THTR 3319 Costume Design

Combining both costume history and the mechanics of design, students will receive practical costume design experience in the historical, modern and contemporary theatre. Students will receive hands-on experience while assisting in designing and construction of costumes for a mainstage and/or black box production.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Instructor Consent

Typically Offered

Demorest campus: fall day

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Develop an understanding of the function of costume design.
2. Develop a theatre aesthetic through exposure to a variety of theatrical style and period.
3. Know the processes required to produce costumes for different periods of history and styles.
4. Through evaluation of their own work, develop critical thinking and evaluation skills.
5. Know techniques used in the realization of their costume designs.