THEA 1810 - Stage Management

This is a foundation course in the principles, practices, and applications of Stage Management in both educational and professional theatre. Basic and advanced techniques of the stage manager are presented, including the prompt book, production book, audition, rehearsal, performance, and post-production procedures. In addition, stage management forms and formats will be studied to strengthen communication and organizational skills. The course will include production management projects involving the creation of an eight-play repertory season, a production schedule, a production master calendar, a production budget broken into a chart of accounts, a production staff breakdown wherein the student suggests the staff necessary to create the season, and a production salary budget.

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Acting.

Notes: May be repeated for credit.
When Offered: Every year.