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Palomar College \u2014 Theatre Arts (TA) Courses<\/h1>\n
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TA 100 \u2014 Introduction to the Theatre (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lecture \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 111<\/p>\n

Theatre texts, processes and performances create a mirror that reflects an image of the world. This course actively engages students through the language, tools and processes of theatre to examine and encounter our world and to articulate insights about human behavior, experience, culture & society.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 106A \u2014 Basic Costume I: Technology (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

2 hours lecture \u2022 3 hours lab \u2022 Note: Cross listed as FASH 106A and ENTT 106A \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 174<\/p>\n

A foundational course providing a basic introduction to practices, theories, techniques and procedures of costume technology for theatre, film and television. Focus on the structure of a working costume shop, basic hand and machine sewing techniques, textile identification, basic garment fitting, simple pattern modification, and production wardrobe crew procedures. Practical training in college productions is incorporated during the course of study.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 107 \u2014 Lighting for Stage and Television (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

2 hours lecture \u2022 3 hours lab \u2022 Note: Cross listed as ENTT 107 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 173<\/p>\n

Techniques, theories, and procedures necessary to develop lighting and lighting effects integrated into film, television, and theatre productions. Practical experience in college productions.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 108 \u2014 Stagecraft and Scene Design for Theatre and Television (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

2 hours lecture \u2022 3 hours lab \u2022 Note: Cross listed as ENTT 108 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 172<\/p>\n

Technical practices and organization of production for theatre, film, and television. Practice in drafting, designing, and construction of scenery for college productions.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 109 \u2014 Elementary Stage Make-Up (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

2 hours lecture \u2022 4 hours lab \u2022 Note: Cross listed as FASH 109 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 175<\/p>\n

Basic theories, techniques, and procedures of make-up production for stage, film, and television. Practical training in college productions.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 111 \u2014 Technical Theatre Production (5 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

1.5 hours lecture \u2022 10.5 hours lab \u2022 Prerequisite: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in TA\/FASH 106 or TA\/ENTT 107 or TA\/ENTT 108, or TA\/FASH 109 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC<\/p>\n

Techniques and procedures of planning and coordination through all phases of the technical theatre production process. Practical training through college productions.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 113A \u2014 Improvisational Theatre I (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lecture \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU<\/p>\n

Improvisational theatre techniques for various forms that engage the audience in an interactive performance setting. Includes basic skills for creating and sustaining improvisational scenes as well as structures that challenge participants\u2019 skills and analyze social situations of conflict in participants\u2019 lives and communities.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 113B \u2014 Improvisational Theatre II (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lecture \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in TA 113A \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU<\/p>\n

Advanced skills for creating, performing and facilitating improvisational work, including refined verbal and nonverbal behaviors.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 115 \u2014 Acting I (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lecture \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 151<\/p>\n

Workshop introduction to the tools and terminology of acting. Students apply knowledge and experience to the performance of short scenes.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 116 \u2014 Acting II (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lecture \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in TA 115 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 152<\/p>\n

Continues exploration of acting theory and technique, deepening the acting process. Emphasis on truthful performance of scenes and monologues, pursuing objectives, responsiveness to partners, emotional range, and continued development of vocal and physical technique.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 119 \u2014 Voice and Speech (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lecture \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC<\/p>\n

Practical, experiential work in voice and speech leading to improved power, expressiveness and clarity, using contemporary approaches to develop the actor\u2019s voice.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 125 \u2014 Beginning Oral Interpretation (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lecture \u2022 Note: Cross listed as SPCH 125 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID COMM 170<\/p>\n

Introduction to oral reading of prose, poetry, and drama in distinct and intertextual formats. Critical analysis models applied to written literature and performed readings; evaluation based on effective delivery principles.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 131 \u2014 Elementary Stage Costume and Make-Up (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

2 hours lecture \u2022 3 hours lab \u2022 Note: Cross listed as FASH 131 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU<\/p>\n

Basic theories, techniques, and procedures of costume production and make-up application for stage, film, and television. Practical training in college productions.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 150 \u2014 Dramatic Literature and Script Analysis (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lecture \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 114<\/p>\n

Explores, understands, and appreciates a wide range of play scripts. Using investigative techniques (e.g., analyzing theme, plot, character, imagery, and how scripts convey meaning to theatre artists and audiences), students gain insight into reading, using, and creating a play script.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 160 \u2014 Beginning Stage Direction (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lecture \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC<\/p>\n

Principles, procedures, and methods of stage direction. Students serve as assistant directors on college productions and direct scenes for acting classes and studio productions.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 173 \u2014 Musical Theatre Scenes I (1 unit)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lab \u2022 Note: Cross listed as DNCE 173\/MUS 173 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU<\/p>\n

Rehearsal and performance of solo and group scenes from Broadway musicals from the 1930s to the present.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 174 \u2014 Musical Theatre Scenes II (1 unit)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lab \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in DNCE\/MUS\/TA 173 \u2022 Note: Cross listed as DNCE\/MUS 174 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU<\/p>\n

Continuation of TA 173 with deeper exploration of acting, singing, and dancing for Broadway musicals from the 1930s to the present.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 182 \u2014 Introduction to Arts Management (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

9 hours lab \u2022 Note: Cross listed as AMS 182\/ART 182\/DNCE 182\/MUS 182 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU<\/p>\n

Introduction to principles and practices of arts management through an interdisciplinary study of management topics in the visual and performing arts.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 183 \u2014 Internship in Arts Management (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

9 hours lab \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in AMS\/ART\/DANCE\/MUS 182 or TA 182 \u2022 Note: Cross listed as AMS 183\/ART 183\/DNCE 183\/MUS 183 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU<\/p>\n

Practical experience in arts management in the visual and performing arts.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 184 \u2014 Creative Theatre Ensemble (1, 1.5, or 2 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3, 4.5, or 6 hours lab \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC<\/p>\n

Collaborative creation of an original devised theatre performance or ensemble performance of an existing text.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 191A \u2014 Rehearsal and Performance I (1 or 2 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 or 6 hours lab \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 191<\/p>\n

Initial experience rehearsing and performing in a departmental theatre production, typically in an ensemble, non-speaking, or small supporting role.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 191B \u2014 Rehearsal and Performance II (1 or 2 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 or 6 hours lab \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in TA 191A \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 191<\/p>\n

Second experience rehearsing and performing in a departmental production, generally a small to medium speaking role or participation on the run crew.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 191C \u2014 Rehearsal and Performance III (1 or 2 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 or 6 hours lab \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in TA 191B \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 191<\/p>\n

Third experience in departmental production; typically a medium supporting or leading role.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 191D \u2014 Rehearsal and Performance IV (1 or 2 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 or 6 hours lab \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in TA 191C \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 191<\/p>\n

Fourth experience in departmental production; typically a supporting or lead role.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 192A \u2014 Technical Theatre Practicum I (1\u20132 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3\u20136 hours lab \u2022 Note: At least one unit required of all Theatre Arts majors \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 192<\/p>\n

Practical experience in production responsibilities in house staff; observation\/evaluation of stage crew responsibilities.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 192B \u2014 Technical Theatre Practicum II (1 or 2 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 or 6 hours lab \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in TA 192A \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 192<\/p>\n

Practical experience in stage-crew production responsibilities; observation\/evaluation of stage-crew roles.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 192C \u2014 Technical Theatre Practicum III (1 or 2 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 or 6 hours lab \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in TA 192B \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 192<\/p>\n

Practical experience in technical-staff production responsibilities; observation\/evaluation of leadership roles in the technical staff.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 192D \u2014 Technical Theatre Practicum IV (1 or 2 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 or 6 hours lab \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in TA 192C \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2022 C-ID THTR 192<\/p>\n

Practical experience leading within the technical staff; observation\/evaluation of design-staff production responsibilities.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 197E \u2014 Management of Theatre Activities (.5\u20133 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

1.5 to 9 hours lab \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU<\/p>\n

Principles of organization, operation, and planning for theatre management including programming, ticket sales, box office records, and promotional news release writing. Practical application to theatre productions.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 197F \u2014 Theatre Topics (.5\u20134 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

Units and hours vary by topic \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC \u2014 Credit determined by UC upon review of syllabus<\/p>\n

Topics in theatre. Course title designates subject covered. See Class Schedule for specific topics.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 215 \u2014 Acting III (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lecture \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in TA 116 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC<\/p>\n

Emphasizes analysis of literary text and physical methods in the process of creating characters. Scene study and role preparation of significant texts by modern playwrights.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 216 \u2014 Acting IV (3 units)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lecture \u2022 Prerequisite: Minimum grade of \u201cC\u201d in TA 116 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU; UC<\/p>\n

Advanced topics in acting technique including approaches to style and contemporary innovations in acting methods.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 283 \u2014 Musical Theatre Scenes III (1 unit)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lab \u2022 Prerequisite: DNCE 174 \u2022 Note: Cross listed as MUS\/DNCE 283 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU<\/p>\n

Continuation of Musical Theatre Scenes II with emphasis on more advanced acting, singing, and dance techniques.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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TA 284 \u2014 Musical Theatre Scenes IV (1 unit)<\/span><\/h2>\n

3 hours lab \u2022 Prerequisite: DNCE 283 \u2022 Note: Cross listed as DNCE 284 \u2022 Transfer acceptability: CSU<\/p>\n

Explores rehearsal and performance of musical theatre acting, singing, and dancing at the advanced level.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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