Departments & Programs

Theatre, Drama and Contemporary Dance

Course Descriptions
  • THTR-T 100 Introduction to Theatre (3 cr.) CASE A&H Exploration of theatre as collaborative art. Investigation of the dynamics and creativity of theatre production through plays, theatrical space, and cultural context, with particular attention to the roles and interaction of the audience, playwrights, directors, actors, designers, producers, and critics.
  • THTR-T 101 Script Analysis for the Theatre (3 cr.) CASE A&H Close analysis and study of both traditional and nontraditional play texts in terms of structure, genre, style, character, themes, language, dramatic action, and dramatic event. Plays are examined from the point of view of the actor, director, designer, producer, critic, scholar, and audience. Required of all theatre majors; should be taken in the freshman year.
  • THTR-T 108 Great Performances in Film (3 cr.) CASE A&H In-depth examination of a single actor's performances in films spanning the course of his/her career. Includes methods of character creation as well as the history and theory of acting and performance.
  • THTR-T 120 Acting I: Fundamentals of Acting (3 cr.) CASE A&H Introduction to theories and methodology through sensory awareness, physical and vocal exercises, improvisations, and scene study. Credit given for only one of T120 or T121.
  • THTR-T 121 Acting I for Majors: Introduction to Acting (3 cr.) CASE A&H P: Major in theatre and drama or departmental approval. An accelerated-level course. Supplementary theories and methodology to expand the introduction to sensory awareness, physical and vocal exercises, improvisation, and scene study. Credit given for only one of T120 or T121.
  • THTR-T 125 Introduction to Theatrical Production (3 cr.) Introduction to the methods, practices, and materials used in theatrical design and production. Focuses on stagecraft and theatrical design with introductions to lighting and costuming and an emphasis on scenic design.
  • THTR-T 130 Stage Makeup Design (1 cr.) Introduction to basic theories and skills in stage makeup. Survey covers corrective, period, basic prosthetics, and other effects used in performance.
  • THTR-T 202 Musical Theatre Dance Technique (2 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. Blending ballet and jazz technique to strengthen musical theatre dance performance, the course will focus on specific problems that occur in musical theatre dance, including breathing for singing and dancing, character revelation, dramatic action in dancing, ensemble dancing, and selected styles. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credit hours.
  • THTR-T 203 IU Broadway Cabaret (0-1 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. Touring performance ensemble dedicated to the American Songbook and musical theatre literature. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours.
  • THTR-T 220 Acting II: Scene Study (3 cr.) P: T120 or T121; recommendation of T120 or T121 instructor or audition. P or C: T101. Techniques for expressing physical, intellectual, and emotional objectives. Study, creation, and performance from varied dramas.
  • THTR-T 229 Stage Management I (3 cr.) P: T100, T101, and T125. Explores the role and function of the stage manager in theatrical production. Provides the basic skills to begin work in the field of stage management. Emphasis on organization, documentation, and dissemination of information.
  • THTR-T 254 Introduction to Playwriting (3 cr.) CASE A&H P: T101 or permission of instructor. Introduction to the creative process and the fundamentals of playwriting, including structure, character creation, dialogue, conflict, dramatic action, and setting. Requires in-class exercises and the writing of several short plays. Credit given for only one of T254 or T453.
  • THTR-T 278 Applied Theatre (3 cr.) CASE S&H Explores how aspects of drama, theatre, and performance practice and theory may be used within multiple aspects of society from the physical and mental health industry to business, science, and education.
  • THTR-T 291 Design and Technology Projects in Theatre and Drama (1-3 cr.) P: Approval of instructor. Creation and development of individual student-related projects in design and technology culminating in a portfolio presentation. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
  • THTR-T 300 Musical Theatre Workshop (3 cr.) P: Audition and permission of instructor; T101, T120 or T121, and T220. Focus on synthesizing acting, singing, and dancing into one performance technique. Emphasis will vary according to needs of students. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
  • THTR-T 301 Musical Theatre Dance Styles I (3 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. Dance styles of the 1920s through the 1950s are explored and performed, including the works of choreographers Fred Astaire, Hermes Pan, Agnes DeMille, Jerome Robbins, and Gower Champion. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
  • THTR-T 302 Musical Theatre Dance Styles II (3 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. A continuation of T301. Dance styles of the 1950s to the present are explored and performed, including the works of choreographers Bob Fosse, Michael Bennett, Bob Avian, and Susan Stroman. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
  • THTR-T 304 Advanced Musical Theatre Dance Styles (3 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. Fast-paced instruction in advanced-level musical theater dance. A wide range of musical theater dance styles, advanced jazz, and repertoire from the rich canon of classic musicals as well as new interpretations of classic musical theater choreography are taught.
  • THTR-T 305 Voice for Musical Theatre (2 cr.) P: B.F.A. major or permission of instructor. Private study of vocal performance focusing on the development of the vocal instrument for musical theatre repertoire. May be repeated for a maximum of 16 credit hours.
  • THTR-T 306 Musical Theatre Workshop for non-B.F.A. Students (3 cr.) P: T120 or T121; audition; and consent of instructor. The workshop explores performance techniques for musical theatre focusing on synthesizing acting, singing, and dancing into dramatic action and character revelation. Not open to B.F.A. Musical Theatre majors.
  • THTR-T 307 Theatre Dance (3 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. Designed to enhance classical ballet technique in relation to musical theater dance. Classes include a ballet barre and center floor exercises while focusing on ballet-based musical theater dance vocabularies, including waltz, can-can and tarantella. Instruction on how to use movement to embody character and express narrative.
  • THTR-T 311 Introduction to Movement for the Theatre (3 cr.) P: THTR-T 120 or THTR-T 121. Drawing from multiple movement modalities, this course provides a foundation of physical training designed to make students aware of the world around them, and of their bodies in space. The training will increase student flexibility, strength and stamina through exercises and techniques designed to prepare artists for fully embodied performance.
  • THTR-T 319 Acting III: Advanced Scene Study (3 cr.) P: T101; T220; T325; T311 or T410; T220 instructor recommendation or audition. Emphasis on ensemble acting, and study and performance of Ibsen, Chekhov, Strindberg and contemporary playwrights. Credit given for only one of T319 or T420.
  • THTR-T 323 Costume and Character in London Theatre (3 cr.) P: Approval of the department. Overseas theatre studies in London. Experience theatrical character development through costume design. Survey social influences on costume and dress worn by characters through history including contemporary trends and dress. Field trips to such locations as Bath and Stratford.
  • THTR-T 325 Voice and Speech (3 cr.) P: T120 or T121. R: Sophomore standing. Introduction to voice production. Emphasizes relaxation, breathing, and the production of vocal sounds; deals with vocal habits and cultural holds through exercises and vocal workouts. Introduction to phonetics and practical work with text while freeing the voice and redeveloping a passion for language.
  • THTR-T 326 Introduction to Scenic Design (3 cr.) P: T101 and T125, or permission of instructor. An entry-level studio course introducing the process of scene design, concept development, and the communication and presentation of theatrical ideas.
  • THTR-T 329 Stage Management II (3 cr.) P: T229. An examination of the organizational and logistical aspects of productions of musical events from the perspective of production and stage management. Examining case studies in musical theatre, ballet, modern dance, opera, and concerts, students gain insight into management strategies and develop critical thinking skills.
  • THTR-T 334 Costume Design and Technology I (3 cr.) P: T101. Introduction to the process of theatrical costume design and production. Through practical assignments in design and production, students develop an appreciation of costuming. Encourages students to engage and understand the theatre production process. Students see IU performances to observe and consider the costuming elements and their significance in the production. Credit given for only one of T334 or T230.
  • THTR-T 335 Stage Lighting Design (3 cr.) P: Sophomore standing; T101 and T125; or permission of instructor. Introduction to the process of determining and implementing a lighting design. Analytical skills, concept development, design methods, lighting technology, and practical applications are covered. Lecture and laboratory.
  • THTR-T 340 Directing I: Fundamentals of Directing (3 cr.) P: T101, T120 or T121. R: T125, T230, T335. Introduction to theories, process, and skills (text analysis, working with actors, staging, and telling a story), culminating in a final project.
  • THTR-T 347 Introduction to Sound Design for the Theatre (3 cr.) P: T101 and T125, or permission of instructor. Within the framework of theatrical environments, this course introduces the student to acoustic principles, audio equipment used in theatrical productions, psycho-acoustical considerations, understanding sound signals and how to manipulate them, computer sound mixing systems, and sound design principles.
  • THTR-T 359 Theatre Production Studio (1-3 cr.) P: T101; one of T125, T229, T230, T335; and permission of instructor. Intermediate, hands-on production course that teaches the theatre production process within a specific area focus. Students gain proficiency within a specific theatre production area and are engaged in a managerial role in an academic season production, including the development of production documentation. Students gain skills in communication, organization, and coordination. May be repeated in a specific area once (at a higher managerial level), and in multiple areas for a total of 3 credit hours.
  • THTR-T 370 History of Theatre and Drama I (3 cr.) CASE A&H, CASE GCC Worldwide development of theatre and drama from beginnings to present. Study of theatre arts and culture institutions; focus on historical context for plays and performances; emphasis on research methods in theatre history. I: Beginnings to ca. 1700.
  • THTR-T 371 History of Theatre and Drama II (3 cr.) CASE A&H, CASE GCC Worldwide development of theatre and drama from beginnings to present. Study of theatre arts and culture institutions; focus on historical context for plays and performances; emphasis on research methods in theatre history. II: ca. 1700 to present.
  • THTR-T 378 Foundations for Teaching Theatre and Drama (3 cr.) P: Approval of theatre education specialist. C: EDUC M303. The accumulation of a range of theatre production and teaching experiences through the building of a portfolio of experiences and resource materials.
  • THTR-T 390 Creative Work in Summer Theatre (1-3 cr.) P: Consent of chairperson. Work in summer theatre productions. May be repeated for up to 6 credits.
  • THTR-T 399 Reading, Research, Performance for Honors (1-12 cr.) P: Approval of departmental honors advisor. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
  • THTR-T 401 Musical Theatre Senior Showcase (1 cr.) P: Audition and permission of instructor. Introduction to business and marketing techniques for success in professional theatre. Specific instruction in the audition process culminating in performance for agents and casting directors.
  • THTR-T 404 Stage Combat (3 cr.) P: T311 or T410. Complete basic training in the safety techniques of theatrical violence, based upon the accepted practices of associations such as the Society of American Fight Directors, and utilized in theatres around the country. Emphasis placed on acting the fight, storytelling, and historical styles of combat.
  • THTR-T 409 Introduction to Draping (3 cr.) P: T430 or permission of instructor. Develops basic to intermediate costume draping skills and fabric manipulation to achieve the most desirable results. Promotes effective communication between the costume technician and costume designer. Examines costume sketches, research and photos to enhance the ability to interpret and create accurate and acceptable costumes.
  • THTR-T 410 Movement for the Theatre I (3 cr.) P: T121 or T120. Instruction in the physical actor training pioneered by Tadashi Suzuki, with influences in slow tempo, martial arts, and the Alexander Technique. Designed for holistic performer training and offering an in-depth study of observation and awareness, exploration of self, basic vocal production and resonance, and development of a dynamic stage presence.
  • THTR-T 411 Movement for the Theatre II (3 cr.) P: T410. Advanced instruction in the physical actor training pioneered by Tadashi Suzuki, with influences in slow tempo, martial arts, and the Alexander Technique. Designed for holistic performer training, offering an advanced exploration of physical theatre, augmented by postural analysis and releasing work. Students begin building a bridge between training and performance.
  • THTR-T 417 Rendering I (3 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. An in-depth study into the rendering and communication of design choices for costuming. Special focus on communication of character, spirit and detail of a figure and its costume, and on drawing animated and evocative figures that clearly demonstrate a mastery of character development and expression. Strong introduction into the medium of watercolor.
  • THTR-T 419 Acting IV: Acting Shakespeare (3 cr.) P: T319 or T420; T319 or T420 instructor recommendation or audition. Exploration of precepts of verse in Shakespeare. Emphasis on skills for heightened language, character development, circumstances, and performance. Continued development of the actor as a dramatic instrument. Credit given for only one of T419 or T320.
  • THTR-T 421 Acting V: Acting Style I (3 cr.) P: T419 or T320, recommendation of T419 or T320 instructor, and permission of T421 instructor. Techniques for performing comedy with an emphasis on verbal and other physical skills; introduction to period and style of plays from Aristophanes to Goldoni.
  • THTR-T 422 Acting VI: Acting Style II (3 cr.) P: T419 or T320; recommendation of T421 or T419 or T320 instructor, and permission of T422 instructor. Techniques for performing comedy with an emphasis on verbal and physical skills; introduction to period and style of plays from Sheridan to Coward.
  • THTR-T 425 Introduction to Theatrical Drafting (3 cr.) P: T125 and T326, or written permission of instructor. A studio course consisting of both traditional hand drafting techniques and digital CAD techniques as they are used in theatrical production communication.
  • THTR-T 426 Fundamentals of Scenic Design (3 cr.) P: T326 or consent of instructor. A studio course in the theory, process, and techniques of scenic design for the theatre. Topics include principles, elements, and concepts of design; script analysis; design concept development; creative research and its interpretation; and the communication and presentation of theatrical ideas.
  • THTR-T 428 Production Management (3 cr.) P: T229 or consent of instructor. Examination of the role of production manager in theatrical productions. Emphasis on budgetary and schedule planning and management. Application of human resource management theory also a significant component of the course.
  • THTR-T 430 Costume Technology II (3 cr.) P: T125 and T230, or permission of instructor. Further development of costume construction techniques for interested students who have satisfactorily completed T230. Provides a foundation of sewing, craft, fitting, and patternmaking techniques for use in developing a construction project and performing production assignments.
  • THTR-T 432 Studies in Stage Management (3 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. An examination of the stage management requirement and regulations for non-standard production styles. Each year the topic varies and may include spectacle, theme park, festival, or other large scale entertainment. On site observation and experience is a key portion and requirement of the course. May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 9 credit hours.
  • THTR-T 433 Costume Design II (3 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. Intensive study of costume design in mainstream theatre. Projects in collaborative aesthetics in design and practical application rendering techniques and visual communication. No laboratory/technology component.
  • THTR-T 434 Historic Costumes for the Stage (3 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. Survey of historical costume in western civilization, ancient Mesopotamian cultures through the twentieth century. Taught from sociohistorical perspective and applied to performance theory.
  • THTR-T 435 Electronics for Theatre (3 cr.) P: Consent of instructor. Fundamentals of electricity and electronics as applied to theatre. Investigation of current technology for theatrical performance, including power distribution, control systems, and creative applications for lighting, sound, special effects, and mechanized scenery.
  • THTR-T 437 Scene Painting I (3 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. A studio course introducing techniques and equipment of theatrical scenic painting.
  • THTR-T 438 Advanced Stage Lighting Design (3 cr.) P: T335. Stage lighting design—concept development, presentation, and implementation are emphasized, along with advanced lighting techniques and approaches. A practicum will be assigned.
  • THTR-T 441 Acting for the Camera (3 cr.) P: T101, T319, T325, T410. Audition required. An exploration of the fundamentals of acting for the camera, designed to develop students' on-camera acting skills.
  • THTR-T 442 Directing II: Advanced Directing (3 cr.) P: T340 or permission of instructor. Theory and practice from play selection to performance. Emphasis on rehearsal and performance of varied dramatic material.
  • THTR-T 443 Directing III: Directing Style (3 cr.) P: T442. Emphasis on analysis, interpretation, rehearsal, and presentation of plays from a range of styles and periods.
  • THTR-T 445 Voice and Dialects (3 cr.) P: T325. Investigation of dialects as a distinctive form of pronunciation, language, structure, and vocabulary identified with a geographical area or social class as it applies to the requirements of theatrical clarity and dramatic interpretation. Working with varied texts using points of resonance, vocal focus, and rhythm to unlock the actors’ expressive tools.
  • THTR-T 447 Sound Design I (3 cr.) P: T347 or consent of instructor. Focuses on theatrical design concept development and implementation. Students are exposed to various design challenges and processes for sound design in a range of production styles and approaches.
  • THTR-T 448 Voice in Performance (3 cr.) P: T325 and permission of instructor. A voice class for the performing artist employing the techniques of artists such as Patsy Rodenburg, Cicely Berry, and Kirsten Linklater. Exploration of the life and muscularity of varied texts. Opening the voice to match the music of what one is saying while learning to identify and respect the writer's intentions through voice and language.
  • THTR-T 451 Stage Rigging I (2 cr.) P: T125 or permission of instructor. Survey of structural engineering terminology and methods as applicable to common rigging practice in the theatre and entertainment industry.
  • THTR-T 452 Stage Rigging II (2 cr.) P: T451. Hands-on course designed to familiarize students with the operation and maintenance of typical rigging equipment. Class work includes counterweight system operations, pin-rail operations, rope and knot basics, wire-rope basics, chain hoist basics, and arena-type rigging basics.
  • THTR-T 454 Playwriting Workshop (3 cr.) P: T254 or permission of instructor. Consideration of dramaturgical antecedents and practical and theoretical problems. Creation of a full-length play. Prior playwriting experience helpful, but not required.
  • THTR-T 458 Screenwriting (3 cr.) Structural analyses of cinematic models, culminating in the creation of an original full-length narrative screenplay.
  • THTR-T 461 Development of Dramatic Art II (3 cr.) CASE A&H, CASE GCC Dramatic art in the Western world from beginnings to the present. Study of dramatic genres, plays in productions, and theatrical approaches to plays of the past.  II: Late Renaissance to Modern Drama.
  • THTR-T 462 Development of Dramatic Art III (3 cr.) CASE A&H Dramatic art in the Western world from beginnings to the present. Study of dramatic genres, plays in productions, and theatrical approaches to plays of the past. III: Modern and Contemporary Drama.
  • THTR-T 464 ProTools for Theatre and Music (3 cr.) P: One course from T347, T447, or MUS A100. An introduction to the recording software ProTools for use in theatre sound design and music production.
  • THTR-T 465 Understructures for Historical Garments (3 cr.) P: T430. Study of various understructures of dress from 1500–1900, including materials and techniques of construction. Final project requires the creation of an ensemble of understructures from a specific piece of research.
  • THTR-T 466 Period Patternmaking and Construction (3 cr.) P: T430. Study of various patternmaking techniques and shapes of women's garments from 1500–1920. Final project requires the creation of an ensemble based on specific research.
  • THTR-T 468 Asian Performance (3 cr.) CASE A&H, CASE GCC in-depth study of the major forms and styles of traditional and contemporary theatre, dance, and puppet performances from around Asia (broadly defined).
  • THTR-T 478 Methods and Materials for Teaching High School Theatre and Drama (3 cr.) P: T378. Methods, techniques, content, and materials applicable to the teaching of theatre and drama in secondary, middle, and junior high schools.
  • THTR-T 481 Introduction to Stage Properties (3 cr.) P: T125. Covers the basics of running a properties shop. Students will learn script analysis for props; making lists; communication with stage management, designers, and technical personnel; budget breakdowns; and using local resources for the build/buy/borrow/pull process of properties production.
  • THTR-T 483 Topics in Theatre and Drama (1-3 cr.) Studies in special topics not ordinarily covered in other departmental courses. May be repeated once for credit if topic differs.
  • THTR-T 490 Independent Study in Theatre and Drama (1-6 cr.) P: 12 credit hours in theatre and drama, departmental grade point average of 3.000 or above, consent of instructor. Readings, performances, experiments, and reports in area of student’s special interest. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
  • THTR-T 491 Working in the Profession (3 cr.) P: T319. Preparation for a professional theatre career. Topics include auditions, managers, unions, finances, regional theatre, professional courtesy, and realities of the work environment.
  • THTR-T 499 Reading, Research, Performance for Honors (1-12 cr.) P: Approval of departmental honors advisor.
Courses in Dance
  • THTR-D 100 A Somatic Approach to Contemporary Ballet Practices (2 cr.) Focuses on anatomically based ballet technique, with respect for individual physical differences. Emphasizes classical ballet vocabulary, along with sound alignment, deep muscular core support, and efficient movement mechanics. Explores contemporary trends in ballet performance and choreography. May be repeated for a maximum total of 16 credit hours in THTR-D 100 and HPER-D 100.
  • THTR-D 102 Body Conditioning for the Dancer (1 cr.) Introduces supplemental training programs for enhancement of dance performance. Includes basic and advanced dance conditioning, injury prevention, healthy weight management, assessment procedures, and basic wellness. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 102 or HPER-D 102.
  • THTR-D 105 Foundations of Strength in Technique I (1 cr.) Provides the student seeking a career in dance performance with the opportunity to augment training with foundational strength techniques common to all concert dance practices while incorporating current trends in fitness. Concert dance exercises and technique performed at the barre and somatic practices are combined to produce strength, flexibility and skill sets specific to preparation for professional dance. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours.
  • THTR-D 109 Core of Dance Technique (3 cr.) Introduction to concert dance techniques, as well as stretching and strengthening skills to prepare for those techniques. Practice with emphasis on dance vocabulary and theory. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 109 or HPER-D 111.
  • THTR-D 112 Core of Dance Techniques II (3 cr.) P: THTR-D 109 or HPER-D 111. Continued introduction to concert dance techniques, as well as strengthening skills to prepare for those techniques. Practice with emphasis on dance vocabulary and theory. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 112 or HPER-D 112.
  • THTR-D 121 Techniques of Movement Improvisation (1 cr.) Experiences in creative movement expression through participation in structured dance activities. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 121 or HPER-D 121.
  • THTR-D 154 Beginning Tap Dance (1 cr.) An introduction to the technique and styles of tap dancing, emphasizing rhythmic accuracy and efficiency of movement. Course will include history and appreciation of tap dance. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 154 or HPER-E 154.
  • THTR-D 155 Beginning Modern Dance (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in modern dance technique, stressing knowledge and application of movement principles essential to dance training. Credit given for a maximum total of 3 credit hours in THTR-D 155 or HPER-E 155.
  • THTR-D 156 Introduction to Jazz Dance Technique (1 cr.) An introduction to the modern jazz style of movement as it integrates with sound biomechanical principles. Phrasing, dynamics, and other qualities will be discussed. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 156 or HPER-E 156.
  • THTR-D 161 Foundations of Modern Dance (2 cr.) P: THTR-D 121 or HPER-D 121. A survey of modern dance in contemporary society. Explores theories, philosophies, trends, and schools of thought through lecture, discussion, and movement. Emphasizes improvisational approaches. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 161 or HPER-D 161.
  • THTR-D 200 Dance for Special Populations (1 cr.) P: THTR-D 121 or HPER-D 121. Includes a service-learning component. Prepares students to teach dance in educational and community settings, including schools (K–12), clinical, and community recreational centers. Activities are designed for elementary and special populations. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 200 or HPER-D 200.
  • THTR-D 201 Modern Dance Workshop I (1 cr.) A wide variety of movement experiences in technique, movement analysis, movement correctives, and social dance forms. May be repeated for a maximum total of 4 credit hours in THTR-D 201 and HPER-D 201.
  • THTR-D 211 Advanced Modern Dance Technique I (3 cr.) P: THTR-D 112 or HPER-D 112. Designed to allow the student to develop a higher level of technical proficiency, with an emphasis on the application and analysis of various movement principles as they relate to dance and performance. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 211 or HPER-D 211.
  • THTR-D 212 Advanced Modern Dance Technique II (3 cr.) P: THTR-D 211 or HPER-D 211. An extension of principles examined in THTR-D 211 with an emphasis on style and performance, through the use of longer and more complex movement sequences. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 212 or HPER-D 212.
  • THTR-D 221 Dance Composition I (2 cr.) P: THTR-D 161 or HPER-D 161. Dance composition is an introduction to the craft of choreography. Students explore basic rhythmic, spatial, and dynamic materials through group improvisation and individual studies. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 221 or HPER-D 221.
  • THTR-D 222 Dance Composition II (2 cr.) P: THTR-D 221 or HPER-D 221. Elements for forming and structuring movement into complete dances. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 222 or HPER-D 222.
  • THTR-D 231 Introduction to Dance Studies (3 cr.) CASE A&H, CASE GCC Establishes literacy in dance as an art-form. Using a global perspective, students explore the elements of dance and how they manifest in culture from social settings to the concert stage. The roles of dancer, choreographer and spectator are studied in multiple contexts of the discipline of theatrical, social and cultural dancing. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 231 or HPER-D 231.
  • THTR-D 241 Urban and Global Dance Styles (2 cr.) P: D109 or HPER-D 111. A foundation in contemporary global and urban styles of dance that are interwoven and fused within professional contemporary dance such as hip-hop, krump, Israeli ga ga style, and others. Prepares pre-professional dancers to be well versed physically and intellectually in current contemporary, global dance styles. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours.
  • THTR-D 254 Intermediate Tap Dance (1 cr.) P: THTR-D 154 or HPER-E 154, or consent of instructor. Second-level course in the technique and styles of tap dance and the use of tap dance steps to create original choreography. Development of tap dance as a musical and visual art form. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 254 or HPER-E 254.
  • THTR-D 255 Intermediate Modern Dance (1 cr.) P: THTR-D 155 or HPER-E 155, or consent of instructor. Intermediate modern dance technique, stressing knowledge and application of movement principles essential to dance training. May be repeated for a total maximum of 3 credit hours in THTR-D 255 or HPER-E 255.
  • THTR-D 256 Intermediate Jazz Dance (1 cr.) P: THTR-D 156 or HPER-E 156, or consent of instructor. A continuation of instruction in the modern jazz style of movement. Special emphasis on movement efficiency, precision, and clarity. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 256 or HPER-E 256.
  • THTR-D 261 Indiana University Contemporary Dance Theatre (1 cr.) A modern dance repertory company. May be repeated for a maximum total of 4 credit hours in THTR-D 261 and HPER-D 261.
  • THTR-D 311 Theory and Practice of Dance Technique I (3 cr.) P: THTR-D 212 or HPER-D 212. Designed as an intensive immersion in both theory and practice of dance technique. Through readings, discussions, writings, and experiential learning, students gain an intimate understanding of both the artistic and physiological principles that guide performance in modern dance. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 311 or HPER-D 311.
  • THTR-D 312 Theory and Practice of Dance Techniques II (3 cr.) P: THTR-D 311 or HPER-D 311. Continuing intensive immersion course in both the theory and practice of dance techniques. Through readings, discussion, writings, and experiential learning, students gain an intimate understanding of both the artistic and physiological principles that guide performance in modern dance. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 312 or HPER-D 312.
  • THTR-D 332 Twentieth-Century Concert Dance (3 cr.) CASE DUS Survey of Twentieth-Century concert dance history. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 332 or HPER-D 332.
  • THTR-D 351 Teaching of Modern Dance (1 cr.) P: THTR-D 211 or HPER-D 211. Study of various approaches, methods, and materials for teaching concert dance on the secondary level, including procedures for evaluation. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 351 or HPER-D 351.
  • THTR-D 353 Musical Resources for Dance (2 cr.) Presentation of criteria for selection of music for dance accompaniment. Aural evaluation of various musical styles, with emphasis on their adaptability as dance accompaniment. Visual-aural analysis of musically accompanied choreography. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 353 or HPER-D 353.
  • THTR-D 354 Advanced Tap Dance (1 cr.) P: D254 or HPER-E 254, or consent of instructor. For students who have taken intermediate tap and want to continue learning the art of rhythm tap. Others with a solid foundation in tap are also welcome. Explores more complex rhythmic patterns and skills through routines, challenges, and improvisation. Students will be required to present routines of their own at the end of the semester. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours for any combination of THTR-D 354 and HPER-E 354.
  • THTR-D 355 Advanced Modern Dance (1 cr.) P: THTR-D 255 or HPER-E 255, or consent of instructor. Advanced techniques in modern dance with emphasis on performance of movement patterns and individual creative work. May be repeated for a total maximum of 3 credit hours in D355 or HPER-E 355.
  • THTR-D 411 Senior Seminar in Dance I (2 cr.) P: THTR-D 312 or HPER-D 312. Instructor-guided practicum in current issues regarding contemporary dance technique and trends in performance. Provides a practical culminating experience for senior dance majors as they prepare to enter the professional world. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 411 or HPER-D 411.
  • THTR-D 412 Senior Seminar in Dance II (2 cr.) P: THTR-D 411 or HPER-D 411. Instructor guided practicum in current issues regarding contemporary dance technique and trends in dance performance. Provides a culminating experience for senior dance majors as they enter the professional world. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 412 or HPER-D 412.
  • THTR-D 421 Choreographic Performance Project (2 cr.) P: THTR-D 222 or HPER-D 222. Under faculty guidance, each student is responsible for initiating and developing a completed work for concert performance. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 421 or HPER-D 421.
  • THTR-D 441 Dance Production I (2 cr.) Basic orientation to technical theatre, specifically for dance. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 441 or HPER-D 441.
  • THTR-D 456 Advanced Jazz Dance (2 cr.) P: THTR-D 256 or HPER-E 256, or consent of instructor. Further instruction in the modern jazz style of movement with special emphasis on precision, clarity, and performance style. Students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of alignment and a mastery of advanced jazz-level combinations; advanced and improved movement memory, clarity, precision, and musicality; and show stylistic differences through the performance of movement combinations. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits in THTR-D 456 or HPER-E 456.
  • THTR-D 457 Jazz Dance Repertory (1 cr.) P: THTR-D 256 or HPER-E 256, or consent of instructor. Provides students an opportunity to learn original choreography from dance faculty members, and collaborate in the creation of original choreography in a classroom environment. Students experience the choreographic process firsthand, as well as build on technical, performance, and learning skills. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 457 or HPER-E 457.
  • THTR-D 461 Methods of Movement Analysis (1 cr.) P: Consent of instructor. Methods of analyzing movement in dance. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 461 or HPER-D 461.
  • THTR-D 462 Dance Summary (2 cr.) P: Open to senior dance majors only. Explores current issues and trends in dance performance and education through discussion and practicum. Credit given for only one of THTR-D 462 or HPER-D 462.
  • THTR-D 480 Advanced Choreographic Investigations (3 cr.) P: THTR-D 222 or HPER -D 222. Provides the dedicated and advanced choreography student with an opportunity to create their own choreography, utilizing the principles of dance composition and incorporating personal insights and ideas into the works. The resultant product will be informed by contemporary and cutting-edge practices within the field. Each student works individually with a faculty mentor.
  • THTR-D 483 Topics in Dance (1-3 cr.) Studies in special topics not ordinarily covered in other departmental dance courses. May be repeated once for credit if topic differs.
  • THTR-D 497 Internship in Community Dance Partnerships (3 cr.) P: THTR-D 200 or HPER-D 200. Dance majors will design, implement and teach a dance education program for community partners in local social service settings that promote well-being and dance appreciation through personal, and physical creative expression.