Description:

Students gain practical experience in technical theater in this course. The student completes the course objectives by working on the theatre department's productions and/or working in the scene/costume shop during the semester. 4 hrs.lab/wk.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): NONE

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Participate in the staging and/or costuming techniques required for theatrical productions.
2. Identify the basic parts and functions of the theatrical facility.
3. Use basic tools and equipment related to theatre.
4. Exercise selected procedures related to running a theatrical performance.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Participation in Theatre Department Productions
   A. Work as a member of the artistic production team in one of the
following capacities: stage manager, scene designer, lighting designer,
costume designer, sound designer, assistant to the director.
      and/or
   B. Work as a member of the running crew on a dept. production.
Positions include but are not limited to: stagehand, followspot operator,
light board operator, sound board operator, assistant stage manager,
wardrobe crew, dresser, etc.
      and/or
   C. Pre-performance work in the theaters, scenery or costume shops
constructing and assembling the productions.  This work involves: hands-on
use of carpentry and construction tools, sewing machines,  stage equipment
and painting/decorating implements.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

•  Attendance at required rehearsals and performances.
•  Completion of assigned tasks.
•  Professionalism, as exhibited by punctuality, cooperation with
instructors and other students, and care of equipment and materials.
•  Completion of required hours.

Grading Scale:
   82 hours or more  =  A
   70 - 82 hours     =  B
   58 - 70 hours     =  C
   36 - 58 hours     =  D
   36 hours or below =  F

Caveats: NONE

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.