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DRAM 1120   Rehearsal And Performance I (1)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number THE 114.
Prerequisite: None.
Participation in the class may include any phase of rehearsal and performance of the current theatrical presentation. This course may be repeated for credit. (3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005015226

DRAM 1121   Demonstration Lab (1)
Former course prefix/number THE 199/DRAM 1170.
Prerequisite: None.
Scenes studied in various theatre classes are demonstrated to show contrast and different styles. This course may be repeated for credit. (1 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005015226

DRAM 1221   Rehearsal And Performance II (2)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number THE 210.
Prerequisite: None.
Participation in the class may include any phase of rehearsal and performance of the current theatrical presentation. This course may be repeated for credit. (6 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005015226

DRAM 1310   Introduction To The Theatre (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number THE 101.
Prerequisite: None.
The various aspects of theatre are surveyed. Topics include plays, playwrights, directing, acting, theatres, artists, and technicians. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005015126

DRAM 1330   Stagecraft I (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number THE 103.
Prerequisite: None.
The technical aspects of play production are studied. Topics include shop procedures, the planning and fabrication of scenic elements, and backstage operations. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005025126

DRAM 1341   Make-Up For The Stage (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number THE 105.
Prerequisite: None.
The craft of make-up is explored. Both theory and practice are included. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005025226

DRAM 1351   Acting I (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number THE 106.
Prerequisite: None.
The theory of acting and various exercises are presented. Body control, voice, interpretation, characterization, and stage movement are included. Both individual and group activities are used. Specific roles are analyzed and studied. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005035126

DRAM 1352   Acting II (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number THE 107.
Prerequisite: Drama 1351 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor.
This course is a continuation of Drama 1351. Emphasis is on characterization and ensemble acting. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005035126

DRAM 2336   Voice And Articulation (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number THE 109.
Prerequisite: None.
Students may register for either Speech 1342 or Drama 2336 but may receive credit for only one of the two. Emphasis is on improving voice and pronunciation. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005035226

DRAM 2351   Scene Study I (3)
This is a common course number. Common Course Number THE 205.
Prerequisite: Drama 1351 and 1352.
Emphasis is on the study, rehearsal and performance of selected scenes of various periods and styles. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005035126

DRAM 2352   Scene Study II (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number THE 207.
Prerequisite: Drama 2351.
This course is a continuation of Drama 2351. Emphasis is on individual needs of the performer and the various styles of production. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005035126

DRAM 2374   Lighting Design (3)
This is a unique need course. Former course prefix/number THE 209.
Prerequisite: None.
The design and techniques of lighting are covered. Topics include instrumentation, electricity, control and practical experience. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005029126

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Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.