Stagecraft at WSU

THEA 244: Stagecraft 4 Credit Hours

Description: Theory and practice of making, painting and using scenery for the stage. Practical work on University Productions. Includes a two hour lab.

Course Level Learner Outcomes: Students successfully completing this class:
Utilize critical thinking skills in order to synthesize diverse concepts into practical solutions to technical challenges found in the theater.
Demonstrate familiarity with the language and techniques used on stage and in theatrical production.
Demonstrate the skills needed to communicate information effectively and efficiently in both written and oral form.
Develop the skills to use the equipment and tools commonly found in scene shops and theatres.
Develop leadership skills necessary to accomplish the teamwork needed by a tech staff.
Perform hands on projects in a classroom, laboratory and production setting.
Work towards a more complete understanding of individual creative processes, styles and personal aesthetics.