Introductory Courses

The following information is from the Vassar College Catalogue.

I. Introductory

102a or b. Introduction to Theater-Making: Theory and Practice (1)

An exploration of the collaborative strategies theater artists use to realize dramatic texts on the stage. Through the staging of weekly projects, the class examines the challenge posed by a variety of genres and seeks to develop the skills necessary to communicate clearly to an audience. Ms. Cody, Mr. Grabowski, Ms. Walen, Ms. Wildberger.

Two 75-minute periods.

One 75-minute laboratory.

103a or b. Introduction to Stagecraft (1/2)

An introduction to the fundamentals of stagecraft, including the processes of flat and platform construction, scene painting, rigging, and theatrical safety. Instructor to be announced.

This is a six-week course.

Two 75-minute periods.

Two 2-hour laboratories.