Fall 2021
Lighting Design
Listed in: Theater and Dance, as THDA-261
Formerly listed as: THDA-42
Faculty
Kathy C. Couch (Section 01)
Description
An introduction to the theory and techniques of lighting for performance, with emphasis on the aesthetic, historical, cultural, and practical aspects of the art form. Students' practice of the techniques will be grounded in the deepening of understanding the way light acts upon the body and, thus, shapes our perceptions, our meaning-making, and our lived experiences.
Requisite: THDA 112 or consent of the instructor. Lab work in lighting technology. Fall semester. Resident Lighting Designer Couch.
Expectations
Students who enroll in this course will likely encounter and be expected to engage in the following intellectual skills, modes of learning, and assessment: This course will involve regular attendance and class participation, class discussion, reading, viewing and writing assignments, group work outside of class, rehearsal or other artistic assignments, as well as physical or vocal performance work and/or visual, aural, and physical analysis as applicable. Attendance at performances outside of class may also be required. Students with documented disabilities who will require accommodations in this course should be in consultation with Accessibility Services and reach out to the faculty member as soon as possible to ensure that accommodations can be made in a timely manner.
Course times and locations
THDA 261 - L/D
Section 01
Tu 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM WEBS 19
Offerings
2024-25: Not offered
Other years: Offered in
Fall 2011,
Spring 2013,
Fall 2014,
Fall 2015,
Fall 2016,
Fall 2017,
Fall 2018,
Fall 2019,
Fall 2020,
Fall 2021