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Dramatic Arts/Fundamentals I (52.021)
Serves as prerequisite for other theater/drama courses. Develops and applies performance skills through basic vocal, physical and emotional exercises; includes improvisation and scene study and related technical art forms

Dram Art/Acting I (52.061)
Introduces advanced acting process. Stresses developing imagination, observation, concentration powers and self-discipline. Includes developing physical and vocal control while transmitting emotions, convictions and ideas; enhances self-confidence and selfawareness. Focuses on scene study.

Dramatic Arts/Acting II (DRAAII) (52.062)
Enhances level-one skills with emphasis on classical and historical scene study.

Dr Art/Adv Drama I (52.051)
Introduces acting and theater as disciplined art forms; covers methods to observe and understand human behavior and to use those observations to create a character. Includes basic techniques of stage movement and use of physical expression for communication.
Enhances vocal techniques and specific patterns for better verbal communication.

Dramatic Arts/History and Literature I (52.081)
Introduces the historical development of theater and the literature of each historical period; focuses on architecture, significant people and events.

Dramatic Arts/Musical Theater I (52.031)
Introduces the style and characteristic elements of modern musical theater. Covers production staging, orchestration, voice and dance;offers an opportunity for team teaching through interdisciplinary collaboration with the chorus, band, art, technology, physical education and dance instructors. Offers opportunity for performance.

Dr Art/Tech Th I (52.041)
Introduces technical considerations of play production; covers properties, lighting and settings, program, box office, marketing, management, make-up and costumes.

Dramatic Arts/Technical Theater II (52.042)
Enhances level-one skills and introduces aspects of drafting, creation of lighting, sound, properties, costumes and make-up design.Offers opportunities to apply skills in these areas.

Dramatic Arts/Technical Theater III (52.043)
Enhances level-two skills in drafting and set design and includes in-depth exploration of light operation, sound operation, stage management, costume construction, set development, make-up and production staff.

Dramatic Arts/Technical Theater IV (52.044)
Enhances level-three skills and offers opportunities to solve problems in supervising and managing all aspects of production. Explores technical directing and directing responsibilities. Offers opportunities to apply skills in these areas.