THTR1370

MN Transfer Curriculum Goal 6. In this course, beginning and experienced students will explore the art and function of technical theatre in a professional environment. With a focus on understanding the different roles in technical theatre including scenic, costumes, properties, lighting, sound, and stage management students will be introduced to the artistry and function of each technical theatre area. Through exploring the historical background of technical theatre practices, students will engage both design and implementation components, developing an understanding and appreciation for how the technical aspects of theatre create meaning and communicate story. Included is an overview of safety specific to each theatrical discipline as well as an understanding of the components of technical theatre in a variety of performance spaces.

Utilizing a variety of in-class instructional strategies as well as experiential learning in partnership with GREAT Theatre, students will be introduced to the technical theatre in a professional environment. This course is a required component of the Technical Theatre Practicum AA degree in partnership with GREAT Theatre and is also open to any student interested. Student Learning Outcomes

• Apply creative thinking and problem-solving skills as they relate to technical theatre practices and artistry.
• Interpret the organizational structure and roles and relationships of professional technical theatre staff.
• Build relationships to effectively contribute to the overall outcomes of theatrical production.
• Analyze different types of theatrical performance spaces (proscenium, black box, outdoor).
• Analyze theatrical paperwork (i.e. costume renderings, lighting magic sheets, scenic elevations, sound plots) standards, and terminology utilized to effectively communicate in technical theatre.
• Explain the process of creating a theatrical production as it develops from page to stage.
• Describe how script interpretation and analysis inform the elements of theatrical design.
• Interpret historical and contemporary texts from a technical design perspective.