Theatre and Dance, Department of

Introduction
Learning Goals and Student Learning Outcomes
Programs and Courses Offered

Department Chair

Bruce Goodrich

Department Office/Website

Clayes Performing Arts 139
657-278-3629
fullerton.edu/arts/theatredance

Faculty

Joseph Arnold, Evelyn Carol Case, Maria Cominis, Svetlana Efremova-Reed, John Fisher, Debra Garcia Lockwood, Bruce Goodrich, Susan Hallman, Mitchell Hanlon, Eve Himmelheber, Anne James, Lawrence Jasper, Robin Johnson, Muriel Joyce, Gladys Kares, Fred Kinney, William Lett, Bill Meyer, Dave Mickey, David Nevell, Debra Noble, Lawrence Peters, Mark Ramont, Alvin Rangel- Alvarado, Ann Sheffield, John Short, James R. Taulli, Jim Volz, Abel Zeballos

Introduction

The Department of Theatre and Dance undergraduate and graduate programs include the fields of acting, dance, directing, musical theatre, playwriting, technical production and design, and secondary teaching certification. Specifically, the coursework and production activities are arranged to provide opportunities for students to: (1) develop an appreciation for theatre arts and dance; (2) become aware, as audience or participants, of the shaping force of theatre arts and dance in society; (3) improve the knowledge and skills necessary for work in the theatrical arts profession and careers in dance; (4) pursue graduate studies; and (5) prepare for teaching theater and dance.

Public performance is at the center of the department’s programs. Therefore, continuing theatre and dance production activities are essential for all students, including the undergraduate student pursuing theatre within traditional, historical literary and theoretical contexts, as well as the undergraduate pre-professional, professional and graduate conservatory student.

The Dance program is designed to develop basic technique, ability to perform and fundamental principles that lead to a fuller appreciation of the art. Within a clear framework of technique and dance studies, students will encounter challenges in both areas. Public performance, as well as a sound academic schedule, is considered paramount.

The Department of Theatre and Dance is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance and the National Association of Schools of Theatre. The theatre undergraduate program ranks among the top 16 schools in the nation according to the Performing Arts Major’s College Guide published by Macmillan Books. The dance program is also ranked among such noteworthy programs as Cornell, Duke, Hofstra and Brigham Young Universities.

Learning Goals and Student Learning Outcomes

Theatre Arts

The following goals and learning outcomes have been established for students pursuing a degree in Theatre Arts:

Practitioners

Be competent and reflective practitioners of the art of theatre through performance, design, playwriting, choreography or work backstage
Be capable of living a culturally rich life
Be passionate and confident about their work by successful performance, design and technical work
Practice successful collaboration through work on production and showcases
Are intellectually, technically, creatively, and technologically prepared to be artistic member of their communities

Critical Thinkers

Be intellectually curious and decisive in exploring new avenues of expression
Be able to analyze a play or musical and apply that knowledge to a specific theatre project

Theatre Scholars

Have a basic knowledge of theatre history, literature and theory
Exercise professional standards of oral, written and graphic communication

Dance

The following learning goals and learning outcomes have been established for students pursuing a degree in Dance:

Practitioners

Be competent and reflective practitioners of the art of dance
Be capable of living a culturally rich life accomplished through the study of dance, literature and criticism
Be passionate and confident about their work which is achieved through live performance
Practice successful collaboration through performance and choreography for showcases and concerts
Are intellectually, creatively, and technologically prepared to be artistic member of their communities

Critical Thinkers

Be intellectually curious and decisive in exploring new avenues of expression
Exercise professional standards of oral, and written communication through reviews, critiques, and final projects

Dance Scholars

Have a basic knowledge of dance history, literature and theory
Have well-rounded educational backgrounds acquired through studies in general education

Programs and Courses Offered

Programs

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Master of Fine Arts

Courses

Theatre

Courses are designated as THTR in the class schedule.

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