THEA 0016A - Costume History
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Formerly known as DRMA 16A Hours: 54 lecture Description: Study of costumes from the Greek period to the present, with an emphasis on the use of historical costumes for the stage. Period costume design projects examined. Designed for both Theatre Arts majors and non-majors who are interested in acquiring an appreciation for and the terminology of apparel through history. (CSU, UC) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Describe and discuss the re-creation of period costume styles. Identify and describe period costume styles. Identify and recall the historical terminology. Course Content Outline I. History of Theatrical Costume and Style A. Greek B. Roman C. Medieval D. Elizabethan E. Renaissance F. Restoration G. Victorian H. Bustle I. Nouveau/Deco J. Modern II. Application of General Design Principles A. Form B. Shape C. Balance D. Silhouette E. Color F. Focus III. Materials and Supplies A. Natural Fabrics B. Synthetic Fabrics C. Dyes D. Trims E. Closures F. Embellishments IV. Fundamentals of Garment Structure A. Body Form B. Patterns C. Draping D. Cutting V. Designing Costumes for Period Production A. Director Concept B. Style C. Conventions D. Fabrics E. Script and Character Analysis Course Objectives Course Objectives Students will, through oral, written and practical work: 1. identify and describe period costume styles from classical times to present including, but not limited to Greek, Roman, Medieval, Renaissance, Restoration, Romantic, Victorian, Bustle, Nouveau/Deco, and Modern; 2. analyze and discuss the process of re-creating period costume styles from classical times to present including, but not limited to, Greek, Roman, Medieval, Renaissance, Restoration, Romantic, Victorian, Bustle, Nouveau/Deco, and Modern through miniature projects; 3. compare and contrast different fabrics and their potential historical period uses; 4. examine different sewing techniques including draping, cutting, closures, weights, hand and color, and their potential historical period uses; and 5. discuss and analyze the limitations imposed by budget constraints and production cohesion. Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Projects Reading Assignments 1. Read and discuss chapter in text on historical fashion and period construction techniques in the Victorian Era. 2. Read and summarize handout on professional costuming and pattern consideration. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Attend two plays with historical period costumes and write formal critiques of the costumes created for and used in those plays. 2. Compare and contrast specific costumes observed in department's main stage production with regard to the period represented and creative techniques used to fulfill the period requirements. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Design, draw, and swatch a costume from the current play, taking into consideration the budget, the time and manpower available for construction, the character, the shape and size of the actor or actress wearing it, and the style and period of the play. Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
