Theatre Arts
12 courses · Laney College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
THART 2 Introduction to the Theatre Arts
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- THTR 111
Introduction to the relationship of theatre to various cultures throughout history, and on the contributions of significant individual artists: Elements of the production process including playwriting, acting, directing, design, and criticism. Survey of different periods, styles and genres of theatre through play reading, discussion, films and viewing and critiquing live theatre, including required attendance of theatre productions.
THART 11 Principles and Theory of Improvisation
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to the principles and theory of improvisation: Improvised acting and development of dramatic imagination, problem solving, and communicative potential through increasing grasp of dramatic processes.
THART 20 Script Analysis
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- THTR 114
Script analysis for theatrical production: Principles, theories and techniques of play script analysis.
THART 21 Acting I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- THTR 151
Application basic acting theory to performance and develops the skills of interpretation of drama through acting: Skills for performance including line-learning, stage movement, vocal production, and interpretation of text.
THART 22 Acting II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- THART 021.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- THTR 152
Continuation of Acting I: Exploration of theories and techniques used in preparation for the interpretation of drama through acting. Emphasis placed on deepening the understanding of the acting process through character analysis, monologues, and scenes.
THART 31 Rehearsal and Production I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 9 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- THTR 191
Theatrical production and performance: Practical and creative experience producing a performance for an audience.
THART 32 Rehearsal and Production II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 9 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- THART 031.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Continuation of THART 31: More extensive practical and creative experiences in the work and art of producing a performance for an audience at an intermediate level.
THART 33 Rehearsal and Production III
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 9 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- THART 032.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Continuation of THART 32: More extensive practical and creative experience in the work and art of producing a performance for an audience at an advanced level.
THART 34 Rehearsal and Production IV
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 9 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- THART 033.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Continuation of THART 33: Continuation of practical and creative experiences in the work and art of producing a performance for an audience at a professional level.
THART 40 Stagecraft
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- THTR 171
Practical experience in various phases of technical theatre: Scene design, lighting, sounds, costumes, set construction, painting; organizing a production.
THART 41 Introduction to Stage Lighting
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- THTR 173
Study and execution stage lighting: Emphasis on equipment, control, color and their relationship to design.
THART 49 Independent Study in Theatre Arts
- Units
- .5-5
- Hours
- .5 - 5 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
In-depth exploration of an area or problem of the student's choice not covered by regular catalog offerings in theater arts. Student must obtain approval from an appropriate faculty member. For more details, see the section on independent study in the college catalog.