Performing Arts Foundation Courses
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Communications in the Arts
Communications in the Arts
This course is designed to provide students with the necessary skills required for success in their chosen area of study. Through the exploration of various forms of communication including verbal, nonverbal, written and interpersonal; students will develop the ability to effectively communicate within the College and Art environments.
Hours: 45
Course Code: COMM-1200
Detailed Course Outline: COMM-1200 Communication in the Arts
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Dance Foundations: Introduction
Dance Foundations: Introduction
In this course students will learn ballet technique, the foundation of most performance dance. Students will experience practical exercises that build strength and flexibility in the execution of dance steps. These practical exercises will enhance the learner?s ability to perform dance sequences and basic dance combinations. Additionally, students will explore commercial dance styles and the language of dance. Emphasized throughout the course, will be the elements of professional conduct required in a performance arts environment.
Hours: 45
Course Code: PAF-1000
Detailed Course Outline: PAF-1000 Dance Foundations Introduction.
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Technical Aspects of Theatre
Technical Aspects of Theatre
This course will familiarize students with the technical and design-related aspects of theatre production. Areas covered will include lighting, scenery, sound, properties, costumes, wigs and make-up. The role of the stage manager will be explored and students will learn to notate a script and call book. Students will learn how a theatre is laid out technically, the vocabulary of technical theatre and the roles of key players on the technical team. Additionally, students will select three technical areas for deeper study and practical application.
Hours: 90
Course Code: PAF-1005
Detailed Course Outline: PAF-1005 Technical Aspects of Theatre
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Performing Arts Overview
Performing Arts Overview
In this course, students will learn about the different types of performing arts. Dance, Music, Theatre and other available live performances will be analyzed for content and execution. As well as exploring the types of productions, students will be introduced to the various business roles supporting these productions.
Hours: 45
Course Code: PAF-1010
Detailed Course Outline: PAF-1010 Performing Arts Overview
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Voice Essentials: Introduction I
Voice Essentials: Introduction I
This course will introduce students to singing for the stage. The focus will be on the mechanics of vocal production. Students will learn to interpret songs for theatrical performance, with particular consideration given to character development and story advancement. Movement and singing will be explored as well as microphone technique.
Hours: 45
Course Code: PAF-1015
Detailed Course Outline: PAF-1015 Voice Essentials Introduction I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Acting Essentials: Introduction I
Acting Essentials: Introduction I
This is a performance-based course where students will learn, on their feet, the fundamental requirements expected of professional actors. In this course students will learn to use their bodies and voices as theatrical tools. Physical and vocal exercises will be stressed and implemented. Students will learn the methods for successful theatrical communication and expression. Sensory exploration and re-creation will be explored. The course will include scene study and script analysis and will examine a variety of acting styles.
Hours: 45
Course Code: PAF-1020
Detailed Course Outline: PAF-1020 Acting Essentials Introduction I
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Dance Foundations: Intermediate
Dance Foundations: Intermediate
Building on the knowledge gained in Dance Foundations: Introduction, learners will continue to develop their ballet technique. Students will experience practical exercises that build strength and flexibility in the execution of dance steps. These practical exercises will enhance the learner?s ability to perform dance sequences and basic dance combinations. Additionally, students will explore commercial dance styles and the language of dance. Emphasized throughout the course, will be the elements of professional conduct required in a performance arts environment.
Hours: 45
Course Code: PAF-1025
Detailed Course Outline: PAF-1025 Dance Foundations Intermediate
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Creativity: An Introduction to Creative Thinking
Creativity: An Introduction to Creative Thinking
Learners in this course will have the opportunity to explore divergent thinking, to see possibilities for creative expression in the everyday, and perceive the world in a multi sensory way. Through employing brainstorming, using analogy, and open-ended problem solving, students will build a toolkit of solutions to assist them as they approach artistic problems.
Hours: 45
Course Code: PAF-1030
Detailed Course Outline: PAF-1030 Creativity An Introduction to Creative Thinking
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Performance Business
Performance Business
In this course, students will learn the "business" end of show business with an emphasis on the performer as the operator of a self-employed business. Concepts and practices in marketing, management and documentation will be explored. The nature and function of show business professionals and professional associations and organizations will be examined. Students will learn about contract negotiation, managing financial affairs and preparing grant applications.
Hours: 45
Course Code: PAF-1035
Detailed Course Outline: PAF-1035 Performance Business
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Voice Essentials: Introduction II
Voice Essentials: Introduction II
Building on the knowledge gained in Voice Essentials: Introduction, learners will continue to develop their singing for the stage abilities. The focus will be on the mechanics of vocal production. Students will continue to learn to interpret songs for theatrical performance, with particular consideration given to character development and story advancement. Movement and singing will continue to be explored as well as microphone technique.
Hours: 45
Course Code: PAF-1040
Detailed Course Outline: PAF-1040 Voice Essentials Introduction II
Academic Year: 2012-2013
Acting Essentials: Introduction II
Acting Essentials: Introduction II
Building on the knowledge gained in Acting Essentials: Introduction, this is a performance-based course where students will continue to develop the fundamental requirements expected of professional actors. Students will develop the ability to use their bodies and voices as theatrical tools. Physical and vocal exercises will be stressed and implemented. Students will learn the methods for successful theatrical communication and expression. Sensory exploration and re-creation will continue to be explored. The course will include scene study and script analysis and will examine a variety of acting styles.
Hours: 45
Course Code: PAF-1045
Detailed Course Outline: PAF-1045 Acting Essentials Introduction II
Academic Year: 2012-2013
