Drama ( DRAM )

TG DRAM 200	Introduction to Acting I
You gain practical experience in acting; improvisation and introductory work from texts; and develop communication skills and personal acting creativity. (Formerly DRAM 200A)
Hours: 70 hrs (3-2)
Credits: 4
TG DRAM 201	Introduction to Acting II
Prerequisite: DRAM 200A, or consent of the Dean
Continuation of DRAM 200. (Formerly DRAM 200B)
Hours: 70 hrs (3-2)
Credits: 4
TG DRAM 222	Fundamentals of Stage Production
Technical and organizational aspects of stage production; creative approaches to design for the theatre leading to and including projects in drafting and construction; practical production assignments coordinated with community and college theatre productions, as applicable, are all part of what this course has to offer. (Formerly DRAM 222A)
Hours: 56 hrs (2-2)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 223	Fundamentals of Stage Production
Prerequisite: DRAM 222 or consent of the Dean
Continuation of DRAM 222. (Formerly DRAM 222B)
Hours: 56 hrs (2-2)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 240	Introduction to Drama I
Course is the interpretation and study of dramatic genres; and an introduction to play analysis. (Formerly DRAM 240A)
Hours: 56 hrs (3-1)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 241	Introduction to Drama II
Prerequisite: DRAM 240 or ENGL 237, or consent of the Dean
Continuation of DRAM 240. (Formerly DRAM 240B)
Hours: 56 hrs (3-1)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 300	Advanced Acting I
Prerequisite: DRAM 201
A further development of fundamental acting techniques. Participation in the department’s season of plays may be required. (Formerly DRAM 300A)
Hours: 126 hrs (3-6)
Credits: 4
TG DRAM 301	Advanced Acting II
Prerequisite: DRAM 300, or consent of the Dean
Continuation of DRAM 300. (Formerly DRAM 300B)
Hours: 126 hrs (3-6)
Credits: 4
TG DRAM 321	Stage Management
Prerequisite: DRAM 223
You learn the principles of stage management, as well as the roles and duties of a stage manager in all levels of production from amateur to professional. Projects are related to a production of the department. If this course is not offered in classroom format, it may be available as a directed study.
Hours: 56 hrs (2-2)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 323	Introduction to Stage Design
Prerequisite: DRAM 223, or consent of the Dean
An extension of the principles learned in DRAM 222, this course focuses on practical approaches for translating ideas to the stage. Drafting and model making are explored as mediums of communication between designer and director. You assist a faculty director in projects related to a college production. If this course is not offered in classroom format, it may be available as a directed study.
Hours: 56 hrs (2-2)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 339	Seminar in Drama I
Prerequisite: DRAM 241
This course is a critical examination of plays, including at least one staged by The University of Calgary Drama Department, centered upon their genres and historical settings other works by the same authors and their contemporaries may also be studied. This course also focuses on staging requirements for contemporary productions. (Formerly DRAM 340A)
Hours: 56 hrs (4-0)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 340	Seminar in Drama II
Prerequisite: DRAM 339 or consent of the Dean
Continuation of DRAM 339. (Formerly DRAM 340B)
Hours: 56 hrs (4-0)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 360	Developmental Drama I
Course is an exploration in personal creativity; practical experience in creative drama activity; and the study of the principles, theories, and application of creative drama. Registration priority is given to Education students. (Formerly DRAM 360A)
Hours: 56 hrs (2-2)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 361	Developmental Drama II
Prerequisite: DRAM 360 or consent of the Dean
Continuation of DRAM 360. Registration priority is given to Education students. (Formerly DRAM 360B)
Hours: 56 hrs (2-2)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 390	Performance Practicum I
Prerequisite: DRAM 201or consent of the Dean
You gain practical knowledge of performance through development of a role in a theatre production. If this course is not offered in classroom format, it may be available as a directed study. (Formerly DRAM 390A)
Hours: 84 hrs (0-6P)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 391	Performance Practicum II
Prerequisite: DRAM 390 or consent of the Dean
Continuation of DRAM 390. If this course is not offered in classroom format, it may be available as a directed study. (Formerly DRAM 390B)
Hours: 84 hrs (0-6P)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 409	Fundamentals of Directing I
Prerequisite: DRAM 201 & DRAM 223 or consent of the Dean
You learn the theories and practical techniques of directing plays in consultation with a faculty member. You may be required to observe or assist faculty directors. Studies will be coordinated with productions of the department. If this course is not offered in classroom format, it may be available as a directed study. (Formerly 410A)
Hours: 56 hrs (2-2)
Credits: 3
TG DRAM 410	Fundamentals of Directing II
Prerequisite: DRAM 409 or consent of the Dean
Continuation of DRAM 409. If this course is not offered in classroom format, it may be available as a directed study. (Formerly DRAM 410B)
Hours: 56 hrs (2-2)
Credits: 3