Performance Arts

COMT101
Introduction to Theatre

Students in this course read, watch, discuss, and analyze plays. Plays represent historic high points of theater. Students examine aesthetic concerns of audience, playwright, performers, director, and designers.
Prerequisite: None    Corequisite:None
3 credits

COMT103
Introduction to Acting (formerly COMT110)

Students will experience a non-threatening introduction to basic acting techniques through improvisation, theater games in pairs and groups, and beginning scenes. Exploration of interpersonal relationships and non-verbal body language are stressed.
Prerequisite: None    Corequisite:None
3 credits

COMT106
Introduction to Improvisational Performance

This course will develop the student�s performance skills in creating improvised theater. Emphasis is placed on developing ensemble compatibility, collaborative and creative skills, spontaneity, initiative, risk-taking, the creation of character and environment, as well as a full understanding of both character-driven comedy and drama.
Prerequisite: None    Corequisite:None
3 credits

COMT140
Children's Theatre

This course examines the dramatic structure, audience needs, directing, and acting techniques that are employed in the production of theater for children. Practical and creative applications of scene design, costumes, make-up, and lighting are among the topics studied in the preparation of the final production.
Prerequisite: None    Corequisite:None
3 credits

COMT150
Theatre Production

Students gain practical experience in technical or administrative aspects of theater through participation in the department’s major theatrical production during the semester.
Prerequisite: None    Corequisite:None
3 credits

COMT151
Theatre Production II

Practical experience in technical or administrative aspects of theatre is gained through participation in the department’s major theatrical production during the semester.
Prerequisite: None    Corequisite:None
1 credits

COMT152
Theatre Production III

Practical experience in technical or administrative aspects of theatre is gained through participation in the department’s major theatrical production during the semester.
Prerequisite: None    Corequisite:None
1 credits

COMT160
Play Production I (formerly COMT162)

Students in this course develop a critical appreciation of dramatic literature. As a performer or in a primary design/management position, the students are required to complete contractual duties, and develop an understanding of their personal contribution to the success of a live public performance.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits

COMT162
Play Production I

The purpose of this course is to develop the student’s critical appreciation of dramatic literature. As a performer or in a primary design/management position, the student is required to complete contractual duties and develop an understanding of their personal contribution to the success of a live public performance.
Prerequisite: None    Corequisite:None
3 credits

COMT163
Play Production II

The purpose of this course is to further develop the student’s critical appreciation of dramatic literature. As a performer or in a primary design/management position, the student is required to complete contractual duties and develop an understanding of their personal contribution to the success of a live public performance.
Prerequisite: By interview/audition only     Corequisite:None
3 credits

COMT203
Acting II (formerly COMT111)

Students will continue to train in expressing emotional believability, character analysis, motivated blocking, conflict resolution, and related activities, through dramatic action in both written and improvised scenes and/ or monologues.
Prerequisite: COMT103    Corequisite:COMT103
3 credits

COMT206
Improvisational Performance II

This course further develops students' performance, design, and organizational skills acquired in Introduction to Improvisational Production. Emphasis is on developing ensemble compatibility, collaborative and creative skills, and creation of character and environment. Students attain an understanding of creating and organizing an ensemble pertaining to casting, designing, and performing a show.
Prerequisite: COMT106 (C or better)    Corequisite:None
3 credits

COMT209
Acting for the Camera

This course provides the actor with an understanding of the special nature of performing before a camera. Students are given the opportunity to learn and practice skills and techniques necessary to compete in the film/video industry.
Prerequisite: COMT103 (C or better)    Corequisite:None
3 credits

COMT210
Acting III

Students begin to do scene study work. They analyze modern realistic plays and develop multi-leveled characterizations. The work is focused around the preparation and presentation of several scene projects.
Prerequisite: COMT203 (C or better) or permission of the Department of the Arts    Corequisite:None
3 credits

COMT211
Acting IV

Acting IV is a course in period acting styles. Students study stage conventions, movement style, and vocal technique for each period. They prepare scenes from Greek, Commedia Dell \'Arte, Elizabethan, Restoration, and Early Modern periods.
Prerequisite: COMT210 (C or better) or permission of the Department of the Arts    Corequisite:None
3 credits

COMT250
Theater Production II (formerly COMT151)

This course, which is a continuation of Introduction to Theater Production, provides practical experience in technical and/or administrative aspects of theater as gained through participation in the department’s major theatrical production during the semester.
Prerequisite: COMT150 (C or better), Spring Course only
3 credits

COMT260
Play Production II (formerly COMT163)

This course, a continuation of Play Production I, further develops the student’s critical appreciation of dramatic literature. As a performer or in a primary design/management position, the student is required to complete contractual duties and develop an understanding of their personal contribution to the success of a live public performance.
Prerequisite: COMT 160 (C or better)
3 credits