THTR 230 - Principles of Directing I

    Recent Professors
    mschleicher@riohondo.edu, wkorf@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Summer 2025, Spring 2023, Fall 2021
    Class Size
    10–26 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    THTR 110
    Summer 2025 Sections
    View Summer 2025 sections of THTR 230
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course introduces students to the directing process for the stage. Students learn about the history and techniques of the stage director, use of the stage, play selection and analysis, casting the play, working with actors, blocking the action, picturization, character development, rhythm, and the organization of the audition and rehearsal process. Emphasis is placed on class activities such as exercises in staging techniques and directing short scenes. Students also explore career opportunities including stage management and assistant directing.
    Usually Held
    Mon 4:00pm–4:50pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 1:00pm–2:30pm