
AUDITIONS FOR SPRING PRODUCTIONS
ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR SPRING
- All classes are IN-PERSON this spring (except for THAR 1). Join us in our state-of-the-art Burbank Auditorium as we create community together.
- Two great shows are auditioning: Gloria and Addams Family Musical.
- Dance 68.1 Rhythm TAP DANCE I, Section 6185: Sign up for this actor-essential class! Fridays 10:30am-1:30pm Room 129 Burbank.
- Please contact Leslie McCauley at lmccauley@santarosa.edu for individual assistance
OFFERED ONCE A YEAR
THAR 13.1A/B & THAR 13.1AL/BL
STYLES PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP
with Allie Pratt
MW 2:40PM-5:10PM (+ evening Showcase rehearsals TBA Nov. 28-Dec. 8; Showcase May 19)
Introduction to three different acting styles, including non-realistic styles and period realism, as well as further study of acting theory and specialized performance skills. Styles to be studied change each time the course is offered. This combination instruction/performance ensemble course requires night rehearsals during the last two weeks of classes and culminates in two performances of a public showcase. (Prerequisite: THAR 10B)
Optional requirement for the Theatre Arts Acting Certificate.
THAR 63
ACTING IN FILM, TELEVISION AND VOICE-OVER
with Elizabeth Dale
MW 12:00PM-2:30PM
A class designed to introduce the actor to the challenges of film, television, and voiceover acting, with additional focus of 21st century tools. Topics include: how to adjust the theatrical acting process for camera and microphone producing a web-ready acting demo reel for casting and self-promotion. Students will need access to a secure digital memory card as well as a smart phone, tablet, or other handheld device for recording and editing video.
Elective for Acting Certificate
THAR 22.1 SPECIAL EFFECTS MAKEUP, WIGS, AND MASKS with Roxie Johnson
M 12:00PM-4:00PM
Methods, materials, and techniques realized in special effects design as it relates to theatrical makeup, including prosthetics, wig styling, and mask design and construction for stage, screen, and studio applications. (Students with prior theatrical makeup or art experience may petition to waive the prerequisite by submitting a Prerequisite Challenge form with Admissions.)
Requirement Makeup Design Certificate
THAR 22.2 SPECIAL EFFECTS MAKEUP, WIGS, AND MASKS 2 with Roxie Johnson
M 12:00PM-4:00PM
Intermediate methods, materials, and techniques realized in special effects design as it relates to theatrical makeup, including prosthetics, wig styling, and mask design and construction for stage, screen, and studio applications.
Requirement Makeup Design Certificate
OFFERED ONCE EVERY TWO YEARS:
THAR 23 INTRODUCTION TO SCENIC DESIGN with Peter Crompton
TTH 10:30AM-1:00PM
An introduction to the means, methods, and materials utilized in designing scenery for the stage.
Requirement Stagecraft Certificate
THAR 26 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRICAL LIGHTING with Theo Bridant
MW 10:30AM-12:30PM (2 hours of weekly lecture and 2 hours weekly scheduled lab. Additionally, the remaining hours will met on the following days in Burbank Auditorium (8 hours each): Wednesday 2/15, Thursday 2/16, Wednesday 4/5, Thursday 4/6, Friday 4/7, 2023.)
An introduction to the basic concepts of theatre lighting, including hands-on instruction in the operation of stage lighting, planning, and rigging. Instruction in light sources, the theory of electricity in the theatre, color media and theory, lighting design, light plots, equipment, control systems, and rehearsal/performance procedures and operation.
Requirement Stagecraft Certificate
SPRING 2023 THEATRE ARTS CLASSES
General Education Courses
- THAR 1
World Theatre Through TimeTTH 9:00AM-10:30AM
ONLINE *Journey back in time on this “tour” of great plays and amazing developments that have transformed theatre around the world. An exciting exploration of world history from a theatrical perspective.
*Zoom meetings will take place for each class session at the days/time(s) listed above. Students are expected to be online with a functioning mic and camera for the duration of the live session. More details will be provided in the syllabus distributed by the instructor.
- THAR 2
Introduction to Theatre ArtsMW 9:00AM-10:30AM
Through a lively mixture of lecture, play- attendance, and hands-on exercises, you’ll be introduced to the theatre as both an intriguing art form and important social forum. Learn about the many arts-including playwriting, design, directing, and acting-that make up this incredible art form.
Acting & Performing Courses
- THAR 10A
Introduction to ActingMW 9:00AM-11:30AM
MW 12:00PM-2:30PM
TTH 12:00PM-2:30PMHave you dabbled in acting or always wanted to try? Here’s the perfect beginning class...fun, safe and filled with people just like you. NO experience necessary...really! And a great foundation for those with some experience as well.
- THAR 10B
Scene Study and CharacterizationTTH 2:30PM-5:00PM
Take your acting skills to the next level with this exciting course! Focusing on character development and scene work, it also prepares you for next year’s advanced classes and productions. (Prerequisite: THAR 10A or challenge exam/audition; contact instructor for more info!) This section will meet in person in Burbank room 129 Acting Lab. Students with 5pm class following THAR 10B may petition for schedule overlap; email Reed Martin for details.
- THAR 13.1A/13.1AL
Performance Workshop
Lab: Styles, Periods and Skills 1MW 2:40PM-5:10PM
(+ evening Showcase rehearsals TBA Nov. 28-Dec. 8; Showcase Dec. 9)The above section(s) requires concurrent enrollment in THAR 13.1A and THAR 13.1AL and results in two, live evening showcase performances on 12/16/2022. If the section is closed and requiring an add code, please contact Leslie McCauley to be placed on a wait list. All rehearsals and performances will be live, in-person in the Burbank Studio Theatre.
THAR 13.1A:
THAR 13.1AL:
- THAR 13.1B/13.1BL
Performance Workshop: Styles, Periods and Skills 2MW 2:40PM-5:10PM
(+ evening Showcase rehearsals TBA Nov. 28-Dec. 8; Showcase Dec. 9)Introduction to performing Shakespeare through an exploration of historical context, text analysis, acting theory, and performance techniques. Includes both in-depth monologue and scene work, resulting in a showcase performance open to the public. The above section(s) requires concurrent enrollment in THAR 13.1B and THAR 13.1BL. If the section is closed and requiring an add code, please contact Leslie McCauley to be placed on a wait list.
THAR 13.1B:
THAR 13.1BL:
- THAR 63
Acting in Film, Television and Voice-overMW 12:00PM-2:30PM
A class designed to introduce the actor to the challenges of film, television, and voice¬over acting, with additional focus of 21st century tools. Topics include: how to adjust the theatrical acting process for camera and microphone producing a web-ready acting demo reel for casting and self-promotion. Students will need access to a secure digital memory card as well as a smart phone, tablet, or other handheld device for recording and editing video.
Costuming and Makeup Courses
- THAR 21A
Intro to Costume TechTTH 1:30PM-4:00PM
Whether you can sew or not, you’ll love this exciting introduction to the world of costuming (and, yep, you’ll learn how to sew, too). This section requires a corequisite of THAR 25 or THAR 25.1, working with 1-2 live productions this spring.
- THAR 21B
Costume Technology 2TTH 1:30PM-4:00PM
This course continues application of methods, materials, and techniques used in costume construction with additional emphasis on related crafts and design as applied to the creative storytelling process of a public performance, at an intermediate level. This section requires successful completion of THAR 21A.
- THAR 22
Makeup Design for Stage & ScreenW 1:00PM-5:00PM
Both levels required for the Makeup Certificate. Elective on the Costuming Certificate. Introduction to the materials and techniques of makeup design for stage, screen, and studio. Covers traditional and contemporary techniques of makeup application in both classroom and production environments.
Requires a corequisite of THAR 25.4 or THAR 25 working on 1-2 productions this spring.
- THAR 22.1
Special Effects Makeup,
Wigs, and MasksM 12:00PM-4:00PM
Methods, materials, and techniques realized in special effects design as it relates to theatrical makeup, including prosthetics, wig styling, and mask design and construction for stage, screen, and studio applications. (Students with prior theatrical makeup or art experience may petition to waive the prerequisite by submitting a Prerequisite Challenge form with Admissions.)
- THAR 22.2
Special Effects Makeup,
Wigs, and Masks 2M 12:00PM-4:00PM
Intermediate methods, materials, and techniques realized in special effects design as it relates to theatrical makeup, including prosthetics, wig styling, and mask design and construction for stage, screen, and studio applications.
- THAR 121.4
Stage Costuming: Tailoring TechniquesTTH 3:00PM-5:00PM (+1 hour weekly instruction)
Practical application of methods, materials, and techniques used in tailoring historical men's and women's coats and jackets, with emphasis on tailored costume construction for a current Theatre Arts production. (Students with prior sewing experience may petition to waive the prerequisite by submitting a Prerequisite Challenge form with Admissions.)
THEATRICAL DESIGN COURSES
- THAR 23
Introduction to Scenic DesignTTH 10:30AM-1:00PM
An introduction to the means, methods, and materials utilized in designing scenery for the stage.
- THAR 26
Introduction to Theatrical LightingMW 10:30AM-12:30PM
(This section consists of mandatory hours divided in this way: 2 hours of weekly lecture and 2 hours of weekly scheduled lab. Additionally, the remaining hours will be met on the following days in Burbank Auditorium (8 hours each): Wednesday 2/15, Thursday 2/16, Wednesday 4/5, Thursday 4/6, Friday 4/7, 2023.)An introduction to the basic concepts of theatre lighting, including hands-on instruction in the operation of stage lighting, planning, and rigging. Instruction in light sources, the theory of electricity in the theatre, color media and theory, lighting design, light plots, equipment, control systems, and rehearsal/performance procedures and operation.
THEATRE MANAGEMENT COURSES
- THAR 29L
Theatre Management LaboratoryCourse hours to be arranged. Evening and weekend hours are required. Registration by interview (Contact instructor.)*
THAR 29L Section 6174 (3 hour per week)
THAR 29L Section 6176 (9 hours per week)
THAR 29L Section 6175 (6 hours per week)Practical experience in one or more areas of theatre management for public performances. Students apply and develop their managerial skills and knowledge within the context of a full Theatre Arts production. Methods, materials and techniques of realizing the physical production on the stage, which include scenery, properties, lighting, and sound.
*This section is by interview only for a limited number of students to stage manage the two spring 2023 Theatre Arts productions. Evening and weekend hours are required and will be in person. More details will be provided in the syllabus distributed by the instructor.
STAGECRAFT COURSES
- THAR 20
Introduction to
StagecraftTTH 2:30PM-5:00PM (+ 1 hour per week)
Ever wanted to know how theatre magic is created? Curious about how they build those great sets or achieve those cool lighting effects? Find out in this class filled with creative and practical skills used in the theatre. Methods, materials and techniques of realizing the physical production on the stage, which include scenery, properties, lighting, and sound.
This class requires a corequisite of THAR 25 or THAR 25.2, working with 1-2 live productions this spring. The 17.5 TBA hours will be met by working on productions in the scene shop.
PROPS DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION COURSES
PRODUCTION COURSES:
CREWING & CONSTRUCTION
- THAR 25
Production Lab: GeneralEver wanted to know how theatre magic is created? Curious about how they build those great sets or achieve those cool lighting effects? Find out in this class filled with creative and practical skills used in the theatre.
This class is for students working on the 1-2 spring productions. Mandatory orientation meeting for new and returning students will be held January 24, 2023 from 5:30-6:30PM in Room 161. Attendance required. This section requires evening and weekend hours and each class meeting (rehearsals and performances) will be in person, live in Burbank Auditorium. More details will be provided in the syllabus distributed by the instructor.
- THAR 25.1
Production Lab: Costume CrewThis class is for students working on the 1-2 spring productions. Mandatory orientation meeting for new and returning students will be held January 24, 2023 from 5:30-6:30PM in Room 161. Attendance required. This section requires evening and weekend hours and each class meeting (rehearsals and performances) will be in person, live in Burbank Auditorium. More details will be provided in the syllabus distributed by the instructor.
- THAR 25.2
Production Lab: Running CrewThis class is for students working on the 1-2 spring productions. Mandatory orientation meeting for new and returning students will be held January 24, 2023 from 5:30-6:30PM in Room 161. Attendance required. This section requires evening and weekend hours and each class meeting (rehearsals and performances) will be in person, live in Burbank Auditorium. More details will be provided in the syllabus distributed by the instructor.
- THAR 25.3
Production Lab:
House StaffThis class is for students working on the 1-2 spring productions. Mandatory orientation meeting for new and returning students will be held January 24, 2023 from 5:30-6:30PM in Room 161. Attendance required. This section requires evening and weekend hours and each class meeting (rehearsals and performances) will be in person, live in Burbank Auditorium. More details will be provided in the syllabus distributed by the instructor.
- THAR 25.4
Production Lab:
Production Makeup CrewThis class is for students working on the 1-2 spring productions. Mandatory orientation meeting for new and returning students will be held January 24, 2023 from 5:30-6:30PM in Room 161. Attendance required. This section requires evening and weekend hours and each class meeting (rehearsals and performances) will be in person, live in Burbank Auditorium. More details will be provided in the syllabus distributed by the instructor.
- THAR 25.5
Production Lab:
Production ConstructionThis class is for students working on the 1-2 spring productions. This section has a focus on lighting and sound, or scenery construction. Days and hours to be arranged during scheduled scene shop and hang and focus hours (may include selected weekdays and weekends). Mandatory orientation meeting for new and returning students will be held January 24, 2023 from 5:30-6:30PM in Room 161.
- THAR 25.1
PRODUCTION COURSES:
PERFORMING IN A SHOW
- THAR 11.1
Spring play GloriaAUDITIONS: January 20 & 21, 2023
CALLBACKS: January 23, 2023Auditions will be held spring semester in January 2023.
More information theatrearts.santarosa.edu/auditions
- THAR 11.2
Spring musical - Actors The Adams FamilyAUDITIONS: January 20, 2023 and January 21, 2023
CALLBACKS: January 22, 2023More information theatrearts.santarosa.edu/auditions
- THAR 11.3
Spring musical - Dancers
The Adams FamilyAUDITIONS: January 20, 2023 and January 21, 2023
CALLBACKS: January 22, 2023More information theatrearts.santarosa.edu/auditions
- THAR 11.4
Spring musical - Singers The Adams FamilyAUDITIONS: January 20, 2023 and January 21, 2023
CALLBACKS: January 22, 2023More information theatrearts.santarosa.edu/auditions
- THAR 11.5A/B
Performance Musical - Instrumental 1/Instrumental 2Course hours to be arranged. Evening and weekend hours are required.
Registration by interview only (Contact instructor for appointment.)
This course involves the rehearsal and performance of an instrumental part in a musical theatre or opera production for public presentation. Designed for experienced musicians, the focus of the course is on learning the musical score and incorporating it into the overall production.
THAR 11.5A:
THAR 11.5B:
- THAR 11.4
- THAR 11.3
- THAR 11.2