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At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
1. Demonstrate the professional responsibilities of a construction technician associated with the preparation of a theatrical production which will perform before a paying public audience.
2. Prioritize tasks in an environment with multiple and competing demands.
3. Explain the production process, from script to performance, and utilize basic theatre terminology within the process.
4. Exhibit the discipline of shop and backstage protocol.
5. Adhere to the communication hierarchy of the theatre structure.
6. Interpret and fulfill instructions accurately, working calmly under pressure.
7. Quickly assess situations and adapt accordingly within a production construction environment.
Students repeating the course will be preparing and performing construction crew responsibilities in conjunction with entirely different theatrical productions.
1. Work with different directorial and managerial styles, as well as production processes.
2. Participate in the interpretation of different theatrical works, supporting different artistic visions and developing versatility in the area of construction.
3. Gain greater proficiency as a construction crew member, improving technical and organizational skills while contributing to productions for diverse audiences.
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I. Course Topics
A. Introduction to the Production(s)
B. Differentiating responsibilities of production positions
1. Lighting crew- Hang and Focus
2. Construction Crew
a. Sets
b. Properties
c. Costumes
d. Makeup (wigs, prosthetics, etc.)
e. Special (masks, puppets, projections, etc.)
B. Co-requisite production requirements
II. Orientation Topics (same as other THAR 25 sections)
A. Working with the production ensemble
1. Director
2. Technical director
3. Stage management
4. Designers
5. Technicians
6. Actors
7. Front of house
8. Business and administration
B. Theatre professionalism, communication, and procedures
1. Theatre etiquette and protocol
2. Basic theatre terminology
3. Locations of facilities and resources
4. Theatrical hierarchy
5. Rehearsal types and schedule
6. Managing time, health, and personal responsibilities
7. General safety and emergency procedures
C. About the productions
1. Comprehending the script's historical context and style
2. Director's concept
3. Design interpretations
4. Technical responsibilities
D. Working in performance
1. Production attire
2. Production safety
3. Working calmly under stress
4. Handling other's nerves
5. Prioritizing and adapting
6. Staying focused and alert
7. Handling the unexpected
II. Position Specific Topics
A. Set construction
1. Working with the Technical Director and shop assistants
2. Working with the Set Designer
3. Construction safety and emergency procedures
B. Properties construction
1. Working with the Technical Director and shop assistants
2. Working with the Properties Designer and/or coordinator
3. Properties construction safety and emergency procedures
C. Lighting hang and focus
1. Working with the Lighting Designer and/or Master Electrician
2. Hang and focus safety and emergency procedures
D. Costume construction
1. Working with the Costume Studio supervisor and shop assistants
2. Working with the Costume Designer
3. Costume construction safety and emergency procedures
E. Makeup/wig construction
1. Working with the Makeup Designer
2. Makeup/wig construction safety and emergency procedures
F. Special craft/effects construction (masks, puppets, projections, etc.)
1. Working with area designer/supervisor
2. Safety and emergency procedures specific to construction assignment
G. Interpreting instructions
H. Dividing responsibilities
I. Identification and handling of basic tools and equipment
J. Maintenance and cleaning of work area
II. Construction During Production
A. Position-specific attire
B. Working calmly under stress
C. Handling others' nerves
D. Prioritizing and adapting
E. Using position-specific terminology
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1. Complete production assignments for 1-3 productions during the semester
2. Promptly attend all scheduled shop hours, load-ins, rehearsals, strikes, and/or performances to which the student is called including the welcome meeting, design presentation, dress rehearsal, and scheduled production dates. Student must communicate all potential schedule conflicts prior to finalizing assignments with instructor. (Conflicts submitted late may be turned down by the instructor or may result in removal from the production/class).
3. Participate actively in all assigned activities and adhere to the standards of professionalism:
a. Maintain an amiable and supportive attitude when interacting with other members of the production ensemble.
b. Respectfully follow instructions for each construction assignment.
c. Follow the terms of the Technician's/Crew Contract and course syllabus.
d. Maintain good health and safety practices throughout the construction, rehearsal and performance process.
4. Provide and wear required safety attire for construction and all-black attire for rehearsals and performances.
5. Script comprehension assignments
6. Complete work hour logs accurately and submit them in a timely manner.
Repeating students will demonstrate increased depth and breadth in completion of assignments.
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Script(s) for selected productions.
Instructor prepared materials.