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Theatre - Stage Make-up

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Department
Theatre
Coursename
DRAM-1341
Title
Stage Make-up
Instructor
Alvin Newburg
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course
Description
Examine and practice theory of stage make-up covering straight, corrective and character.
Hours
(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
Class Type
On Campus Course
Term
2010 Spring
Disability Statement
Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact disAbility Services, (SSC 125, 371-5436) as soon as possible.
Student Performance and Learning Outcomes

(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. Collect and correctly utilize the tools and materials for stage makeup.
2. Develop varying techniques for makeup application.
3. Demonstrate creativity in four different makeup projects.
4. Compile a photographic morgue for research and inspiration.

Instructor Attendance Policy

Please see Amarillo College's Attendance Policy in your catalog.

Office Hours

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.

Grading Criteria

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

Makeup Policy

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.

Required Exams

Project 1: Modeling/Middle Age = 15% of overall grade
Project 2: Non-Realistic = 15%
Project 3: Creating a Likeness/Sex Reversal = 15%
Makeup Morgue = 20%
Participation = 15%

Final Exams

Final Project = 20% of overall grade

Course Objectives

This course is designed to give the theatre major or interested student the basic tools and techniques for creating makeup effects for the stage.
As a course that is based firmly in laboratory practice, the student will gain the necessary skills to apply makeup, to him or herself and to others, through daily application and observation.
Developing a personal style that conveys the illusionary art of makeup is the ultimate goal for the student in this course.

Course Outline
Expected Student Behavior

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.

Supplies

Start-up Makeup Kit
Tackle Box
Smock
Towels
Tissues
Makeup Remover
Moisturizer
Makeup Brush Cleaner
Powder and Brushes

Reference Works
Manuals
Textbooks

Corson, Richard. Stage Makeup. 10th ed. Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey: Prentice Hall Publishing, 2002. ISBN 0-13-840539-5.

Websites

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