Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center - Dance studio in Huntington, West Virginia
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Huntington, West Virginia 25703

45 programs

About Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center

The Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center in Huntington, West Virginia, part of the MU School of Theatre & Dance, offers a comprehensive performing arts education with a strong emphasis on both theatre and dance. Students build a robust foundation in movement, crucial for theatrical performance, with coursework designed to enhance physical approaches to text and acting. The curriculum integrates dance education through courses like 'Stage Movement I: Foundations' and 'Stage Mvmt II: Phys Approaches,' focusing on flexibility, control, body-awareness, and alignment. Students can explore a variety of dance disciplines including Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Jazz, Contemporary, Modern dance, and Musical Theater. Opportunities for practical experience abound, with programs like 'Music Theatre Workshop I' and 'Music Theatre Workshop II' blending dance with music and drama. Advanced students can further refine their skills through 'Theatre Practicum' and 'Professional Theatre Residency,' engaging in practical performance. The center also highlights student and faculty engagement through its 'Spring Dance Concert,' providing ample performance opportunities. Led by Director John Colclough, the faculty includes Adjunct Professor of Dance MaShawn Morton, and instructors Shelby Nelson and Robin Riner. While specific age groups and competitive team details are not explicitly outlined, the center aims to foster artistic growth and prepare students for diverse performance careers within the vibrant arts community.

Styles offered at Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center

Programs from Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center

45 programs available

Classes

Musical Theatre

Jazz Studies Program

THE 490 Professional Theatre Residency

Supervised off-campus contractual work-study arrangement with external agencies or theatrical instructions. Offers practical, real-world experience in professional theatre settings.

THE 488 Independent Study

Courses taught by tutorials; directed independent readings or research; problem reports, and other activities designed to fill the needs of individual students. Allows for personalized study and research.

THE 487 Independent Study

Courses taught by tutorials; directed independent readings or research; problem reports, and other activities designed to fill the needs of individual students. Allows for personalized study and research.

THE 486 Independent Study

Courses taught by tutorials; directed independent readings or research; problem reports, and other activities designed to fill the needs of individual students. Allows for personalized study and research.

THE 485 Independent Study

Courses taught by tutorials; directed independent readings or research; problem reports, and other activities designed to fill the needs of individual students. Allows for personalized study and research.

THE 483 Special Topics

Program of study not normally covered in other courses. Topics vary from semester to semester. This course offers specialized study on topics outside the regular curriculum.

THE 482 Special Topics

Program of study not normally covered in other courses. Topics vary from semester to semester. This course offers specialized study on topics outside the regular curriculum.

THE 481 Special Topics

Program of study not normally covered in other courses. Topics vary from semester to semester. This course offers specialized study on topics outside the regular curriculum.

THE 480 Special Topics

Program of study not normally covered in other courses. topics vary from semester to semester. This course offers specialized study on topics outside the regular curriculum.

THE 450 Stage Lighting II

Advanced study in lighting design principles utilized for non-proscenium stages and/or impressionistic productions will be emphasized. Combined visual, manual and computer generated documentation will comprise portfolio for final critique.

THE 437 Directing I

Introduction to theories, principles, techniques, and history of directing. This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of theatrical directing.

THE 436 Children's Theatre

Theory, direction and staging of plays for children. PR: Permission of instructor or Theatre Program Director. May be repeated for a total of 9 hours. Focuses on the unique aspects of theatre for young audiences.

THE 430 Auditioning II: Prof. Aspects

Students develop skills and prepare materials for professional acting auditions. This advanced course focuses on the professional aspects of auditioning.

THE 423 Acting Styles

Interpretation of roles from classical, romantic, neoclassical, and modern plays. (PR: THE 222 and successful completion of Sophomore Review or permission of instructor.) Explore diverse acting styles across theatrical periods.

THE 390 Music Theatre Workshop II

Applied skills in musical theatre including integration of dance, music, and dialogue in ensemble performance. Intended for students majoring in musical theatre. (repeatable for two semesters)

THE 370 Theatre Practicum

Acting, directing, or technical work in Marshall University Theatre productions. Register only with permission of instructor. This practicum offers practical experience in theatre production.

THE 362 Stage Management

The responsibilities and duties of stage management are explored to prepare students entering the profession. Principles and practices of stage management are applied through scheduling, budgeting, running, cueing and safety.

THE 361 Scene Painting

Exploration of various techniques utilized by scenic artists including the generation of painter's evaluations, design renderings, estimating scenic demands, media selection and execution of designs in full scale.

THE 360 Scene Design I

Practical application of aesthetic and technical principles of scene design for the proscenium stage. Script analysis, production concepts, architectural research, mechanical and AutoCAD drawings, white models, painter's elevations are utilized.

THE 356 Costume Construction

A hands-on approach to the techniques of theatrical costuming. Period method by machine and hand, industrial machine and some pattern making. Work on classroom projects and University productions.

THE 355 Costume Design

Practical and psychological aspects of design. Study of design theory, script analysis, rendering techniques, fabric choices. Development of designs from initial concept to final renderings.

THE 354 Stage Make-up

Development of character make-up designs through analysis, research and application of various make-up media suitable to stage, print and film. Adherence to industry standards of hygiene, sanitation and professional etiquette.

THE 340 Stage Decor

Identification of artistic, historical , social, philosophical and technical influences that diverse cultures offer theatrical designers. Research, critical examination, drawing, digital documentation culminate in the creation of industry standard electronic portfolios.

THE 330 Drafting & Rendering

The application of drafting and rendering conventions utilized in the planning and execution of theatrical productions. Mechanical drawing, computer assisted drawing, freehand sketching and color application techniques will be employed.

THE 323 Stage Mvmt II: Phys Approaches

Advanced exploration of movement and its application to character development and text. (PR: THE 222 and successful completion of Sophomore Review or permission of instructor.) This course advances movement training for actors.

THE 322 Stage Voice II: Dialects

Study and practice of dialects and accents that are commonly used in acting plays. Further develop vocal abilities with a focus on regional and character-specific speech patterns.

THE 320 Acting II: Scene Study

Development of skill through exercises and analytical study of scenes. (PR: THE 222 and successful completion of Sophomore Review or permission of instructor.) This course deepens acting skills through scene analysis.

THE 290 Music Theatre Workshop I

Applied skills in musical theatre for chorus and ensemble roles, including song presentation and integration of musical and dramatic elements. Intended for beginning and intermediate students.

THE 280 Special Topics

Program of study not normally covered in other courses. Topics vary from semester to semester. This course offers flexible study on various specialized theatre topics.

THE 270 Theatre Practicum

Acting, directing, or technical work in Marshall University Theatre productions. Register only with permission of instructor. Open to all students. May be repeated for a total of four hours.

THE 250 Introduction to Costuming

This introductory course exposes students to the elementary principles, techniques, terminology, materials and application used to realize theatrical costumes. A combination of lecture and laboratory instruction links theory with practice.

THE 245 Intro to Technical Theatre

Technical production, scenic construction and stage operations are explored including critical application of traditional and current computer technologies within the profession. Lecture and supervised laboratory application links theory with practice.

THE 240 Stage Lighting I

Students enrolled in this course learn the terminology, techniques, and principles required to execute lighting designs for theatre, dance and film through "hands-on" experiences and projects.

THE 230 Auditioning Techniques

Techniques of auditioning for stage plays and musicals. Learn effective strategies for successful auditions in both plays and musicals.

THE 222 Acting I: Foundations

Development of skill through foundational exercises. (PR: THE 220 and 221 or permission of instructor.) This introductory acting class focuses on core skills and techniques.

THE 221 Stage Voice I: Foundations

Vocal techniques for the actor, including the study of dialects. This course builds a strong foundation in vocal production and expression for actors.

THE 220 Stage Movement I: Foundations

Exercises for flexibility, control, body-awareness and alignment. This foundational course focuses on developing essential physical skills for stage performance.

Dance

This program prepares students for entry into professional musical theatre careers or graduate studies in musical theatre and includes extensive training in singing, acting, and dance. Students will have opportunities throughout their studies to engage in immersive experiences in workshops and studios as well as fully staged productions.

Workshops

Jazz-MU-Tazz Summer Jazz Workshop

THE 494 Theatre Workshop

Practical, participatory courses for advanced students and professionals. Experience in new techniques, theories, and principles. This workshop provides hands-on experience with current theatre practices.

THE 493 Theatre Workshop

Practical, participatory courses for advanced students and professionals. Experience in new techniques, theories, and principles. This workshop provides hands-on experience with current theatre practices.

THE 492 Theatre Workshop

Practical, participatory courses for advanced students and professionals. Experience in new techniques, theories, and principles. This workshop provides hands-on experience with current theatre practices.

THE 491 Theatre Workshop

Practical, participatory courses for advanced students and professionals. Experience in new techniques, theories, and principles. This workshop provides hands-on experience with current theatre practices.


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Call Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center at (304) 696-2787 or visit http://www.marshall.edu/theatre/.

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Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center is in Huntington, West Virginia.

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