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Dramatic Arts Expanded (THTE)
- D clearance requests may be submitted online via sdastudents.usc.edu until noon on the Wednesday prior to the first day of classes. Beginning on the first day of classes, students must submit an SDA D-Clearance form signed by the instructor. SDA D-Clearance forms are available via sdastudents.usc.edu or in the Drama Center (DRC) Room 104. All completed forms must be submitted to the Drama Center (DRC) Room 104. For further questions, please call (213) 740-1286.
Analysis and investigation of role interpretation and character development by working on two or more scenes from the same play. Introduction of techniques to unlock objectives based on the text.
- Prerequisite: THTR 120B and THTR 125
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Musical Theatre
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63305D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 12 of 18 | Laura Flanagan | MCC107 | Word (194323 KB) |  |
| 63306R | 001 | Lab | 1:00-2:50pm | Friday | 12 of 18 | Jeff Crockett | MCC112 | |
Introduction to the basic musicianship and ear training essential for a Musical Theatre performer.
- Prerequisite: THTE 107
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63301D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 12 of 20 | Daniel Lincoln | MCC107 | | |
| 63318R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 12 of 18 | TBA | |
Introduction to foundational skills in musical theatre movement, including safe alignment and a movement vocabulary.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63302D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:30pm | MTuWThF | 17 of 20 | Sarah Anindo Marshall | PED207 | PDF (227824 KB) | |
| 63316R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 17 of 18 | TBA | |
Introduction and development of techniques needed to transition from the script to score. Beginning with an exploration of Broadway's "Golden Age" and the examination of Sondheim and his contemporaries.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63307D | 001 | Lecture | 12:30-2:20pm | Mon, Wed | 9 of 20 | Anthony Lucca, Jenni Barber | MCC112 | | |
| 63309R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 9 of 18 | TBA | |
Movement for Musical Theatre, practicing and refining techniques and social dance forms in a studio setting.
- Prerequisite: THTE 206B
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63312D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:20am | MTuWThF | 12 of 20 | Sarah Anindo Marshall | PED207 | PDF (230661 KB) | |
| 63314R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 12 of 20 | OFFICE | |
Introduction to foundational healthy vocal performance/singing skills needed to sustain a career in the musical theatre.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63317D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 32 of 40 | Melissa Treinkman | OFFICE | |
Exploration of popular music styles and their direct application to professional musical theatre.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Musical Theatre
- Restriction: Registration closed to the following class level(s): Freshmen, Sophomore
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63303D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:50pm | Tue, Thu | 11 of 18 | Daniel Lincoln, Jenni Barber | MCC109 | | |
| 63304R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 11 of 18 | TBA | |
Survey and analysis of musical films from the 1960s to the present towards the creation of an original musical project.
- Prerequisite: THTR 480A
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Musical Theatre
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63310D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-4:50pm | Tue, Thu | 10 of 20 | Doug Peck | MCC109 | | |
| 63311R | 001 | Lab | TBA | TBA | 10 of 20 | TBA | |
Development of a broad range of vocal book material to reflect the versatility of the performer.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Dramatic Arts
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63315D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-10:50am | Tuesday | 11 of 20 | MaryAnn Hu | MCC109 | |
Studies in selected areas of theatre art. Intensive practice in role and script interpretation and its psychological relationship to the audience.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principles, Pedagogies and Practice: The SDA Playbook | ||||||||||
| 63313D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 3:00-4:50pm | Friday | 112 of 140 | Laura Flanagan | THH201 | Word (198233 KB) | |