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Bachelor of ArtsBachelor of Fine ArtsThe theatre and dance department offers several programs tailored to the specific goals of each discipline. Students may choose from a pre-professional bachelor of fine arts degree in dance, dance/theatre, theatre technology, or theatre performance (with concentrations in acting for the stage or camera); or from the more broad-based bachelor of arts degrees in dance or theatre. Both degrees provide excellent preparation for those who plan to attend graduate school.Students pursuing a B.A. or B.F.A. in the theatre and dance department must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA in all required work. In addition, they must receive at least a C (not a C-) in all required courses. All required courses must be taken for a letter grade. Students must earn a GPA of 3.33 in major courses to be considered for departmental honors. The bachelor of fine arts programs are designed for students who plan to enter the professional world of dance, theatre, theatre technology, or film/television performance. These programs require 5861 credits. Admittance to the B.F.A. programs is by audition or portfolio review only--students must audition at the beginning or end of their freshman year or at the time of transfer or with special permission of the theatre and dance department faculty. The bachelor of arts programs require 4146.5 credits, which allows the students to take electives in other disciplines, making it possible to pursue double majors or minors. Degree programs are designed to establish historical, theoretical, and critical awareness as well as development of professional skills. While students are encouraged to acquire hands-on experience during freshman and sophomore years, they are also expected to utilize the Chapman University general education requirements to enhance their knowledge and skills in theatre and/or dance. Extracurricular Opportunities* a three-week London theatre tour* dance tours * dance concerts each semester * mainstage productions of various styles * student-produced and directed plays * location film work * on-going television productions * internships with Los Angeles professionals * opportunities to crew productions and/or design lights, costumes, or sets * the student-governed Performing Arts Society at Chapman (PASC) * the student-governed Chapman Actors Guild (CAG) for those students interested in camera performance careers * Shakespeare Orange County (a professional theatre company housed at Chapman during the summer, which offers student scholarships and apprentice programs) Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and DanceEmphasis in DanceThe curriculum for dance is both flexible and thorough. It is designed for students who wish conservatory-level dance training within the context of a liberal arts degree. The B.A. emphasis allows the student to be a generalist. Students are encouraged to take a double major or take additional electives. All B.A. and dance emphases must be enrolled in at least one dance technique class (1 credit classes) per semester.requirements (38H credits) Td 100 Introduction to Technical Theatre 3 Td 105 Theatre and Dance Production I (2 semesters) 1 Td 110 Introduction to Acting 3 Td 113 Theatre and Dance Performance I 1 Td 237 Conditioning for Dance: Pilates® H Td 303 Organization of Dance Production 3 Td 351 Dance History I: Origins to 1700s 3 Td 352 Dance History II: 1700s to Present 3 Td 420 Special Studies in Dance Techniques 1 Td 452 Dance Teaching Methods 3 Td 458 Kinesiology for Dancers** 4 *two of the following (2 credits) *one of the following (1 credit) one of the following (3 credits) Td 204 Theatrical Costume Techniques 3 Td 207 Lighting for the Stage 3 choose from the following (3 credits) Td 330 Dance Performance and Study Tour 2 Kines 407 School Observation and Teaching 3 Td 481 Choreography Workshop 3 Td 498 Senior Project (only by permission of total credits 47H *All dance technique classes are repeatable for credit. Higher level technique classes, level II or III, may be used to fulfill these requirements. **Prerequisite Biol 210. Students are encouraged to take this course as part of their general education credit. Emphasis in TheatreThe theatre emphasis includes a variety of performance, technology, and historical courses that give students a well-rounded understanding of all aspects of theatre. The theatre curriculum combined with the departmental productions offer opportunities for students to use their knowledge and skill in many aspects of theatre production.requirements (32 credits) Td 100 Introduction to Technical Theatre 3 Td 105 Theatre and Dance Production I Td 113 Theatre and Dance Performance I 1 Td 119 Introduction to Voice and Movement 3 Td 155 Introduction to Theatre Studies 3 Td 207 Lighting for the Stage 3 Td 388 Directing for the Theatre I 3 Td 453 Dramatic Literature and History I 3 Td 454 Dramatic Literature and History II 3 one of the following (3 credits) Td 204 Theatrical Costume Techniques 3 choose from the following (6 credits) Td 301 Drafting for the Stage 3 Td 305 Theatre and Dance Production II Td 308 Scenic Design for the Stage 3 Td 312 Movement for the Performer 3 Td 313 Theatre and Dance Performance II 1 Td 314 Voice Production and Technique 3 Td 389 Directing for the Theatre II 3 Td 455 Topics in Theatre History (repeatable) 3 Td 489 Theatre Directing Workshop 3 total credits 41 All theatre students must take four dance courses to satisfy their physical activities requirements. If transfer students must take PA courses, they need to take them in dance. Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre and DanceEmphasis in Dance PerformanceAcceptance to the B.F.A. emphasis in Dance Performance is by audition only. Entrance to Level III technique classes and performance in two mainstage dance concerts are required.The dance performance emphasis is designed to provide students with professional dance training within the context of related theatre and dance arts. Students are encouraged to develop dance concepts through film, video, musical theatre, and dance concerts. The emphasis prepares students for careers in dance performance, choreography, and teaching, while building a foundation in the liberal arts. All B.F.A. dance emphases must be enrolled in at least two dance techniques classes (1 credit classes) per semester. requirements (43 credits) Td 100 Introduction to Technical Theatre 3 Td 105 Theatre and Dance Production I Td 110 Introduction to Acting 3 Td 113 Theatre and Dance Performance I 1 Td 130 Contemporary Dance Styles H Td 237 Conditioning for Dance: Pilates ® H Td 303 Organization of Dance Production 3 Td 313 Theatre and Dance Production II 1 Td 351 Dance History I: Origins to 1700s 3 Td 352 Dance History II: 1700s to Present 3 Td 420 Special Studies in Dance Technique 1 Td 452 Dance Teaching Methods 3 Td 458 Kinesiology for Dancers** 4 Td 481 Choreography Workshop 3 *choose from the following (1 credit) two of the following (6 credits) Td 155 Introduction to Theatre Studies 3 Td 204 Theatrical Costume Techniques 3 Td 207 Lighting for the Stage 3 choose from the following (3 credits) Td 305 Theatre and Dance Production II H Td 330 Dance Performance and Study Tour 2 Kines 407 School Observation and Teaching 3 Td 498 Senior Project (only by permission of *choose from the following (5 credits from a minimum of 2 categories) total credits 58 *All dance technique classes are repeatable for credit. Higher level technique classes, level II or III, may be used to fulfill these requirements. **Prerequisite Biol 210. Students are encouraged to take this course as part of their general education credit. Emphasis in Dance/TheatreThe emphasis in dance/theatre provides students with the combined advantage of highly developed skills in both dance and theatre. The curriculum is þexible and thorough in its two disciplines. It develops competencies in acting, dancing, directing, and choreography, as well as some special skills in theatre technology.requirements (43H credits) Td 100 Introduction to Technical Theatre 3 Td 105 Theatre and Dance Production I H Td 113 Theatre and Dance Performance I 1 Td 119 Introduction to Voice and Movement 3 Td 155 Introduction to Theatre Studies 3 Td 303 Organization of Dance Production 3 Td 305 Theatre and Dance Production II H Td 313 Theatre and Dance Performance II 1 Td 314 Voice Production and Technique 3 Td 352 Dance History II: 1700s to Present 3 Td 388 Directing for the Theatre I 3 one of the following (3 credits) Mus 101 Introduction to Music 3 one of the following (3 credits) Td 204 Theatrical Costume Techniques 3 Td 207 Lighting for the Stage 3 one of the following (1 credit) *choose from the following (2 credits) Td 130 Contemporary Dance Styles HTd 237 Conditioning for Dance: Pilates® H Td 420 Special Studies in Dance Techniques 1 two of the following (67 credits) Td 351 Dance History I: Origins to the 1700s 3 Td 389 Directing for the Theatre II 3 Kines 407 Secondary School Observation and Teaching 3 Td 419 Text Analysis and Scene Study 3 Td 452 Dance Teaching Methods 3 Td 453 Dramatic Literature and History I 3 Td 454 Dramatic Literature and History II 3 Td 458 Kinesiology for Dancers** 4 Td 481 Choreography Workshop 3 Td 489 Theatre Directing Workshop 3 Td 498 Senior Project (only by permission of total credits 581Ž2 to 591Ž2 **Prerequisite Biol 210Emphasis in Theatre TechnologyThe emphasis in theatre technology provides students with detailed theoretical and hands-on preparation for professional careers in theatre production and technology. Required performance study will provide students with an appreciation of the performer while providing an understanding of the history, literature, and traditions of the theatre. Students seeking a B.F.A. in Theatre Technology are strongly advised to consider an art minor. Acceptance into the B.F.A. in Theatre Technology program is by interview/portfolio review.requirements (49 credits) Td 100 Introduction to Technical Theatre 3 Td 105 Theatre and Dance Production I Td 110 Introduction to Acting 3 Art 111 Foundation Course in Drawing I 3 Td 113 Theatre and Dance Performance I 1 Td 155 Introduction to Theatre Studies 3 Td 204 Theatrical Costume Techniques 3 Td 207 Lighting for the Stage 3 Td 212 Tai-Chi for Theatre (2 consecutive Td 301 Drafting for the Stage 3 Td 305 Theatre and Dance Production II Td 313 Theatre and Dance Performance II 1 Td 388 Directing for the Theatre I 3 Td 453 Dramatic Literature and History I 3 Td 454 Dramatic Literature and History II 3 one of the following (3 credits) Td 308 Scenic Design for the Stage 3 one of the following (3 credits) Td 404 Theatrical Costume Design 3 Td 407 Advanced Lighting Design for the Stage 3 Td 408 Advanced Scenic Design for the Stage 3 one of the following (3 credits) Art 110 Foundation Course in Design 3 Art 211 Foundation Course in Drawing II 3 Mus 224 Introduction to Music Technology 3 one of the following (3 credits) Td 303 Organization of Dance Production 3 Td 308 Scenic Design for the Stage 3 Art 334 Rendering for Graphic Design 3 Td 389 Directing for the Theatre II 3 Td 404 Theatrical Costume Design 3 Td 407 Advanced Lighting Design for the Stage 3 Td 408 Advanced Scenic Design for the Stage 3 Td 409 Special Studies in Theatre Technology 3 Td 489 Theatre Directing Workshop 3 total credits 61 Emphasis in Theatre PerformanceThe B.F.A. in performance gives the student a strong training program for a professional career in acting. The program is divided into two concentrations: acting for the stage and acting for the camera. The acting for the stage program allows students to explore performance as an outlet for acquired technique. The acting for the camera program allows students to explore recognized acting techniques, technical apparatus that influence the craft, and on-camera training. Students are provided sufficient opportunity to demonstrate their talent in campus stage, film, and television productions, and are encouraged to pursue professional internships.Students will be admitted to the B.F.A. program, emphasis in Theatre Performance, upon entrance to Td 419 (Text Analysis and Scence Study). Admittance to Td 419 is by audition only. A student may audition for Td 419 as the culminating experience of a Td 319 (Building a Character) class or through an arrangement with the director of the Acting Performance program. requirements (41 credits) Td 100 Introduction to Technical Theatre 3 Td 105 Theatre and Dance Production I H Td 113 Theatre and Dance Performance I Td 119 Introduction to Voice and Movement 3 Td 155 Introduction to Theatre Studies 3 Td 305 Theatre and Dance Production I H Td 311 Rehearsal and Performance 3 Td 312 Movement for the Performer 3 Td 313 Theatre and Dance Performance II 1 Td 314 Voice Production and Technique 3 Td 318 Acting for the Camera I 3 Td 419 Text Analysis and Scene Study 3 choose one of the following concentrations (18 credits) Acting for the Stage, Acting for the Camera. Students can receive copies of the specific course requirements in these concentrations from their Theatre and Dance academic advisor or from the Department of Theatre and Dance office. total credits 59All performance students must take four dance courses to satisfy the physical activity requirement. Transfer students must take whatever physical education, if any, they need in dance courses. Minor in Theatre Performance (23 credits)Td 105 Theatre and Dance Production I HTd 113 Theatre and Dance Performance I 1 Td 119 Introduction to Voice and Movement 3 Td 150 Introduction to the Theatre 3 Td 305 Theatre and Dance Production I H Td 453 Dramatic Literature and History I 3 Td 454 Dramatic Literature and History II 3 Minor in Theatre Technology (26 credits)Td 100 Introduction to Technical Theatre 3Td 105 Theatre and Dance Production I Td 113 Theatre and Dance Performance I 1 Td 150 Introduction to the Theatre 3 Td 204 Theatrical Costume Techniques 3 Td 207 Lighting for the Stage 3 Td 453 Dramatic Literature and History I 3 Td 454 Dramatic Literature and History II 3 Minor in Dance Performance (19 credits)requirements (13 credits)Td 110 Introduction to Acting 3 Td 351 Dance History I: Origins to 1700s 3 Td 352 Dance History II: 1700s to Present 3 Td 420 Special Studies in Dance Technique 1 three credits from the following (3 credits) Td 237 Conditioning for Dance: Pilates® H one of the following (3 credits) Td 303 Organization of Dance Production 3 Td 452 Dance Teaching Methods 3 Minor in Teaching Dance (23 credits)With a degree in a single subject area, completion of the following courses will authorize graduates to teach dance in a middle or high school setting.requirements (21 credits) Td 303 Organization of Dance Production 3 Kines 407 Secondary School Observation and Teaching 3 Td 452 Dance Teaching Methods 3 Td 458 Kinesiology for Dancers 4 two credits from the following (2 credits) Teaching secondary school in theatre is possible by completing the English and comparative literature emphasis in teaching preparation: theatre breadth and perspective. |
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