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PLAY DEVELOPMENT THEA 1990/2990/3990
G132 OF THE ARTS AND SCIENCES
Phillip DePoy
Office G130 A&S Building; phone 678-466-4715; email PhillipDePoy@clayton.edu
DESCRIPTION: This course is the rehearsal process for the play produced by the theatre program for each semester. Permission of the Instructor is required. Casting, rehearsal, technical and dress rehearsals, and performances are all required for the course. A degree of theatrical proficiency is also required.
Individuals with disabilities who need to request accommodations should contact the Disability Services Coordinator, Student Center 214, 770-961-3719, disabilityservices@mail.clayton.edu.
Notebook Computer Requirement: Each CCSU student is required to have ready access throughout the semester to a notebook computer that meets faculty-approved hardware and software requirements for the student's academic program. Students will sign a statement attesting to such access. For further information on CCSU's Official Notebook Computer Policy, please go to http://itpchoice.clayton.edu/policy.htm.
Computer Skill Prerequisites:
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Able to use the WindowsTM operating system. |
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Able to use the Microsoft WordTM word processing program. |
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Able to send and receive e-mail using the OutlookTM or Outlook ExpressTM program |
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Able to attach and retrieve attached files via email. |
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Able to use a Web browser. |
In-class Use of Student Notebook Computers:
Student notebook computers will not be used in the classroom in this course. Computers will be required to access course materials and to communicate with your instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:
The student will acquire an experience of rehearsing and performing a play in a professional atmosphere.
General education outcomes: The following links provide tabular descriptions of the communications outcome and the critical thinking outcome components
Communications outcomes components
Critical thinking outcomes components
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
The student must attend all class/rehearsals, participate in discussions/collaborations; be present at EVERY technical and dress rehearsals and ALL Performances. A total of 3 times tardy will equal 1 absence. More than 2 unexcused absences will result in the lowering of the final grade by 1 letter. GRADING: (80%) attendance/demeanor (including timely memorization of lines as defined in class), 20% effectiveness of final performances as defined by instructor and audience. Standard grading points apply, 90-100=A; 80-89=B., etc.) The exams will not be made up without an excused absence (see below). Students may be expected to attend local theatrical events. The student is responsible for buying tickets (discount rates, show student id) and transportation.
Students are absolutely required to be in class on time every class date. Student is expected to take notes and be attentive in class. ALL CELL PHONES, PAGERS, BEEPERS, TIMERS, AND OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES OF THIS SORT MUST BE TURNED OFF AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS. If a student’s cell phone rings in class, the student may be asked to leave class and be counted as absent. Tardiness of more than 15 minutes will be considered an absence. Only an illness verified in writing by a doctor or proof of incarceration will be considered an excused absence. NO PERFORMANCE IS EXCUSED NO MATTER WHAT THE CIRCUMSTANCE. The student is allowed 2 unexcused absences from rehearsals. More than 2 unexcused absences will drop the student’s grade by one letter; every subsequent absence drops the grade another letter. Classroom behavior can also have an effect on the student’s grade. STUDENTS MUST ASSUME THAT THE STAGE MANAGER IS EQUAL TO THE INSTRUCTOR IN THE COURSE.
Sources of Help:
1. The Center for Learning Enhancement (L Building, lower level through the double doors).
2. The College Library (L Building, Main level).
3. The Computer Lab (L Building, lower level).
4. Services provided through the Dean of Students' Office (Student Center, upper level):
a. Office of Counseling and Career Guidance
b. Lyceum and General Entertainment programs
Mid-term Progress Report
The mid-term grade in this course which will be issued in a timely fashion and reflects approximately 30% of the entire course grade. Based on this grade, students may choose to withdraw from the course and receive a grade of "W." Students pursuing this option must fill out an official withdrawal form, available in the Office of the Registrar, by mid-term, which occurs on October 14.
Additional course Policies:
Students must abide by policies in the Clayton State University Student Handbook, and the Basic Undergraduate Student Responsibilities.
Any type of activity that is considered dishonest by reasonable standards may constitute academic misconduct. The most common forms of academic misconduct are cheating and plagiarism. All instances of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of zero for the work involved. All instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the Office of Student Life/Judicial Affairs. Judicial procedures are described at
http://adminservices.clayton.edu/studentlife/judicial_affairs.htm.
The use of simple calculators is allowed for all quizzes and examinations. All examinations are closed book. No student-produced "memory sheets" or note cards are allowed. An instructor-produced reference data pamphlet will be provided for all quizzes and examinations.
No smoking, eating or drinking is permitted at any time in the classroom.
Course Schedule: Rehearsal schedules TBD for every production.