James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2003

TH3102:06

Fundamentals of Theatre Production

Townsville HECS Band 1

39 hours practicals. Semester 2.

Available to all students except those enrolled in the BT.

This subject examines many areas associated with “backstage” theatre. Students learn the hierarchical structure of a typical Theatre Company, the roles of those concerned, the essential skills associated with sound, lighting, set and stage management.

Learning Objectives:

  1. to enable students to develop technical knowledge necessary for the production of theatre;
  2. to develop skills aimed at a more professional approach to the staging of theatre in an educational situation.

Assessment by three minor papers (50%); practical skills tests (50%).