Related Theatre Courses

1. Speech Communication (Fall 2006)

This course is designed to aid the student in developing the fundamental tools necessary
to become an effective communicator. Emphasis will be placed on the process of speech
preparation and precise delivery.
2. Oral Interpretation (Spring 2007 and 2008, Fall 2008)
This course introduces the student to the use of oral reading as a skill that can be used to
minister to an audience. Training is given in the selection, analysis, as well as the vocal
and physical techniques needed for effective presentation of meaningful pieces.
3. Drama Practicum (Spring 2007)
This course provides practical experience to BBC drama productions, including
opportunities for experiences as assistant director, public relations manager, stage
manager, light and/or sound technician, costume, make-up, and/or prop
master/mistress.
4. Studies in Dramatic Literature (Spring 2007)
This course traces the development of dramatic literature from the classical Greek period
through contemporary times. This reading intensive course requires discussion, writing,
or project work.
5. Introduction to Group Communication (Fall 2007)
This course will help the student develop an understanding of the principles behind team
formation, cohesion, interaction, dynamics, and closure. Theory will be applied to
practical application to professional life.
6. Introduction to Mass Communication (Spring 2008)
This course provides a foundation for understanding the mass media by examining the
dorm, content, influence, and problems of books, periodicals, newspapers, music, film,
radio, television, and the Internet.
7. Introduction to Theatre (Spring 2008)
This course is designed to give the student an introductory view of drama/theatre with
the purpose of creating greater understanding and appreciation for this genre and art
form. Basic methods of acting, directing, and technical theatre will be introduced.
Opportunities for practical application are available.
8. Drama for Worship (Fall 2008)
This course will enable students to explore ways of finding and adapting quality sketches
and developing the use of movement and improvisation to create original pieces that can
enhance worship and be used as tools for evangelism.
9. Internship/Senior Project Seminar (Fall 2008)
This course presents internship and placement requirements for drama majors, principles
of professional and ethical conduct, tools for developing job acquisition skills, and ideas
for possible senior project.
10. Directing for Theatre (Spring 2009)
This course will explore the process of directing plays as well as developing tools for
working with actors, designers, and technicians. It will cover rehearsal techniques,
promotion and public relations, and bringing the play to its final performance.
11. Senior Project (Fall 2009)
This course is designed as a final project for completion of the Communications-Drama
degree program. Students must work closely with a professor in the process of designing
and performing a project.
12. Foundations of Literary Criticism (Fall 2009)
This course in literary criticism deals with the philosophy, systems, and patterns by
which literature is studied. The focus of the course is to understand how to work with
literary texts within its literal, grammatical, and cultural/historical contexts in order to
determine authorial intent. Works that lay the foundation of literary criticism will be
examined, and several stellar literary texts will be evaluated.
13. Communication Internship (Christmas 2009)
This course is designed as a final project for completion of the Communications-Drama
degree program. Students have to complete an internship arranged with an on- or off-
campus venue.
14. Introduction to Acting (Spring 2010)
This course offers an introduction to the art of acting, including physical and vocal
conditioning, character analysis, performance preparation, rehearsal behavior, and an
introductory study of selecting acting methods and styles.