for Theatrical Production, 4th edition Kolger-Carver, Rita
ISBN: 9781032124506
Students participating in lab activities must arrive at the lab prepared to work. Closed-toe shoes are required. Clothing must be appropriate for working in a carpentry and painting shop. Students may supply their safety glasses. All students must use appropriate safety equipment when working with power tools, electrical fixtures, and the rigging system.
Evaluation Standards:
The final course grade will be determined by a combination of subject-matter exams, a term project, and performance in practical lab exercises. A failure to follow instructor or supervisor directions in the lab may result in dismissal from the environment and failure of the learning objective involved.
A = 89.5 – 100%
B = 79.5 – 89.4%
C = 69.5 – 79.5%
D = 59.5 – 69.4%
F = 0 – 59.4%
This course meets in class once per week throughout the term. Lab hours are assigned to each student based on the particular needs of the departmental productions being staged in the same period as the course. Consistent attendance is a primary predictor of student success.
Assignments for each unit will be due on Sundays. Late assignments will earn a maximum of 90%. Work submitted after the instructor has completed grading for an assignment may not be graded. Allowances may be made for emergencies at the instructor's discretion. Consult the course site in Canvas for due dates.
ADA Statement:
Any student with a documented disability (e.g. learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) may contact the Office on the Weatherford College Weatherford Campus to request reasonable accommodations. Phone: 817-598-6350 Office Location: Office Number 118 in the Student Services Building, upper floor. Physical Address: Weatherford College 225 College Park Drive Weatherford, TX.
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Any student who faces challenges securing basic resources such as food, clothing, or housing and believes this may affect their performance in their course of study is urged to contact the Director of Student Resources, Dr. Deborah Cregger, for support at (817) 598-6444. Her office is on the first floor of Student Services. If the student prefers, they may contact their instructor, who can reach out on their behalf. Weatherford College also provides the Coyote Pantry. The Pantry maintains boxed and canned foods for students in need. The location of the Coyote Pantry is two blocks west of the Weatherford campus at the Baptist Student Ministry (118 E. Park Ave., Weatherford). Pantry hours are Mon-Thurs. 8:30 am-4:30 pm and Fri. 8.30 am-12:00 pm (817-599-6586).