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Description and requirements Faculty Courses
Description:
The professional BFA training program in theatre design/technology places major emphasis on studio/classroom training under the guidance of established working professionals. Students learn every aspect of theatre design and technology.
Professional training requires a logical and sequential conservatory program. The freshman year is an exploratory common program that stresses fundamental coursework and assigned tasks on actual productions. After the freshman year, the following concentrations are available:
- scenic design
- costume design
- lighting design
- costume technology
- stage management
- technical direction/production management
- sound design
Advanced study and practice in one or more of these areas occupies the second, third, and fourth years. Concurrent with these studies, a balance of liberal arts courses is also available to equip the candidate to function as a mature theatre professional.
Professional Training Facilities
The unparalleled technical and design resources of the Performing Arts Center—and its busy schedule of dance, musical, and dramatic productions—provide students with professional experiences few commercial theatres can match. Classes are conducted in modern design studios, where students have their own workspace and personal drawing tables. Private and semiprivate design studios are often provided for juniors, seniors, and graduate students. Opportunities for apprenticeships in professional studios and shops in New York City and throughout the country provide valuable career-related experience and contacts.
About Our Alumni
More than 86 percent of theatre design/technology graduates are working in their chosen profession. Many alumni are now members of USA local 829, IATSE, and AEA and have received Tony, Emmy, Obie, and Drama Desk Awards, among other honors. Their extensive design credits include Broadway, Off Broadway, dance, film, television, industrials, and Las Vegas.
Requirements:
In addition to meeting General Education requirements and other degree requirements, all undergraduate theatre design/technology majors must complete the following requirements. Up to 8 credits of theatre history (ACT 1250 and 2100) may be counted toward the liberal arts requirement (30 credits minimum) for the degree.
Freshman Year: (all students): 25 credits
- ACT 1250/Dramatic Structure/ 4 credits
- TDT 1100/Stagecraft*/ 3 credits
- TDT 1120/Production I*/ 3 credits
- TDT 1200/Design Fundamentals*/ 3 credits
*Prerequisite for all courses above the 1000 level
- TDT 1080/Drafting/ 3 credits
- TDT 1110/Stagecraft*/ 3 credits
- TDT 1130/Production I*/ 3 credits
- TDT 1210/Design Fundamentals*/ 3 credits
*Part Two
Sophomore through Senior Year: Academic Requirements by Concentration
Scenic Design
Costume Design
Lighting Design
Costume Technology
Stage Management
Technical Direction/Production Management
Sound Design
Faculty
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, Purchase College, SUNY
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BS, Northwestern University
- MFA, Rutgers University
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/TechnologyFirst Hand, Costume Shop Support
- BFA, Purchase College, SUNY
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, Purchase College, SUNY
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Assistant Professor Emerita of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, University of North Carolina, Charlotte
- MFA, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
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Associate Professor of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, Purchase College, SUNY
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Associate Professor of Theatre Design/TechnologyDirector of Productions for School of the Arts
- BA, St. Mary’s College of Maryland
- MFA, Purchase College, SUNY
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, MFA, Carnegie Mellon University
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, Purchase College, SUNY
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BA, Parsons School of Design
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, Purchase College, SUNY
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, Purchase College, SUNY
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/TechnologyProduction Manager, Conservatory of Theatre Arts
- BA, San Francisco State University
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BA, Indiana University
- MS, Baruch College, City University of New York
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/TechnologyScene Shop Supervisor
- BA, University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point
- MFA, University of Wisconsin, Madison
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Associate Professor Emeritus of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, University of Wisconsin
- MFA, Ohio University
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BA, Bennington College
- MFA, Yale School of Drama
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, University of Miami
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
BFA, State University of New York, Purchase College
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Associate Professor Emerita of Theatre Design/Technology
- BA, University of Pennsylvania
- MA, New York University
- Graduate study, Philadelphia College of Art
- Advanced studies, Art Students’ League of New York and Grande Chaumiere, Paris
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BA, University of Minnesota
- MFA, New York University
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/TechnologyHead Draper and Workroom Supervisor, Costume Shop
- BFA, Purchase College, SUNY
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, North Carolina School of the Arts
- MFA, Yale School of Drama
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, North Carolina School of Arts
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BA, SUNY Geneseo
- MFA, Carnegie Mellon University
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Assistant Professor of Theatre Design/Technology
BA, Centre College
MFA, Yale School of Drama -
Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BA, University of California, San Diego
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, Purchase College, SUNY
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Lecturer of Theatre Design/Technology
- BFA, Purchase College, SUNY
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Associate Professor of Theatre Design/Technology
- BA, University of California, Santa Barbara
- MFA, Yale School of Drama
Contributing Faculty
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Lecturer of Acting
- BA, University of Michigan
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Lecturer in Acting
- BFA, New York University
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Associate Professor of Acting
- BA, Dillard University
- MFA, New York University
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Lecturer of Acting
PhD in Theatre, University of Colorado, Boulder
MA, University of Colorado, Boulder,
BA, University of Colorado, Denver
Courses
First-year acting majors are given crew assignments on conservatory productions.
Credits: 1
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologySound Design Fundamentals allows students to explore sound and music through projects, sound experimentation and creation. Covering topics like sound synthesis, sampled instruments, basic music composition, foley as well as recording and post processing techniques for voiceover and field recordings.
Credits: 3
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyBasic drafting skills for professional theatrical applications. Lettering, line weight, measuring, drawing with accuracy and clarity, drafting conventions, dimensioning, and drafting simple units and theatre plans and sections. Ground plans and elevations of each flat with details of door and panel moldings, all with descriptive cross-sections showing dimensions. Students must purchase their own supplies.
Credits: 3
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to the basic materials and techniques used in scene, costume, and lighting production, presented in lecture and studio situations. Intended to equip the student with the skills required to work on productions.
Credits: 3
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to the basic materials and techniques used in scene, costume, and lighting production, presented in lecture and studio situations. Intended to equip the student with the skills required to work on productions.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1100
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyA studio course in which freshmen are assigned to the scene, prop, costume, electric, and paint crews on a rotating basis. Intended as a reinforcement of the methodologies taught in TDT 1100 and 1110.
Credits: 3
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyA studio course in which freshmen are assigned to the scene, prop, costume, electric, and paint crews on a rotating basis. Intended as a reinforcement of the methodologies taught in TDT 1100 and 1110.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1120
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to the process of theatrical design in which a broad spectrum of plays is assigned. Includes script and character analysis, the development of visual concepts, sketches, and renderings, and the use of color and motif.
Credits: 3
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to the process of theatrical design in which a broad spectrum of plays is assigned. Includes script and character analysis, the development of visual concepts, sketches, and renderings, and the use of color and motif.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1200
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyA practical introduction to score reading for theatrical stage managers and designers. Existing musical scores of varying levels of difficulty are used to teach musical vocabulary, tempo, and dynamic markings, and instrumental names and notation in their traditional Italian, French, and German languages. Required for and limited to theatre design/technology majors concentrating in stage management.
Credits: 1
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to theories of technical production, methods, and planning, with emphasis on advanced technical drafting of scenery and safety practices.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1110
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to theories of technical production, methods, and planning, with emphasis on advanced technical drafting of scenery and safety practices.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2080
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn intensive studio course in which sophomores are assigned to crew head or other crew positions. Intended as a reinforcement of methodologies taught in TDT 1100, 1110, 1120, and 1130.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1130
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn intensive studio course in which sophomores are assigned to crew head or other crew positions. Intended as a reinforcement of methodologies taught in TDT 1100, 1110, 1120, and 1130.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2120
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn exploration of the techniques of large-scale, realistic painting through a series of critiqued exercises in the rendering of various materials and textures.
Credits: 2
PREREQ: TDT2150
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn exploration of the techniques of large-scale, realistic painting through a series of critiqued exercises in the rendering of various materials and textures.
Credits: 2
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyTraining in costume construction: hand-sewing techniques, machine operations, pattern layout, and fabric identifications.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1210
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyTraining in costume construction: hand-sewing techniques, machine operations, pattern layout, and fabric identifications.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2160
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyCraft training in the construction of stage properties: learning basic approaches to upholstery and drapery, learning different sculpturing techniques, and creating prop lists with an emphasis on research, both historical and pictorial. Visual resources are used to push students out of their comfort zone in the ways they approach projects (both independently and in groups, depending on the project). (This is not a two-semester sequence: TDT 2180, offered in the fall, is the same course as TDT 2190, offered in the spring.)
Credits: 2
PREREQ: TDT1110
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyCraft training in the construction of stage properties: learning basic approaches to upholstery and drapery, learning different sculpturing techniques, and creating prop lists with an emphasis on research, both historical and pictorial. Visual resources are used to push students out of their comfort zone in the ways they approach projects (both independently and in groups, depending on the project). (This is not a two-semester sequence: TDT 2180, offered in the fall, is the same course as TDT 2190, offered in the spring.)
Credits: 2
PREREQ: TDT1110
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyBasic principles and practice of scene design, including script analysis. Composition and focus in scene design, developing acting areas, entrances, exits, and movement patterns. Research period architecture, art, and dress while refining drafting skills: complete ground plans and sections with masking, fully drafted elevations, color sketches, and a white model. All of these areas have preliminary, refined, and finished stages. Fall: Greek play with classical elements in period and Molière play with limitations of period style. Spring: Modern plays, one with exterior and one with period interior box set with ceiling.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1210
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyBasic principles and practice of scene design, including script analysis. Composition and focus in scene design, developing acting areas, entrances, exits, and movement patterns. Research period architecture, art, and dress while refining drafting skills: complete ground plans and sections with masking, fully drafted elevations, color sketches, and a white model. All of these areas have preliminary, refined, and finished stages. Fall: Greek play with classical elements in period and Molière play with limitations of period style. Spring: Modern plays, one with exterior and one with period interior box set with ceiling.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2200
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn expansion of the theories and practices of stagecraft in a studio setting. Includes standard practices involved in stagecraft and accepted construction techniques.
Credits: 2
PREREQ: TDT1110
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to concept, costume rendering, character extension, and historical research.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1210
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to concept, costume rendering, character extension, and historical research.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2300
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to concept-based lighting design in the theatre. Through play analysis and practical lab exercises, students begin to comprehend the connections between color, equipment, angles of light, etc. and how these are used to support their ideas and feelings on stage. Students also obtain a basic knowledge of lighting rendering, equipment, history, theory, drafting, etc., and have the opportunity to observe working professionals during technical and dress rehearsals of outside productions.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1210
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to concept-based lighting design in the theatre. Through play analysis and practical lab exercises, students begin to comprehend the connections between color, equipment, angles of light, etc. and how these are used to support their ideas and feelings on stage. Students also obtain a basic knowledge of lighting rendering, equipment, history, theory, drafting, etc., and have the opportunity to observe working professionals during technical and dress rehearsals of outside productions.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2400
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFocuses on the development of painting and sketching techniques in all categories of theatre design. The primary goal is to assist student designers and technicians in pictorial explanations of their ideas.
Credits: 2
PREREQ: TDT1210
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFocuses on the development of painting and sketching techniques in all categories of theatre design. The primary goal is to assist student designers and technicians in pictorial explanations of their ideas.
Credits: 2
PREREQ: TDT2440
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to audio for the theatre, covering the basic principles of sound design, reinforcement, equipment and technology, live recording, editing, and show control.
Credits: 2
PREREQ: TDT1210
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyDescription: Students explore acoustics, basic sound reinforcement system and computer audio playback used in the in theatrical production for theatre sound engineers.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1210
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyStudents explore the application of the fundamental elements of sound design, script analysis and research techniques to create sound designs for theatrical production.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2501
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyLectures and research assignments in historical modes of decorative art and ornamentation (Greek through 18th century).
Credits: 3
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to the fundamental skills of stage management through each phase of the production process: preproduction, first rehearsal, rehearsal period, preparing for the tech, technical rehearsals, previews, opening, running of the show, and closing.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1110
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to the fundamental skills of stage management through each phase of the production process: preproduction, first rehearsal, rehearsal period, preparing for the tech, technical rehearsals, previews, opening, running of the show, and closing.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2600
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyA survey of costume design that covers the creation of icons and myths as well as attempts to reinvent history by exploring self-definitions as individuals and groups, and by looking at people’s need to express their subconscious and define themselves in historical context. R-rated films may contain some adult material (hard language, intense or persistent violence, sexually oriented nudity, drug abuse or other elements).
Credits: 4
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFocuses on the advanced technologies needed to understand and build complete structures. Topics include live load and structural computations, wood vs. steel structures, and rigging practices for large loads. An intensive research/drafting project is required.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2090
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFocuses on the advanced technologies needed to understand and build complete structures. Topics include live load and structural computations, wood vs. steel structures, and rigging practices for large loads. An intensive research/drafting project is required.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3080
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn intensive studio course in which juniors are assigned to designer/technical director, crew head, and/or other crew positions.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2130
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn intensive studio course in which juniors are assigned to designer/technical director, crew head, and/or other crew positions.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3120
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFamiliarizes students who are interested in a career in costume construction and/or design with the basics of textiles and related crafts. Focuses on textile identification, fiber classifications and painting, distressing/aging, and other related textile crafts.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2170
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFamiliarizes students who are interested in a career in costume construction and/or design with the basics of textiles and related crafts. Focuses on textile identification, fiber classifications and painting, distressing/aging, and other related textile crafts.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3160
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyStudents learn to develop a cohesive, unified design for a multiset show. Topics include finding design elements that flow through each set to give the sense of style and unity, working out ground plans and scene changes to assure speed and practicality, and using historical plays from several periods to evoke a sense for period style. Full drafting and model building with intensive work on sketching and rendering techniques to develop presentation-quality sketches.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2210
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyStudents learn to develop a cohesive, unified design for a multiset show. Topics include finding design elements that flow through each set to give the sense of style and unity, working out ground plans and scene changes to assure speed and practicality, and using historical plays from several periods to evoke a sense for period style. Full drafting and model building with intensive work on sketching and rendering techniques to develop presentation-quality sketches.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3200
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyA continuation of TDT 2310, with emphasis on character and script analysis and on developing skills in color, line, proportion, scale, movement, and rhythm. Study involves historical reality and stylization with projects that address design theory and practical problems, research and chart making, as well as conceptualizing designs for dance, drama, and opera. Rendering technique workshops are included.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2310
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyA continuation of TDT 2310, with emphasis on character and script analysis and on developing skills in color, line, proportion, scale, movement, and rhythm. Study involves historical reality and stylization with projects that address design theory and practical problems, research and chart making, as well as conceptualizing designs for dance, drama, and opera. Rendering technique workshops are included.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3300
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyA course in the foundation skills necessary for safe and dramatically effective techniques of staged combat.
Credits: 1
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyA course in the foundation skills necessary for safe and dramatically effective techniques of staged combat.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2410
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyContinued study of lighting design principles, with emphasis on drafting and design of full-scale, concept-based light plots for the theatre.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2410
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFocuses on the materials and methods used to construct scenic models for the designer. Students learn techniques that allow them to build accurate presentation models and work safely with various materials.
Credits: 1
PREREQ: TDT2200
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyStudents learn and practice materials and methods used to construct scenic models for the designer. Students will learn techniques that allow them to build accurate presentation models and work safely with various materials. These will be a continuation and expansion of the techniques and practices learned in TDT 3490.
Credits: 1
PREREQ: TDT2210
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyStudents explore the practice of current techniques employed by sound reinforcement system techniques for live theatrical productions. Emphasis will be on digital audio system, digital wireless microphones, live musical mixing technique, and show control programming.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2511
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyCovers the computer-aided drafting and graphic standards for lighting design used in the industry. Extensive out-of-class work is required. Required for design/technology majors who are concentrating in lighting design.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1080
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyThe problems, requirements, and relationship of the stage manager to the director. This seminar deals with script analysis and technique of the designer, as well as the position of the actor as an instrument of the director and the play.
Credits: 2
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyThinking like a stage manager; the psychology of management; critical thinking, collaboration, conflict resolution, problem solving, principled negotiation, and leadership tools. Advanced stage management skills, e.g., calling a show, public speaking, scheduling, theatrical unions and contracts, preparing a Broadway musical, and the ins and outs of working as a professional freelance stage manager.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2610
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyThinking like a stage manager; the psychology of management; critical thinking, collaboration, conflict resolution, problem solving, principled negotiation, and leadership tools. Advanced stage management skills, e.g., calling a show, public speaking, scheduling, theatrical unions and contracts, preparing a Broadway musical, and the ins and outs of working as a professional freelance stage manager.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3600
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyExamines the fundamental techniques and information needed for managing commercial and nonprofit theatrical productions. Students gain a working knowledge of union contracts, pricing, human resources, new media, publicity, and the rise of demand pricing, as well as contract negotiation and conflict resolution. The working relationships between the stage manager and producer(s) are also explored.
Credits: 3
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyThis detailed look at the position of a production manager on Broadway takes students from the design process to the load-out of a show and introduces them to the inner workings of a Broadway musical and play.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1110
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to the theories and practices of computer-aided drafting for theatrical productions, including how to draw and organize DWG files so that a designer can express his or her designs to anyone working in the field. Emphasis is also placed on communication skills to help students become comfortable discussing projects with directors, other designers, and future employers. Includes in-class participation, lectures, practical exercises, and critiques. (This is not a two-semester sequence: TDT 3700, offered in the fall, is the same course as TDT 3710, offered in the spring.)
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1080
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn introduction to the theories and practices of computer-aided drafting for theatrical productions, including how to draw and organize DWG files so that a designer can express his or her designs to anyone working in the field. Emphasis is also placed on communication skills to help students become comfortable discussing projects with directors, other designers, and future employers. Includes in-class participation, lectures, practical exercises, and critiques. (This is not a two-semester sequence: TDT 3700, offered in the fall, is the same course as TDT 3710, offered in the spring.)
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT1080
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFocuses on creating the skill sets necessary to adapt students’ existing manual drawing and painting talents to the realm of computer-assisted media.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT2460
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyA seminar covering a mixture of advanced scenery construction techniques and the set of managerial skills required to be a working professional in the industry. Typically includes field trips to production venues in New York City, including shops, theatres, and studios, together with mock interviews and production/shop scenarios.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3090
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyA seminar covering a mixture of advanced scenery construction techniques and the set of managerial skills required to be a working professional in the industry. Typically includes field trips to production venues in New York City, including shops, theatres, and studios, together with mock interviews and production/shop scenarios.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT4080
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn intensive studio course in which seniors are assigned to design, technical direct, assist, and hold crew head and/or crew positions.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3130
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn intensive studio course in which seniors are assigned to design, technical direct, assist, and hold crew head and/or crew positions.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT4120
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn intensive studio course in which senior stage management and tech students staff conservatory productions on a supervisory level.
Credits: 6
PREREQ: TDT3130
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn intensive studio course in which senior stage management and tech students staff conservatory productions on a supervisory level.
Credits: 6
PREREQ: TDT4140 Or TDT4120
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFall: Construction techniques for dance costumes using stretch fabrics, including patterning, cutting, sewing, and fitting techniques. Also basic principles and construction of tutus and other classical dance costumes. Spring: Tailoring with an overview of the development of the three-piece suit (style details and construction). Basic techniques used in traditional tailoring and an exploration of theatrical methods of tailoring. Alteration techniques and some pattern making are included.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3170
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFall: Construction techniques for dance costumes using stretch fabrics, including patterning, cutting, sewing, and fitting techniques. Also basic principles and construction of tutus and other classical dance costumes. Spring: Tailoring with an overview of the development of the three-piece suit (style details and construction). Basic techniques used in traditional tailoring and an exploration of theatrical methods of tailoring. Alteration techniques and some pattern making are included.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3170
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyDesign projects developed to meet the needs of each student. Furthers the skill sets needed to become a working professional in the many mediums of scenic design.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3210
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyDesign projects developed to meet the needs of each student. Furthers the skill sets needed to become a working professional in the many mediums of scenic design.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT4200
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAdvanced design projects developed to meet the needs of each student. Furthers the skill sets needed to become a working professional in the many mediums of costume design.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3310
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAdvanced design projects developed to meet the needs of each student. Furthers the skill sets needed to become a working professional in the many mediums of costume design.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT4300
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAdvanced work in concept-based lighting design, preparing students to enter the professional community. Through class projects, lab exercises, guest lectures, and field trips, students master a wide range of lighting design mediums (e.g., theatre, opera, dance, television, video, corporate theatre, architectural). Students are exposed to automated and advanced lighting equipment, control consoles, channel assignment theory, the business of lighting, and industry leaders.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3410
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAdvanced work in concept-based lighting design, preparing students to enter the professional community. Through class projects, lab exercises, guest lectures, and field trips, students master a wide range of lighting design mediums (e.g., theatre, opera, dance, television, video, corporate theatre, architectural). Students are exposed to automated and advanced lighting equipment, control consoles, channel assignment theory, the business of lighting, and industry leaders.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT4400
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAn analysis of current theatrical practices and the interaction of designer, technician, stage manager, actor, and director. Guest lecturers include leading industry figures who stress the various methods of collaboration.
Credits: 2
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyStudents explore the advanced study of system sound design process and applications for Broadway musicals. This course focuses on the pre-production process.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3511
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFocuses on methods, practices, theory, and organizational structures specific to Broadway and other commercial production environments.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT3610
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyFocuses on methods, practices, theory, and organizational structures specific to Broadway and other commercial production environments.
Credits: 3
PREREQ: TDT4605
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyAdvanced studies in the art of scenery for film and television. Explores similarities to and differences from the theatrical model involved in the creation of the changing frame with varying camera angles.
Credits: 3
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyDiscussion of the skill sets, techniques, and requirements needed to enter the professional community.
Credits: 1
PREREQ: TDT4120 Or TDT4140
Department: Theatre Design/TechnologyOfficial Catalog: Published September 22, 2023
Course Frequencies
Since actual course offerings vary from semester to semester, students should consult the myHeliotrope course schedule to determine whether a particular course is offered in a given semester.
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