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  • CFA DR 160: Drawing & Painting Lab
    Prereq: none. Studio work in introduction to drawing, perspective, media & color theory. 2 cr.
  • CFA DR 161: Introduction to Theatre Practice
    Prereq: none. Basic training in theatre technology, including scenery, costumes, properties, lighting, and sound. Discussion of basic terminology, shop organization, job descriptions, maintenance procedures, and safety. 2 cr.
  • CFA DR 162: Methods of Construction
    Prereq: CFA DR 161 or consent of instructor. Basic training in theatre technology. In the scenery section: discussion of materials, hardware, construction methods, scheduling, and budgeting. In the costume section: discussion of materials, hardware, construction methods, scheduling, and budgeting. 2 cr.
  • CFA DR 163: AutoCAD I
    Prereq: none. An introduction to the uses of AutoCAD. This course will be geared towards familiarizing students with the basic commands and concepts for computer aided drafting (CAD), and how to manipulate them for the theatre. 1 cr.
  • CFA DR 164: AutoCAD II
    Prereq: CFA DR 163 or CFA DR 563 or consent of instructor. A continuation of CFA DR 163 or CFA DR 563 as a more advanced, in-depth study of AutoCAD. Goals will be based on improving the speed of drawing production, and learning new tools to help fit the specific needs of the student's area of focus. 1 cr.
  • CFA DR 165: Drafting I
    Prereq: none. Introduction to hand drafting, basic techniques, tools and approach to scenic technical and lighting design applications. 1 cr.
  • CFA DR 166: Drafting II
    Prereq: CFA DR 165 or CFA DR 565 or consent of instructor. Studio work in advanced drafting techniques, perspective drawing and rendering. 1 cr.
  • CFA DR 169: Photography
    Prereq: none. A general survey of the art and practices of photography. Focus is especially strong on aspects of: history of artists and images, history of technology, photographic processes, and basics of the camera and technology. 1 cr.
  • CFA DR 170: Photography
    Prereq: none. A general survey of the art and practices of photography. Focus is especially strong on aspects of: history of artists and images, history of technology, photographic processes, and basics of the camera and technology. 1 cr.
  • CFA DR 172: System Basics
    Prereq: none. Fundamentals of the physics of sound, basics of communication and video system, and components that make up a system and how they interconnect. Emphasis on systems in the Boston University Theatre, Studio, 210, and the Roberts and Wimberly theatres at the Calderwood Pavilion. Some lab exercises. 1 cr.
  • CFA DR 177: Photoshop
    Prereq: none. Studio work in basic to advanced Adobe Photoshop techniques. Project work is designed to accommodate skill level. 1 cr.
  • CFA DR 178: Photoshop
    Prereq: none. Studio work in basic to advanced Adobe Photoshop techniques. Project work is designed to accommodate skill level. 1 cr.
  • CFA DR 198: Stagecraft 1
    Meets late afternoons, evenings, and/or weekends. Specific production assignments as Run Crew, Wardrobe, Front of House, Board Operator or other duties as necessary in the mounting of student or professional productions. Credits assigned reflect scale of time and responsibility but generally one production equals one credit. Does not include off-crew design work. May be repeated for credit. 1 cr.
  • CFA DR 199: Stagecraft 1
    Prereq: none. Meets late afternoons, evenings, and/or weekends. Specific production assignments as Run Crew, Wardrobe, Front of House, Board Operator or other duties as necessary in the mounting of student or professional productions. Credits assigned reflect scale of time and responsibility but generally one production equals one credit. Does not include off-crew design work. May be repeated for credit. Variable Credit.
  • CFA DR 201: Modern Drama 1
    A survey of important plays and trends of the theatre from 1850 to 1950, with an emphasis on American and European dramatists. Students should expect frequent writing assignments. 3.0 credits – Fall semester only
  • CFA DR 202: Modern Drama 2
    A survey of important plays and trends from 1950-1990, with an emphasis on the play’s significance within the given culture. We will examine North American, British, European, and African writers, with a balance between recognized canonical works, and plays by writers historically excluded from the canon due to gender, ethnicity, or aesthetic orientation. Students should expect frequent writing assignments. 3.0 credits – Spring semester only
  • CFA DR 203: Aesthetics and Philosphy of Dance
    A survey of current theatrical and dance experience and practice with the Boston arts community, including the work of the Huntington Theatre Company, the American Repertory Theatre, Crash Arts, Mobius, Flee Celebrity Series, and various other venues. Lectures by faculty and visiting artists introduce each performance/exhibition experience and lead to thoughtful critical response. Course not only includes class time, but also attendance at five weekend performances. Ticket fee is approximately $100. 2 cr, 1st semester. (Also listed as PDP DA 203)
  • CFA DR 209: Role of Playwrt
  • CFA DR 210: Rle of Plywrt 2
  • CFA DR 211: Voice and Speech II
    Prereq: CFA DR 111, 112. Further development of the actor's voice in range and power, flexibility and greater facility in articulation. Introduction of International Phonetic Alphabet, responsiveness to poetic text. 2 cr, 1st semester.

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