NBE 022 - Technical Theatre For Older Adults

Description: Technical Theatre provides an introductory level of instruction to older students with little or no experience in the theatrical arts. Students will construct costumes, props, sets, and scenery for college productions. Opportunities include programming and operating the sound and lighting equipment in the college’s theater. The course assists older adults in identifying and examining personal interest and aptitudes in theatre to enhance mental acuity and creativity, as well as appreciation of the arts. This course is repeatable Offered as pass/no pass.

Transferable
Not transferable

General Education:
Not approved for General Education

Student Learning Outcomes:

Apply discipline-specific technical theatre skills to backstage production practices throughout the preparation and process of public performance
Implement safe running crew and technical theatre practices while correctly following protocol within the theatre hierarchy
Demonstrate an understanding of collaborative responsibilities by cooperating with and supporting the work of the production ensemble

Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 54
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 0.5
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lab Hours: 2.5