- PA-001
- Introduction to Theater
- Credit(s) 3
Introduction to Theater
Performing Arts 001 is a survey of major dramatic covered include the purpose
of theatre, major historical literary periods and their relation- ships to the socio-economic
and political issues of their times, a behind-the-scenes look at play production,
multi-cultural contributions to Western theatre, and contemporary trends. Lectures
will be combined with play reading and viewing of video taped scenes.(AA/AS, CSU,UC)
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory(s):
- ENG 051A
- Transfers to:
- Transfers to both UC/CSU
- C-ID:
- THTR 111
- PA-003
- Film Appreciation
- Credit(s) 3
Film Appreciation
PA 003 looks at the cinema as a 20th century art form. Students will view historically
and artistically significant films in class and learn how to analyze and critique
them. Students will develop an understanding of the artistic and technical aspects
of film, as well as the business and politics of the film industry. (AA/AS, CSU, UC)
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory(s); ENG 051A:
- Transfers to:
- Transfers to both UC/CSU
- PA-004
- Beginning Dance
- Credit(s) 1
Beginning Dance
PA 004 is a course in which students will learn the elements of dance: space,
time, and energy. They will be introduced to basic techniques of classical ballet,
modern dance, jazz, and Latin dance. Emphasis is placed on the creative process of
dance. Students will work toward a performance for school or community audiences.
- Class Hours:
- 9.00 Lecture | 27.00 Laboratory
- Transfers to:
- Transfers to both UC/CSU
- PA-008
- Intermediate Dance
- Credit(s) 1
Intermediate Dance
PA 008 is a reinforcement of the fundamentals of dance techniques with emphasis
on placement and alignment of the body and other preparatory work necessary for the
establishment of a sound technical foundation. This course provides further development
of knowledge, skills, abilities and appreciation through daily practice, vocabulary,
and history of dance. Students at this level must be competent at the beginning level
and ready to perform longer and more complex movement sequences. Students will work
toward a performance for school or community audiences.
- Class Hours:
- 9.00 Lecture | 27.00 Laboratory
- Take PA-4:
- Transfers to:
- Transfers to both UC/CSU
- PA-014
- Fundamentals of Acting
- Credit(s) 3
Fundamentals of Acting
PA 014 is designed to introduce the novice actor to the theater. With emphasis
on personal and artistic growth in a supportive environment, the student will learn
proper methods of warming up and basic vocal, physical, emotional, and psychological
characterizations. The student will develop confidence on stage by performing in
short scenes and by learning techniques of auditioning, including monologues, prepared
scripts and cold readings. This course will also include theater games and a backstage
tour of the West Hills College theater facility. (AA/AS, CSU)
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- Transfers to:
- Transfers to both UC/CSU
- PA-042A
- Film and Video Production
- Credit(s) 3
Film and Video Production
Performing Arts 042A is an introduction to camera operation for Film and Video
Production. It will combine classroom lecture with electronic News Gathering (ENG),
and Electronic Field Production (EFP). This course requires each student to complete
several short video projects and related assignments designed to help develop the
skills needed to produce high quality video productions. The emphasis of the course
is on field production and camera techniques. (AA/AS, CSU)
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory(s):
- ENG 051A
- Transfers to:
- Transfers to CSU only