THTR 131 - Introduction to Entertainment Technology

FDR: HA Fine Arts Distribution
Experiential Learning (EXP): Yes
Credits: 3

Laboratory course with THTR 132. Corequisite: THTR 132 - Laboratory for Intro to Entertainment Technology Have you ever been wowed by a show’s lights, costumes, set, or video? This course takes you ‘behind the curtain’ to understand the backstage technology used to create productions in Theater, Dance, and Film. Through hands-on exercises students will be introduced to the tools, materials, and techniques for creating the scenery, costumes, props, painting, lighting, sound, and video for productions. Students participate as run crew 40-50 hours for one of the department productions during the term as well as complete the co-requisite lab course THTR 132. No prior theater experience is required.