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Department of Theatre Arts Chairperson: John Lutterbie Administrative Assistant: Ed Quinn Office: 3046 Staller Center for the Arts Phone: 632-7300 Web Address: http://i-lab-pc.theatre.sunysb.edu/ Minors of particular interest to students majoring in theatre arts: dance (DAN), English (EGL), interdisciplinary arts (LIA), media arts (MDA) Theatre Arts is traditionally the study of the dramatic event typified by productions associated with the New York stage, whether it be Broadway or Off-Broadway. In recent years, however, the concept of theatre has expanded to include performances from around the world, extending from the most sacred rituals to the most profane performance art. What was once the study of the live actor before a live audience now requires an investigation into the impact of technology and media on the practice of theatre. This exciting and expanding discipline defines the department of theatre arts at Stony Brook, where students can study acting, design, and directing; immerse themselves in playwriting, dance, and media; and explore interactive computing technologies as a tool of study and a means of personal expression. The objective of study in theatre arts is to provide students with the opportunity to explore a range of self-expressive forms. Students are introduced to the practical tools necessary to communicate effectively through the theatre, dance, the media, and technology. In addition, they investigate the historical and theoretical basis on which these art forms are based, giving them a strong foundation on which to pursue the many opportunities available to a student graduating as a theatre major. Students graduate with a strong background in the liberal and theatre arts. After graduation they may pursue theatre-related careers, go on to further study, or enter other professions such as law, business, publishing, advertising, communications, computer graphics, and public relations. Courses Offered in Theatre Arts Requirements for the Major in Theatre Arts The major in theatre arts leads to the Bachelor of Arts degree. All courses for the major in theatre arts must be passed with a letter grade of C or higher. Completion of the major requires 48 credits. Theatre Arts Core Program Two of the following courses: THR 105 Acting I THR 117 Film, Video and Audio Narrative THR 164 Tap Technique and History THR 165 Modern Dance Technique I THR 166 Ballet Technique I THR 167 Jazz Dance Technique THR 115 Stagecraft I THR 116 Stagecraft II THR 104 Play Analysis THR 216 Introduction to Visual Interpretation One of the following courses: THR 315 European Theatre and Drama: The Classical Era THR 316 European Theatre and Drama: The Modern Era THR 312 American Theatre and Drama THR 313 Asian Theatre and Drama THR 320 Production I THR 321 Production II One of the following courses: THR 401 Senior Seminar THR 488 Internship Electives Twelve additional credits in one of the following areas: performance and playwriting; design and technical theatre; dance, media, and technology; or his-tory, theatre, and criticism. Upper-Division Writing Requirement Before the end of the second semester of the junior year, each student submits to the director of undergraduate studies a portfolio of at least two papers written for different instructors in upper-division theatre courses. The director of undergraduate studies, in consultation with the faculty, evaluates the papers to determine the writing competence of the student. Note: Students majoring in theatre arts may not satisfy D.E.C. categories B and D with THR courses. Honors Program in Theatre Arts The honors program is open to seniors majoring in theatre arts who have maintained a grade point average of 3.0 overall and 3.25 in the major. Students should apply for the honors program at the end of their junior year. The student must find a faculty member of the department to act as sponsor and, with the approval of the sponsor, submit a written proposal for a project to the department. Acceptance into the honors program depends upon the approval of the proposal by the department. The project may be in history, criticism, directing, media, technology, performance, design, or management. The honors project is reviewed by at least two members of the Department of Theatre Arts faculty and one outside evaluator. If the honors project is carried out with distinction and the student has achieved a 3.5 g.p.a. in all theatre arts courses taken during the senior year, honors are conferred. Course credit for the honors project is given under THR 487. Guidelines are available in the department office. Minor in Theatre Arts The minor in theatre arts provides the student with the opportunity to explore several aspects of the dramatic arts. The course of study should lead the student to an understanding of the necessary next steps should his or her interest be sharpened by the experience. Requirements for the Minor All courses offered for the minor must be passed with a letter grade of C or higher. At least 12 of the 21 credits must be taken at Stony Brook. Completion of the minor requires 21 credits. Theatre Arts Minor Core Program THR 105 Acting I One of the following courses: THR 115 Stagecraft I THR 116 Stagecraft II One of the following courses: THR 320 Production I THR 321 Production II One of the following courses: THR 312 American Theatre and Drama THR 313 Asian Theatre and Drama THR 315 European History and Drama: The Classical Era THR 316 European History and Drama: The Modern Era Electives Nine credits to be chosen from courses in theatre arts, six of which must be upper division. Note: Students who choose upper-division theatre electives for the requisite 9 credits (see B. above) need only take an additional 3 credits of upper division elective work to satisfy University requirements.

Faculty Phillip Baldwin, Assistant Professor, M.F.A., Yale University School of Drama: Design. Paul Kassel, Assistant Professor, M.F.A., Florida State University/ Asolo Conservatory. Theresa Kim, Assistant Professor, Ph.D., New York University: Acting; Asian drama. John Lutterbie, Associate Professor and Graduate Studies Director, Ph.D., University of Washington: Theory; history; criticism. Deborah Mayo, Instructor, M.F.A., Yale University: Acting; youth theatre. Norman Prusslin, Adjunct Instructor, B.A., State University of New York at Stony Brook: Radio broadcasting; media leadership. Amy Sullivan, Associate Professor, M.F.A., University of North Carolina at Greensboro: Modern dance with emphasis on performance and choreography. Adjunct Faculty Estimated number: 6 Teaching Assistants Estimated number: 6