5/13/2024 11:28:04 PM	THAR 17 Course Outline as of Fall 2004	Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  THAR 17	Title:  MUSICAL THTR TECHNIQUES
Full Title:  Musical Theatre Techniques
Last Reviewed:5/8/2023

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	3.00	Lecture Scheduled	2.00		17.5 max.	Lecture Scheduled	35.00
Minimum	3.00	Lab Scheduled	3.00		17 min.	Lab Scheduled	52.50
		Contact DHR	0			Contact DHR	0
		Contact Total	5.00			Contact Total	87.50
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  70.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  39 - Total 2 Times
Also Listed As: 
Formerly:  THAR 65

Catalog Description:

Introduction to musical theatre performance, styles and history through the study and practice of musical scenes from the Broadway stage. Emphasis is placed on the application of vocal techniques, dance movement and characterization to create a convincing performance.  Audition skills as they relate to musical theatre will be included. The course culminates in a class performance.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:
THAR 10A and/or MUS 1 and/or DANCE 10

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

Introduction to musical theatre through the study and practice of musical scenes from the Broadway stage. Application of vocal techniques, dance movement and characterization to prepare material for performance or audition. Culminates in a class performance.

(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:THAR 10A and/or MUS 1 and/or DANCE 10
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:39 - Total 2 Times

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:		Inactive:
Area:
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
CSU Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 2003	Inactive:
UC Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 2003	Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Not Certificate/Major Applicable

COURSE CONTENT

Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

By the conclusion of the course the student will be able to:

1.  Perform ensemble musical scenes from selected Broadway musicals

   including acting, choral singing and dancing.

2.  Stage and perform a solo or duet musical theatre scene with emphasis

   on vocal performance, characterization, blocking and/or choreography.

3.  Apply basic dance vocabulary derived from ballet, modern dance and

   jazz dance.

4.  Analyze and create character in a musical theatre context.

5.  Demonstrate an understanding of the historical context of selected

   musicals.

6.  Identify essential elements associated with chosen musicals such

   as artistic styles, genres and key figures (playwrights, composers,

   choreographers and well-known actors who performed lead roles.)

7.  Recognize and identify terms associated with musical theatre

   productions.

Topics and Scope

I.   Acting skills utilized in musical theatre

    A.  Creation of character in a musical theatre context

    B.  Dialogue within musical scenes

    C.  Stage movement

    D.  Using the body as an expressive instrument

    E.  Stage terminology associated with musical theatre productions

II.  Music/Vocal skills utilized in musical theatre

    A.  Vocal warm-ups

    B.  Study and memorization of the musical score and lyrics for

        selected scenes

    C.  Solo, duo and choral singing

    D.  Performance methods

        1.  Vocal presentation

        2.  Blocking

        3.  Interaction with other performers

    E.  Auditioning skills relevant to vocal performance

    F.  Music terminology associated with musical theatre productions

III. Dance skills utilized in musical theatre

    A.  Study of dance techniques and movement vocabulary (derived from

        ballet, modern dance and jazz dance) to enhance ability to

        successfully audition and meet the demands of choreographers

    B.  Practice in the processes of learning and executing choreography

    C.  Study of choreographic style as it relates to specific musicals

        (for example styles of Bob Fosse, Jerome Robbins, Agnes de Mille)

    D.  Staging and rehearsal of musical scenes

    E.  Performance/audition methods

        1.  Projection

        2.  Energy

        3.  Movement quality

    F.  Dance terminology associated with musical theatre productions

IV.  Historical backdrop of selected musicals

    A.  Biographical information on key figures such as playwrights

        composers, choreographers, well-known actors in leading roles

    B.  Sociological and cultural influences on script, music and

        choreography

    C.  Artistic influences, styles and genres (e.g. rock opera)

    D.  Historical context of script, plot and character

Assignments:

1.  Practice general vocal techniques.

2.  Practice dance steps and techniques.

3.  Memorize and rehearse assigned parts in songs, including lyrics.

4.  Memorize and rehearse assigned lines.

5.  Memorize and rehearse assigned choreography.

6.  Select, prepare and perform a solo or duet musical theatre scene.

7.  Perform assigned roles for selected ensemble scenes in a conscientious

   and dedicated manner.

8.  Write brief character analyses on each character portrayed.

9.  Review a live or videotaped musical (2 page critique).

10. Study for and take an exam or quizzes on musical theatre terminology

   and the historical context and facts relevant to selected plays.

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 10 - 20%
Written homework
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 40 - 70%
Class performances, Performance exams
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 10 - 20%
Multiple choice, True/false, Matching items, Completion
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 10 - 30%
ATTENDANCE, PROMPTNESS, PREPARATION, AND ATTITUDE.

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Instructor prepared materials

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