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CATALOG INFORMATION
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Discipline and Nbr:
THAR 25 | Title:
PRODUCTION LAB GENERAL |
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Full Title:
Production Lab: General |
Last Reviewed:4/23/2018 |
Units | Course Hours per Week | | Nbr of Weeks | Course Hours Total |
Maximum | 3.00 | Lecture Scheduled | 0 | 17.5 max. | Lecture Scheduled | 0 |
Minimum | 1.00 | Lab Scheduled | 0 | 8 min. | Lab Scheduled | 0 |
| Contact DHR | 9.00 | | Contact DHR | 157.50 |
| Contact Total | 9.00 | | Contact Total | 157.50 |
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| Non-contact DHR | 0 | | Non-contact DHR Total | 0 |
| Total Out of Class Hours: 0.00 | Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50 | |
Title 5 Category:
AA Degree Applicable
Grading:
Grade Only
Repeatability:
34 - 4 Enrollments Total
Also Listed As:
Formerly:
Catalog Description:
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Practical experience in multiple theatrical production positions for public performances. Students in this course will work in two or more areas as a member of the construction crew, technical crews and/or house staff for one or more Theatre Arts productions during the semester.
Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Recommended Preparation:
Course Completion of THAR 2 ( or THAR 301 or THAR 2)
Limits on Enrollment:
Schedule of Classes Information
Description:
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Practical experience in multiple theatrical production positions for public performances. Students in this course will work in two or more areas as a member of the construction crew, technical crews and/or house staff for one or more Theatre Arts productions during the semester.
(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Course Completion of THAR 2 ( or THAR 301 or THAR 2)
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:34 - 4 Enrollments Total
ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
Associate Degree: | Effective: | | Inactive: | |
Area: | | |
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CSU GE: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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IGETC: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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CSU Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Fall 1981 | Inactive: | |
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UC Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Fall 1981 | Inactive: | |
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C-ID: |
CID Descriptor: THTR 192 | Technical Theatre in Production | SRJC Equivalent Course(s): THAR25 OR THAR25.1 OR THAR25.2 OR THAR25.3 OR THAR25.4 OR THAR25.5 |
Certificate/Major Applicable:
Certificate Applicable Course
COURSE CONTENT
Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the professional responsibilities of a technician and/or
house staff member associated with the preparation and performance
of a theatrical production before a paying public audience.
2. Prioritize tasks in an environment with multiple and competing
demands.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the production process, from script to
performance, and utilize basic theatre terminology within the process.
4. Recognize and exhibit the discipline of backstage protocol.
5. Adhere to the communication hierarchy of the theatre structure.
6. Support the work of the rest of a production ensemble, working
cooperatively within a team structure.
7. Interpret and fulfill instructions accurately, working calmly under
pressure.
8. Quickly assess situations and adapt accordingly within production and
performance environments.
Students repeating the course will be preparing and performing technical
and/or house staff responsibilities in conjunction with entirely different
theatrical productions. Repeating students will be:
- Working with different directorial and managerial styles, as well as
production processes.
- Participating in the interpretation of different theatrical works,
supporting different artistic visions and developing versatility in
each area of focus.
- Gaining greater proficiency in their chosen areas, improving
technical or house staff skills while contributing to productions
for diverse audiences.
Topics and Scope
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Students in this course will be assigned to two or more technical/front of
house areas.
GENERAL TOPICS - The following topics will be covered for all positions:
I. Working With the Production Ensemble
A. Director
B. Technical director
C. Stage management
D. Designers
E. Technicians
F. Actors
G. Front of house
F. Business and administration
II. Theatre Professionalism, Communication, and Procedures
A. Theatre etiquette and protocol
B. Basic theatre terminology
C. Locations of facilities and resources
D. Theatrical hierarchy
E. Production framework
1. Schedule
2. Types of rehearsals
F. Managing time, health, and personal responsibilities
G. General safety and emergency procedures
III. About the Productions(s)
A. The script's historical context and style
B. Director's concept
C. Design interpretations
D. Technical responsibilities
IV. Working During a Performance Situation
A. Production attire
B. Production safety
C. Working calmly under stress
D. Handling others' nerves
E. Prioritizing and adapting
F. Staying focused and alert
G. Handling the unexpected
POSITION-SPECIFIC TOPICS: Students will be assigned two or more of the
following positions:
Stage crew (scenery, fly system, special effects, etc.)
Properties crew
Lighting crew - board operator
Lighting crew - deck electrician
Lighting crew - spot light operator
Lighting crew - hang and focus
Sound crew - board operator
Sound crew - microphone technician
Construction crew - sets
Construction crew - properties
Construction crew - costumes
Construction crew - makeup (wigs, prosthetics, etc.)
Construction crew - special (masks, puppets, etc.)
Makeup crew
Costume crew
House staff - usher
House staff - concessions
House staff - box office
House staff - publicity
House staff - special events
I. Learning the Position Responsibilities
II. Position-Specific Terminology and Interpreting Instructions
III. Position-Specific Safety and Emergency Procedures
IV. Position-Specific Tools and Resources
SPECIALIZED TOPICS - Depending on the nature and production demands of the
particular play(s) to which the student is assigned, one or more of the
following additional topics may be studied:
I. Handling Specialty Items Such as Masks or Puppets
II. Flying Actors
III. Computer Graphics, Projections, Video
IV. Pyrotechnics and Special Effects
V. Handling Weaponry and Stage Gun Safety
VI. Moving in Character/Working in a Costume
Assignments:
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1. Complete all responsibilities for two or more technical/front of house
positions for one to three productions during the semester.
2. Attend all scheduled shop hours, load-ins, rehearsals, strikes, and/or
performances to which the student is called:
a. Attend the introductory THAR 25 Series meeting (held the second
Tuesday of each semester).
b. Attend full company presentations prior to each production's Tech
Week (for all students in THAR 25/THAR 11 Series assigned to show).
c. Become familiar with each production by watching a final
run-through, prior to the formal start of position
responsibilities.
d. 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.)
e. Respond promptly and dependably to all calls.
3. 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 in the preparation of the position
and maintain that direction in performance.
c. Perform assigned position in a conscientious and dedicated manner.
d. Follow the terms of the Technician/House Staff's Contract and
course syllabus.
e. Maintain good health and safety practices throughout the
construction, rehearsal and performance process.
4. Provide and wear required attire for construction, rehearsals and
performances. House staff wear black dress slacks or skirts, and white
shirts. Construction members wear appropriate safety attire. All
production crews normally wear all-black clothing. When stage crew
are costumed, costumes are supplied and fitting appointments will be
scheduled.
5. Read the script for each assigned production.
Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing 0 - 0% |
None | |
This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course. |
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Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving 0 - 0% |
None | |
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations 60 - 80% |
Class performances | |
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams 0 - 0% |
None | |
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category 20 - 40% |
Professionalism | |
Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Script(s) for selected productions.
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