Stage Make-up Syllabus for 2017-2018
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Course

DRAM-1341-001 Stage Make-up

Prerequisites

Course Description

Examine and practice theory of stage make-up covering straight, corrective and character.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Sobel, Sharon. Stage Makeup; Basic Application Techniques. New York and London: Focal Press; 2016.ISBN 978-1-138-79876-2

A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare (Do not have to purchase but

         will have to read for the final project)

Supplies

Start-up Makeup Kit
Tackle Box (or another storage for make-up supplies)

Towels
Tissues

Makeup Remover
Moisturizer
Makeup Brush Cleaner
Powder and Brushes

Smock (optional)

 

Student Performance

(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.

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.

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Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

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 hair should be kept back/up out of the face.

Grading Criteria

Project 1: Middle Age = 10%

Project 2: Old Age = 10%

Project 3: Wounds and Bruises = 10%

Project 4: Non-Realistic = 10%

Project 5: Creating a Likeness/Sex Reversal = 10%

Final Project = 20%

Makeup Morgue = 10%

Participation = 12%

Critique = 8%

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

Worksheets are considered in the grading as a part of the makeup.

Late makeup presentations will receive a 10-point deduction for being late.  It is up to the student to make arrangements with the instructor to present the missed makeup.  Missed makeup presentations must be completed within one week of the original due date.

**The Final Project must be presented on the due date as there will be no opportunity to present a late Final Project.

Critique is due before (and will not be accepted after) March 5 @ 11:59pm. The student MUST consult with the AC Writer's Corner (either online or in person) before submitting.

Attendance

Attendance will be considered in the "Participation" grade.

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Additional Information

www.TheatreAC.org