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It is possible for LS&A students to elect a concentration program in Theatre or Music, and these programs are described in the LS&A Bulletin. In addition, Theatre courses and Music courses are frequently elected by LS&A students not concentrating in either Music or Theatre. All courses in Music History/Musicology, Composition, and Music Theory are electable for LS&A credit; some but not all Theatre and Drama courses are available for LS&A credit. Some of these courses can be used in an area distribution plan. LS&A students may elect music PERFORMANCE courses for degree credit, but this credit counts toward the maximum twelve non-LS&A credit hours that can be applied toward an AB/BS degree or twenty non-LS&A credit hours that can be applied toward a BGS degree.
Courses in Theatre, Music History/Musicology, Composition, Music Theory, and Performing Arts Technology are listed in the Schedule of Classes under the School of Music.
The following courses count as LS&A courses for LS&A degree credit.
THTREMUS 211 / RCHUMS 280 / ENGLISH 245. Introduction to Drama and Theatre.
Section 001.
Instructor(s):
Prerequisites & Distribution: (3). (HU). May not be repeated for credit. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in RCHUMS 281.

Credits: (3; 2 in the half-term).
Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
The course aims to introduce students to the power and variety of theatre, and to help them understand the processes which go toward making a production. Five to seven plays will be subjects of special study, chosen to cover a wide range of style and content, but interest will not be confined to these. Each student will attend two lectures weekly, plays a two-hour meeting in section each week; the latter will be used for questions, discussions, exploration of texts, and other exercises. Students will be required to attend two or more theatre performances, chosen from those available in Ann Arbor. Three papers are required plus a final examination.
THTREMUS 245. Introduction to Stage Management.
Prerequisites & Distribution: THTREMUS 250. (2-3). (CE). May not be repeated for credit.
Credits: (2-3).
Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
This course covers methods of stage management including rehearsal and performance coordination, prompt book preparation, record keeping, and director, cast, and crew relationships. Students are assigned as Assistant Stage Manager on a School of Music production (theatre, opera, musical theatre). Evaluation is based on class participation, written assignments, and execution of assigned stage management duties.
THTREMUS 251. Production Practicum 1.
Prerequisites & Distribution: (1). (Excl). May not be repeated for credit.
Credits: (1).
Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
Students enrolled in this course perform duties as stage scenery, lighting, sound, wardrobe, or stage properties crews for School of Music Theatre, Dance, Opera, and Musical Theatre Productions. No previous experience required. Evaluation based on performance on crew and journal that is kept of crew experience. No Text.
THTREMUS 256. Lighting Design I.
Section 001.
Instructor(s):
Rob Murphy
Prerequisites & Distribution: THTREMUS 250. (3). (Excl). May not be repeated for credit.
Credits: (3).
Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
An introduction to the theory and practice of lighting design for the stage. Topics to be covered include technical information of lighting equipment, methods of lighting, development of design concept and application, drafting and design paperwork, color, and script analysis. Course grade will be based on design projects and written analyses of plays. Course work will include three design projects as well as participation on the light crew for a University Productions show. Instructional methods will include lecture, discussion, and practical application.
THTREMUS 260. Scene Design I.
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: THTREMUS 250. (3). (Excl). May not be repeated for credit.
Credits: (3).
Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
This is an introductory course in scenic design for the theatre. Students will work in text analysis as well as learn the basic visual concepts behind the work of a theatrical designer. Such crafts as drafting, drawing, and model-building will be taught in the class.
THTREMUS 261. Production Practicum 3.
Prerequisites & Distribution: THTREMUS 250 and 251. (1). (Excl). May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 3 credits.
Credits: (1).
Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
This course is a continuation of THTREMUS 252. It will further explore the various crafts and skills that are associated with the theatre as covered in THTREMUS 250. The student will work closely with faculty and staff to pursue individual projects in association with productions at the various university theatres.
THTREMUS 262. Production Practicum 4.
Prerequisites & Distribution: THTREMUS 261. (1). (Excl). May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 3 credits.
Credits: (1).
Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
This course is a continuation of THTREMUS 252. It will further explore the various crafts and skills that are associated with the theatre as covered in THTREMUS 250. The student will work closely with faculty and staff to pursue individual projects in association with productions at the various university theatres.
THTREMUS 321 / ENGLISH 443. History of Theatre I.
Meets with THTREMUS 521.
Prerequisites & Distribution: (3). (Excl). May not be repeated for credit.

Credits: (3).
Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
This course, a survey of the development of theatre from the ancient Greeks to the 17th century, should be elected by all Theatre concentrators. The focus is on the production of theatre in its historical and social context, but we shall also study representative plays.
THTREMUS 326. Script Analysis for Black Writers and Directors.
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: THTREMUS 222. (Excl). May not be repeated for credit.
Credits: (3).
Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
OBJECTIVE
To enable the student to successfully analyze a written play or film script from the vantage point of the actor, director, writer, or designer; to help the student understand and actualize scripts as orderly arrangements of actions; to enhance the student's ability to imagine and create.
GOALS
At the end of the course, to successfully analyze student will be able to:
1. Analyze various styles and genre of dramatic writing through applied study of selected scripts.
2. Compare film values to those on stage.
3. Develop a producation concept and a coherent rehearsal approach to uncover the main idea of a script by examining given circumstances, background story, plot, character. dialogue, tempo, rhythm, and mood.
SCOPE
The course is a one-termcourse, meeting twice weekly, and serves as the prerequisite for advanced directing, playwriting, and basic design classes offered withing the Theatre and Drama department. The course will entail reading, in class and out of class exercises, spot quizzes, and three research projects. Special film and video viewing outside class time will be arranged at the convenience of all concerned. There will be a midterm and final examination.
REQUIRED TEXTS
Script Analysis for Actors, Directors, and Designers. James Thomas.
Dangerous Liaisons. Christopher Hampton.
Les Dangereuse Liaisons (film script). CHristopher Hampton.
Raisin in the Sun, the unfilmed screenplay. Lorraine Hansberry.
Raisin in the Sun (the play). Lorraine Hansberry.
River Niger (the play). Joseph Walker.
River Niger (the movie).
MacBeth. William Shakespeare.
Men of Respect (the movie).
An Alice Childress play to be determined.
THTREMUS 370. Costume Design II.
Section 001 — Meets with THTREMUS 470.001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: THTREMUS 270. (3). (Excl). May not be repeated for credit.
Credits: (3).
Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
This course is designed to familiarize students with the art and process of costume design. There will be strong emphasis on text and character analysis as well as methods of research. An introduction to basic drawing skills will be combined with other visual options in presenting design ideas. Grading will be based on design presentations, attendance, attitude, and class participation. Text: Costume Design (Anderson) and (recommended) Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain (Edwards).
THTREMUS 404. Design and Production Forum, II.
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: (2). (Excl). May not be repeated for credit.
Credits: (2).
Course Homepage: No homepage submitted.
Exploration of issues of contemporary theatre, particularly in relation to design and production.

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