OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2021-22
[Archived Catalog]
Stage Management Major (B.F.A.) |
Major code BF5168
College of Fine Arts
School of Theater
Kantner Hall 307B
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: 740.593.4818
Fax: 740.593.4817
theater@ohio.edu
http://www.finearts.ohio.edu/theater/
Merri Biechler, contact person
biechler@ohio.edu
Program Overview
The stage management program prepares students for entry into the professional theater as stage managers. The program provides practical experience to develop techniques and skills. During the first two years, students should complete much of the theater core and University General Education requirements. In addition to the coursework, students will have ongoing guidance, mentoring, and evaluation from their advisors. Although not required, when appropriate, students are encouraged to pursue an off-campus internship. All theater majors are required to attain a minimum grade of C (2.0) in any theater course required for graduation. A student who is struggling academically or programmatically will receive a letter of concern or be placed on probation.
Admissions Information
Freshman/First-Year Admission
Students wishing to enter Bachelor of Fine Arts degree (BFA) in Theater must interview for entrance into the program and meet the University’s admission requirements. Interview, portfolio, and letter of recommendations are required for admission to specialized BFA programs.
Change of Program Policy
Students interested in Stage Management are expected to complete the Theater Foundation Core during their first year of study. Interviews for all specialized Theater BFA programs are held annually. Admission to the Stage Management BFA program is based on an interview, letter of recommendations and portfolio presentation with the faculty. Upon successful admission, change of major paperwork should be initiated at the College of Fine Arts Deans Office.
External Transfer Admission
Students interested in Stage Management are expected to complete the Theater Foundation Core during their first year of study. Interviews for all specialized Theater BFA programs are held annually. Admission to the Stage Management BFA program is based on an interview, letter of recommendations and portfolio presentation with the faculty. Upon successful admission, change of major paperwork should be initiated at the College of Fine Arts Deans Office.
Opportunities Upon Graduation
Students completing their B.F.A. in stage management commonly choose to enter the professional market for performing arts companies, specialized production companies or pursue graduate study.
Requirements
Universitywide Graduation Requirements
To complete this program, students must meet all Universitywide graduation requirements .
Complete two of the following courses:
- THAR 1110 - Fundamentals of Performance I Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 1111 - Fundamentals of Performance II Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 1130 - Acting Fundamentals I Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 2130 - Acting Fundamentals II Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 2180 - Voice and Speech Training Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 3162 - Stage Combat Credit Hours: 3
Theater History
Complete the following courses:
- THAR 2710 - Theater and Performance History I Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 2711 - Theater and Performance History II Credit Hours: 3
Upper Level History and Criticism
Complete two of the following courses. All eligible courses are repeatable.
- THAR 4710 - Seminar in Theater History and Drama: Selected Topics Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 4720 - Forms of Drama Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 4730 - American Theater and Drama Credit Hours: 3
Upper Level Literature
Complete one ENG course at the 3000-level or above. Recommendedis ENG 3010 ENG 3010 - Shakespeare or ENG 3020 ENG 3020 - Topics in Shakespeare .
Production Practicum
Complete at least three of the following courses for a minimum total of 6 hours. All eligible courses are repeatable.
- THAR 2300 - Practicum in Production Design Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- THAR 2600 - Practicum in Production Stage Management Credit Hours: 1 - 6
- THAR 3300 - Practicum in Production Design Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- THAR 3600 - Practicum in Production Stage Management Credit Hours: 1 - 6
- THAR 4300 - Practicum in Production Design Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- THAR 4700 - Practicum in Dramaturgy Credit Hours: 1 - 6
Directed Electives
Complete one course for a miniumum of 1 credit hour:
- DANC 1010 - Intro to Modern Dance Credit Hours: 1
- DANC 1020 - Intro to Dance Ballet Credit Hours: 1
- DANC 1040 - Intro to Dance Jazz I Credit Hours: 1
- DANC 1050 - Introduction to African Dance Technique Credit Hours: 1.5
- MUS 1000 - Introduction to Music Theory Credit Hours: 3
- MUS 1011 - Music Theory Non-Majors I Credit Hours: 3
- MUS 1471 - Class Voice Non-Majors Credit Hours: 1
- MUS 1651 - Class Folk Guitar for Non-Music Majors I Credit Hours: 1
- THAR 3330 - Scene Painting Credit Hours: 1 - 3
- THAR 3380 - Introduction to Props and Crafts Techniques Credit Hours: 1 - 3
- THAR 4312 - Lighting Design: Cueing Credit Hours: 3
Design and Production
Complete the following courses:
- THAR 2350 - Stagecraft: Scenery Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 2360 - Stagecraft: Costume Construction Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 2390 - Theatrical Design Skills: The Text and Concept Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 3319 - Stage Electrics Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 3392 - Drafting for the Theater Credit Hours: 3
Organizational Management and Psychology
Complete one of the following courses:
- COMS 2500 - Organization Communication for Nonmajors Credit Hours: 3
- COMS 3060 - Interpersonal Conflict Management Credit Hours: 3
- MGT 2000 - Introduction to Management Credit Hours: 3
- MGT 3300 - Human Resource Management Credit Hours: 3
- MGT 3400 - Organizational Behavior Credit Hours: 3
- MGT 3500 - Theories of Organizational Effectiveness Credit Hours: 3
- MGT 3550 - Creativity and Innovation Management Credit Hours: 3
- PSY 1010 - General Psychology Credit Hours: 3
- PSY 2510 - Social Psychology Credit Hours: 3
- PSY 2720 - Psychology of Personality Credit Hours: 3
Supporting Performance Study
Complete one of the following courses:
- DANC course eligible with departmental approval
- MUS course eligible with departmental approval
- THAR 3162 - Stage Combat Credit Hours: 3
Directing
Complete one of the following courses:
- THAR 3210 - Beginning Directing Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 4210 - Intermediate Directing Credit Hours: 3
Math and Financial Comprehension
Complete one of the following courses:
- ACCT 1005 - Accounting for Business Activities Credit Hours: 3
- ACCT 1010 - Foundations of Accounting Credit Hours: 3
- ECON 1000 - Survey of Economics Credit Hours: 3
- ECON 1030 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit Hours: 3
- ECON 1040 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit Hours: 3
- MATH 1090 - Consumer Mathematics Credit Hours: 3
Stage Management Seminars
Complete the following courses for a minimum of 9 hours:
- THAR 3605 - Stage Management 1: Fundamentals of Stage Management Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 3608 - Stage Management II Credit Hours: 3
- THAR 3610 - Stage Management Seminar Credit Hours: 1 - 3
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(Complete seminar three times for one credit hour each)
Stage Management Senior Project
Complete a minimum of 5 hours of the following course. THAR 4600 requires concurrent registration of at least 1 hour in THAR 3610.
- THAR 4600 - Practicum in Stage Management: Senior Project Credit Hours: 1 - 6
Stage Management Practicum
Complete one of the following courses for at least 3 hours.
- THAR 2600 - Practicum in Production Stage Management Credit Hours: 1 - 6
- THAR 3600 - Practicum in Production Stage Management Credit Hours: 1 - 6
- THAR 4600 - Practicum in Stage Management: Senior Project Credit Hours: 1 - 6