THTR1130 · Theater
Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences
This course is required for theatre majors and minors, but it is also open to interested non-majors by permission. Minors please get permission from Theatre Department for registration. Elements I introduces the history, theory, and practice of technical theatre production through lectures, discussions, observation and hands-on experience. The class consists of two paths of learning. The first will be practicing the necessary skills for the preparation of scenery, props, costumes and lights. Students will be required to learn to safely rig scenery, use many power tools, hang and focus lighting equipment, and cut and stitch fabric. The second path develops literacy in the visual design elements as it applies to theatre and theatrical spaces. A number of exercises will expand your visualization and creative skills. Required for Theater Majors and Minors.
Course experience
Averages use the original five-point historical evaluation scale.
Organization
4.4 / 5
How well the course was organized
Challenge
4.3 / 5
How intellectually challenging students found it
Attendance
4.7 / 5
How necessary attendance was
Assignments
4.5 / 5
How helpful assignments were
Weekly effort
~3.5
hours per week
Estimated from the original workload response buckets. Individual sections may differ.
Instructor options
Ratings below reflect the evaluations connected to this course.
Professor, Theatre Department
4.7 / 5
4.0 / 5
Production Manager, Theatre Department
4.2 / 5
4.0 / 5
Assistant Professor of the Practice, Theatre Department
4.5 / 5
4.2 / 5
Production Manager (Temporary), Theatre Department
2.6 / 5
3.8 / 5
Across time
Available section-level results across semesters.
Spring 2025
3 sectionsSpring 2024
3 sectionsSpring 2023
3 sectionsSpring 2022
3 sectionsSpring 2021
3 sectionsSpring 2020
3 sections