THE 151 - Stagecraft

Offered FL, WI
Lecture- 2 Lab- 2
3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Introduction to the theory and practice of play production including scenery, lighting, costuming and make‐up.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Stagecraft encompasses those arts of the theater that support and enhance the work of the actors onstage. Instructors for this class take a hands-on approach to teaching stage carpentry, painting, props construction, lighting and sound. Be prepared to get your hands dirty! Much of the set and prop work done in class will later appear onstage. Students will have the opportunity to “take on the role” of set builder, lighting technician, or stagehand for one of the college’s theater productions. Emphasis is placed on team building skills as well as developing technical expertise. After completing the class, students will have a more thorough understanding of theater production and will be familiar with many of the “tricks of the trade” necessary to produce a play.
This course is intended to provide students with the opportunity to develop skills through:

Participation in a production.
“Hands on” experience in set and prop construction, stage lighting, sound and costuming.
Discussion of the production and design process.

Goals for the course:

Students who successfully complete this course will understand and be able to apply the following concepts and techniques:

Scenery construction including flats, platforms and drops
A working knowledge of the tools used in scenic construction and lighting
Basic knowledge of theater properties
Types of lighting equipment and their uses
Ability to hang and focus lighting instruments
Basic concepts in lighting design
Sound and light board operation
Basic knowledge of costume periods