Explores basic theories and techniques of acting through exercises, improvisations and scenes from contemporary dramatic literature.

This open-level studio course allows students to explore dance improvisation as a practice of attention, care, and relation. Through improvisational methods and structures, students will develop their skills as improvisers and begin to appreciate improvisation's role in composition (choreography), performance, and daily life.

This course surveys a broad range of theories and methodologies pertinent to the fields of Performance Studies. Each unit addresses important concepts and frameworks that help you write about, think about, and make performance art. Lecture, close reading, application exercises, and writing assignments will strengthen your theoretical vocabularies, hone your analytical writing skills and apply various tests to your own work as scholars/artists.

Application of lighting design and technology in production. May be repeated up to 4 credits.

This course provides students with firsthand experience in the creative practice of choreography and performance while providing exposure to basic production skills. In addition to gaining insight into choreography and performance as modes of critical inquiry, students will also be involved in various aspects of the production and will gain an appreciation of the skills that are required to produce a dance concert.

Application of performance skills in the production of a theatrical work. Course can be repeated up to four times. Prerequisite: Instructor permission

These classes cover a range of topics related to drama and theatre.

The goal of this class will be to identify the values and worldviews that drive change-oriented artistry, and for students to identify the values and worldviews that drive their own artistry. The course will explore the forms of community-based performance including ensemble, devised, religious, activist, educational and autobiographical performance.

Exploration of Ballet technique for intermediate to advanced students. Students will deepen their knowledge through continued study of terminology, movement concepts, and dynamic alignment while expanding upon their ability to make qualitative choices and enhancing their artistry.

Examine the concept of "toxic fashion," exploring the physical, chemical, and ethical dimensions of harm within the global fashion industry. Investigate harmful materials, hazardous production processes, and exploitative labor practices across the fashion supply chain. Analyze the far-reaching impacts of fashion toxicity on human health, workers' rights, and the environment. The course also highlights sustainable innovations and practical strategies for promoting responsible fashion consumption.