Undergraduate Performing Arts OpenCourseWare
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3D Animation and Modeling (Blender 3D Design Software) OpenCourseWare: A Free Bachelor Level 3D Design Course by Tufts University
This course teaches students how to build 3-dimensional forms in this free course in a wide range of professional and commercial applications, research and development. Using 3D design software from Blender, 'Blender 3-D Design' takes students from the initial challenge of learning the software program to designing projects of their own. This is an OpenCourseWare offered by Tufts University.
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Classical Drama and Theatre Arts OpenCourseWare: USU's Free Bachelor Level Performing Arts Course on Classical Drama
An OpenCourseWare version of 'Classical Drama and Theatre' is offered for free online by Utah State University. This undergraduate-level course will introduce you to the theatrical, historical, philosophical and political aspects of ancient Greek and Roman dramas. Students interested in studying Drama and World History are likely to enjoy this course.
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Costume Design for the Theater OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Online Undergraduate Costume Design Course
'Costume Design for the Theater' is a free class from MIT that guides students through the process of creating a dramatic character's visual concept, drafting a rendered costume and building the costume. This OpenCourseWare is intended for students in a theatre arts major or minor offered through the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at MIT.
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Dance Skills OpenCourseWare: A Free Undergraduate Course for Future Dance Teachers by The Open University
The Open University (OU) immerses its' students into the world of dance through this OpenCourseWare version of 'Dance Skills' offered free online. This intermediate course highlights safe dance practice, posture, alignment, balance and much more.
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Dance Theory and Composition OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Bachelor Level Class on Contemporary Dance
'Dance Theory and Composition' introduced students to the art of Contemporary Dance and taught them how to express themselves using the human body as an artistic medium. This Contemporary Dance class, an OpenCourseWare offering through the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, was part of the curriculum for a Bachelor of Arts in Music and Theater Arts.
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Design for the Theater (Scenery) OpenCourseWare: A Free Bachelor Level Theater Scenery Design Course by MIT
A lot of thought goes into the design of scenery for any theater production. In 'Design for the Theater: Scenery,' MIT students learn what it takes to build scenery that stirs the imagination and sets the tone for a stage production. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology offers this Bachelor of Science in Media Arts and Sciences class through OpenCourseWare.
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Lighting Design for the Theater OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Bachelor Level Course on Theater Lighting Design
'Lighting Design for the Theatre' introduces students to the technical side of stage lighting while stressing the importance of using artistic and collaborative skills to enhance the entire theater experience. This Music and Theater Arts course is offered through the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's OpenCourseWare. It is free to anyone interested in pursuing knowledge through self-study.
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Modern Drama OpenCourseWare: A Free Bachelor Level Modern Drama Course by MIT
Study works of written drama and their effects on culture in 'Modern Drama,' an OpenCourseWare offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). This free online course covers the works of many successful playwrights and explores the social circumstances surrounding the time periods in which they were written. This course is beneficial to individuals seeking a bachelor's degree in Theater, English or Creative Writing.
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Playwrights' Workshop: MIT's Free Bachelor Level Writing Course for Playwrights
Student playwrights can further develop their skills with 'Playwrights' Workshop,' an OpenCourseWare offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). This free online course develops communication skills among playwrights, actors and directors through the use of various readings. Students seeking a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater can find beneficial information from this course.
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Playwriting OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Bachelor Level Writing Class on Playwriting
An undergraduate introduction to the art of script writing is offered in 'Playwriting I,' an OpenCourseWare by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). This free online course emphasizes solid writing practice habits and teaches students a variety of techniques used in writing for the stage. This course is ideal for those seeking a bachelor's degree in either Theater or Creative Writing.
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Script Analysis OpenCourseWare: A Free Undergraduate Theater Course on Script Analysis by MIT
Explore different modes by which theatrical scripts are analyzed with 'Script Analysis,' an OpenCourseWare offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). By examining plays written in different time periods, participants of this free online course gain familiarity with established patterns for deciphering scripts. This course is perfect for aspiring actors, directors and theatrical designers seeking a bachelor's degree in Theater.
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Stagecraft OpenCourseWare: A Free Bachelor Level Theater Production Course by MIT
Gain insight on theatrical set construction with 'Introduction to Stagecraft,' an OpenCourseWare offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). This free online course provides a general overview on the process of stagecraft as is it done at MIT's prestigious theater department. This course contains helpful information for individuals seeking a bachelor's degree in Theater or for someone working in a community theater.
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Technical Design (Scenery, Mechanisms, and Special Effects) OpenCourseWare: A Free Undergraduate Special Effects Class by MIT
Did you ever wonder how the scenery and stage effects happen for a theater production? In MIT's 'Technical Design: Scenery, Mechanisms and Special Effects,' students learn about all aspects of a stage production from the first meeting with the director to opening night. This Music and Theater Arts course is offered through the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's OpenCourseWare for self-study.
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Theater Arts OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Undergraduate Theater Class on Directing, Acting, and Stagecraft
A broad range of concepts related to each aspect of theatrical productions serve as the course material for 'Theater Arts Topics,' an OpenCourseWare offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). In this free online course, students read through key points of their theatrical specialty, whether it be acting, directing or design. This undergraduate course contains useful information for anyone working toward a bachelor's degree in Theater.
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Theatre and Society in the Age of Shakespeare OpenCourseWare: A Free Undergraduate English Renaissance Drama Class by MIT
Study William Shakespeare within the context of his time in 'English Renaissance Drama: Theater and Society in the Age of Shakespeare', an OpenCourseWare offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). This free online course explores drama as a key component of the English Renaissance. Those seeking a bachelor's degree in English, Theater or Creative Writing can find useful information throughout this course.
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Theatre Arts OpenCourseWare: A Free Undergraduate Theatre Arts Course by USU
Explore the world of theatre through this OpenCourseWare version of 'Theatre Arts' offered free online by Utah State University (USU). During this course, students will learn about the many aspects of theatre. This undergraduate-level course is part of the university's Theatre Arts department and has no prerequisites.