Theatre Timetable

Section	Day	Time	Instructor	Exam Date
2023 Fall 2024 Winter
THTR 100 - Introduction to Theatre
An introduction to the various aspects of theatre including performance and production, the play script, history, theory and criticism.
319	T	09:00am - 4:30pm	Maureen Belanger
319	T	09:00am - 4:30pm	Maureen Belanger
319	T	09:00am - 4:30pm	Maureen Belanger
319	T	09:00am - 4:30pm	Maureen Belanger
319	T	09:00am - 4:30pm	Maureen Belanger
319	T	09:00am - 4:30pm	Maureen Belanger
THTR 101 - Introduction to Improv
Saying Yes to Yes! An introduction to the fundamental skills of theatre improvisation. This course is a guide to improvisational choices through the use of theatre games and exercises, with an emphasis on artistic perception and creative expression. Note: Students cannot receive credit for THEA 215AA and/or THAC 362 and/or THAC 360AA
001	T	1:00pm - 3:45pm	Jayden Pfeifer
991	W	6:00pm - 8:45pm	Jayden Pfeifer
THTR 110 - Foundations in Devised Performance
This foundational performance class is designed to unleash creativity, create ensemble, and build strong physical and theoretical groundwork for a responsive, committed and creative theatre artist. This class will focus on theatre exercises and explorations as applied to devised work. Note: Registration is restricted to students enrolled in the BFA/BA (Devised Performance).
001	T	09:30am - 12:15pm	Jonathan Seinen
090	R	09:30am - 10:45am	Jonathan Seinen
THTR 111 - Performance Technologies
From the winged chariot that saved Medea to the introduction of gas lighting in Victorian theatres to the falling chandelier in Phantom on the Opera, theatre has always engaged in complex ways with technology. With an emphasis on lighting, sound, and projections this course gives students a hands-on chance to play with old and new theatre technologies and discover that almost anything is possible.
001	M	2:30pm - 5:15pm	William Hales	11-DEC-23
THTR 112 - Behind the Magic: Painting and Props
The enchanted rose in Beauty and the Beast, the swords in MacBeth (not to mention a moving forest), or the puppet characters of Avenue Q props are integral to performance. This hands-on course focuses on the manipulation of various materials, sustainable props building, and scenic painting. This class may help support THTR 310.
001	M	09:30am - 12:15pm	Mason Roth
090	W	09:30am - 12:15pm	Mason Roth
THTR 115 - Introduction to Acting
An introduction to some of the fundamental acting methods used by professional actors working in mainstream North American theatre. Note: Students may receive credit for one of THTR 115, THEA 260, or THAC 260.
001	MW	1:00pm - 2:15pm	Shannon Holmes
THTR 202 - Introduction to Playwriting
This course provides the foundations for writing a play. By experimenting with creative processes and forms students will take their writing from initial impulse to playable draft. Through writing exercises, readings and presentations, students will to critique their work and that of their peers. Students will be closely mentored through a variety of dramaturgical techniques. Of interest to play, script and media writers. *Prerequisite: Two of ACAD 100, ENGL 100, or ENGL 110.* Note: Students may receive credit for one of THTR 202 and THEA 215AE
001	F	09:30am - 12:15pm	Jonathan Seinen
THTR 210 - Scene Study/New Play Development
Developing new work is exciting, but requires non-traditional performance skills. Students will explore scene study then apply newly acquired performance skills and techniques to plays in development. *Prerequisite: THTR 120*
001	M	09:30am - 12:15pm	Shannon Holmes
090	W	09:30am - 10:45am	Shannon Holmes
THTR 212 - Behind the Magic: Technical Production
Ever wonder how an empty stage lights up as a prairie sunset with the sound of birds chirping and singing? Students will study the lighting, audio and projection technology used in theatre production with a focus on the computer control systems and software currently used in production practices. The students will also be trained to safely operate the single purchase counterweight flying system. The class will support the Theatre Department’s production as technical crew. Note: Students may receive credit for one of THEA 120 and THDS 220.
001	TR	2:30pm - 3:45pm	William Hales
THTR 215 - Understanding Performance Texts
Plays can be challenging to read but this course introduces students to the tools needed for reading and analyzing dramatic texts. Exploring the dynamic relationship between script, stage, and audience, students will explore plays as a genre of literature as well as blueprints for theatrical production. *Prerequisite: Two of ACAD 100, ENGL 100, or ENGL 110.* *Note: Student cannot receive credit for THTR 215 and/or THEA 150 and/or THST 250.
001	MW	1:00pm - 2:15pm	Taiwo Afolabi	20-DEC-23
THTR 222 - Designing Performance Spaces
Theatre design, museum curation, parades and festival planning all require an understanding of how space means, how to imagine space and how to best use a given space. Students will learn the basics of scenography while imagining, manipulating and creating performance and non-performance spaces. *Prerequisite: One of THTR 112 or THTR 121 or THTR 212 or 30 CH* Note: Students cannot receive credit for THTR 222 and / or THEA 222 and / or THDS 221.
001	TR	1:00pm - 2:15pm	Wes Pearce