TA 420 - Stagecraft

    Recent Professors
    B. Kathryn Burleson
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of TA 420
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is an introduction to technical theatre and the creation of scenic elements for theatre, film or television. It covers design styles, painting, set construction, set movement techniques, properties construction, backstage and rehearsal organization and management, and career possibilities. The course combines lectures, reading and projects with practical experience gained from working on department productions. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 18 hours which may include scenery construction, props, and painting.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:30pm–2:20pm, Mon Wed 12:00pm–1:20pm, Mon Wed 2:30pm–3:50pm