Course Syllabi

(minimum competencies)

After studying the material presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program.

1. Recognize and properly use sewing machines, notions, and related equipment.
2. POSSESS A DEEP RESPECT FOR THE THEATRE`S SAFETY PROCEDURES.
3. Understand basic costume construction techniques that can be applied to any production.
4. Utilize and understand theatrical terminology.
5. Apply basic patterning and design skills.

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In-Class Hours:
Monday 10:30-11:45AM, 1:00-5:00PM
Tuesday 9:00-11:45AM, 1:00-5:00PM
Wednesday 10:30-11:45AM, 1:00-5:00PM
Thursday 9:00-11:45AM, 1:00-5:00PM
Friday 9:00-11:45AM, 1:00PM-5:00PM

In-Office Hours:
By Appointment Only. Mr. Newburg floats between Music Building 305, The Experimental Theatre, and The Concert Hall-Theatre on the Washington Street Campus, so personal meetings must be scheduled via email or telephone.

A = 90-100 overall competency percentage
B = 80-89
C = 70-79
D = 60-69
F = 0-59

Makeup of missed tests and/or exams are left to the discretion of the instructor and only upon receipt of documentation justifying absence. Details to be discussed on first day of class.

Tests = 20% of overall grade
Sewing Projects = 20% 
Sketching/Painting Assignments = 20%
Participation = 20%

Final Costume Design Project (TBD) = 20% of overall average 

This course is designed to familiarize the student with the basics of costume construction. Through demonstration and practice, the theatre major or interested student will be able to apply knowledge from this course to the real-world production of plays at this school and at other venues.

Extensive demonstration, terminology, and application will give the student a comfortable and confident understanding of technical procedures used in the theatrical costume shop.

A final look at rendering and design will give the student a taste for production design as well as the ability to read plates and swatches and understand them.

Proper attire should be worn to class as much of the instruction is laboratory based. No shorts, dresses, skirts, sandals, slippers,high-heeled footwear, or long/excessive jewelry permitted. Long hairshould be kept back/up out of the face.

Skecthing Pencils: Ebony, 2B, B, and 2H
Sketchbook (11"x14")
Watercolor Tablet (11"x14")

Handouts given in class.

Gillette, J. Michael. Theatrical Design and Production. 6th ed. McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.,New York, 2008. ISBN 0-07-351419-5.

Theatre AC