College of Marin
Spring 2008 Schedule of Classes
DRAMA
Directed study courses are offered at the KTD campus.
DRAM 110 3.0 units
Intro to the Theatre
A survey course designed to develop an appreciation of theatre for majors
and nonmajors. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1882 Noble M
G TTh 9:40-11am, KTD/FA134
DRAM 126 3.0 units
Improvisation for the Theatre
A participatory class in which students practice improvisational
techniques designed to support live performances. The class will focus on
relaxation, concentration, spontaneity, and honesty. It will culminate in
a series of live performances. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1883 Killam P
T 7:10-10pm, KTD/FA32
DRAM 127 2.0 units
Improv Performance
Prerequisite: DRAM 126 ADVISED
This course is designed for students to rehearse as an ensemble, develop
performance skills, and perform on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. Transfer
Credit: CSU/UC
1884 Zilbersmith C
T 4:10-6pm, KTD/FA32
and 3hrs/wk TBA
DRAM 128 3.0 units
Improvisation II
Prerequisite: DRAM 126 ADVISED
An intermediate improv class for students with prior improv experience. We
will explore ensemble performance and become adept at different improv
genre; narrative, long form, social commentary, and dramatic improv.
Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1885 Killam P
B T 1:10-4pm, KTD/FA32
DRAM 130 3.0 units
Theory and Practice in Acting I
Prerequisite: TAKE WITH DRAM 134
This course includes exercises in characterization, pantomime,
improvisation, voice projection, and body movement. Attendance at the
first class meeting is mandatory. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
2474 Zilbersmith C
L M 1:10-4pm, KTD/FA32
and 1hr/wk TBA
DRAM 131 3.0 units
Theory and Practice in Acting II
Prerequisite: DRAM 130&134 ADVISED
Emphasizes the creation of character through intensive analysis and
rehearsal of scenes. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1886 Bihr J
B W 1:10-4pm, KTD/FA32
and 1hr/wk TBA
DRAM 134 1.0 unit
Acting for Director's Workshop
This course involves audition, rehearsal and performance in scenes from
DRAM 240. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1887 Bihr J
3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/FA134
First meeting Th 1/24, 12-1pm in FA 134.
DRAM 160 1.0 unit
Stage Production
Participate in backstage production work for current college drama
production. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1888 3/17-5/11 Zilbersmith C
M 7:10-10pm, KTD/FA32
and 3.6hrs/wk TBA, KTD/FA150
1889 1/28-3/16 Polen P, Krempetz R
M 7:10-10pm, KTD/FA150
and 3.6hrs/wk TBA, KTD/FA150
DRAM 161 1.0 unit
Prep and Crew: Sets & Properties
Participate in the construction of scenery and properties for a
production; backstage crew assignment during the performances of a
production. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1890 1/28-3/16 Polen P, Krempetz R
M 7:10-10pm, KTD/FA150
and 3.6hrs/wk TBA, KTD/FA150
DRAM 162 1.0 unit
Prep and Crew: Costumes
Participate in the construction of costumes for a production. Involves
backstage crew assignment during the run of a production. Transfer Credit:
CSU/UC
1891 1/28-3/16 Polen P, Krempetz R
M 7:10-10pm, KTD/FA150
and 3.6hrs/wk TBA, KTD/FA150
DRAM 163 1.0 unit
Prep and Crew: Light and Sound Production
Participate in preproduction preparation of lighting and sound and crew
work during the run of a production. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1892 1/28-3/16 Polen P, Krempetz R
M 7:10-10pm, KTD/FA150
and 3.6hrs/wk TBA, KTD/FA150
DRAM 230 3.0 units
Advanced Acting Techniques
Prerequisite: AUDITION
Intensive preparation and analysis of major roles in selected scenes from
plays of various types and periods. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1893 Bihr J
M 7:10-10pm, KTD/FA32
and 1hr/wk TBA
DRAM 240 3.0 units
Stage Direction
Prerequisite: DRAM 110,130,134 ADV
This course includes transferring from script to live action on stage,
auditions, casting, rehearsal, fundamentals of compositions, movement
characterization, and interpersonal relationships in play production.
Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1894 Bihr J
B Th 1:10-4pm, KTD/FA134
and 2hrs/wk TBA
DRAM 245 4.0 units
Rehearsal and Performance
Prerequisite: AUDITION,TAKE W/160
This course includes acting in the scheduled production of plays,
preproduction work in sets, lights, or costumes. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1895 1/23-3/16 Dunn J
TBA KTD/FA150
and 23.3hrs/wk TBA
DRAM 246 4.0 units
Rehearsal and Performance of a Modern Comedy
Prerequisite: AUDITION,TAKE W/160
Acting in the scheduled production of plays, preproduction work in sets,
lights, or costumes. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1896 3/17-5/11 Zilbersmith C
TBA KTD/FA32
and 26.3hrs/wk TBA
PRODUCTION SCHEDULE INFORMATION
SPRING 2008
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Author: William Shakespeare
Directed by: James Dunn; Musical Direction-Tara Flandreau
Choreography-Sandra Tanner
#1895 DRAM 245 Rehearsal and Performance
Auditions: Sat, Dec 1, 10am, FA 150
Callbacks: Tues, Dec 4, 7pm, FA 150
Rehearsals
Begin: Wed, Jan 23, 2007, 6:30pm, FA 150
Performances: (Dates) Feb 29; March 1, 7, 8, 14, & 15 at 8pm
March 9 and 16 at 2pm
Location) Fine Arts Theatre (FA 150)
Improv Commedia Dell'Arte
Author: Improvised
Directed by: Carla Zilbersmith
#1896 DRAM 246 Rehearsal and Performance of a Modern Comedy
Auditions: Tues, Jan. 15 at 7pm
Callbacks: Sat, Jan. 19 at 12noon
Rehearsals
Begin: March 17, 2008 and TBA
Performances: (Dates) April 25, 26; May 4, 5, 9, & 10 at 8pm
May 6 and 11 at 2pm
(Location) Studio Theatre (FA 32)
FOR INFO CALL THE DRAMA DEPARTMENT (415) 485-9555
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