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Theatre and Film, Faculty of Arts

THFL: Theatre and Film


  1. THFL 100 (3) The Art of Storytelling for Stage and Screen

    Fundamental elements of the art of storytelling as approached within each of the core areas taught in the Department of Theatre and Film: Acting/Directing, Design and Production, and Film Production. Restricted to students in one of the following BFA programs: Major in Acting; Major in Film Production; Major in Theatre Design and Production

  2. THFL 226 (3) Celebrity Studies

    Critical analysis of global celebrity in the performing arts.

  3. THFL 304 (3) Production Design

    The tools and processes used by set designers, art directors, and production designers in North America.

    Prerequisite: One of THTR 205, THTR 305, FIPR 233.

  4. THFL 312 (3) Expanded Visual Media

    Pre- and/or post-production strategies, techniques, and processes for time-based media effects. Credit will only be granted for one of THFL 312 or VISA 312.

    Prerequisite: One of VISA 241, VISA 210, FIPR 133, FIPR 233. Or B.M.S. students with 3rd year standing.

  5. THFL 402 (3) Professional Portfolio Preparation for Live and Digital Performance

    Preparation to transition into the theatre and film industry. Portfolio development, visual identity, and skills to support professional performance practices aligned with theatre and film professional associations. Restricted to students in third or fourth-year in one of the following programs: Major in Film Production; Major in Theatre Design and Production.

    Prerequisite: One of THTR 305, THTR 306, THTR 307, THTR 308, FIPR 333.

  6. THFL 599 (3-6) d Production

    Assigned projects in Theatre and Film design and production. Restricted to students in the MFA THTR and MFA FIPR programs. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.


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