THD 195-01 - Introductory Special Topic: Costume Design for the Stage

4 credits (Spring)

This is a course in critical analysis and illustration, creating designs for the stage that support the text. Students will read and discuss assigned works and will render designs for all of the characters in those texts. Research in fashion, art, geography, and social, economic and political history will be a significant portion of the coursework. Daily sketching is expected and additional readings will be assigned. Practices and procedures specific to costume design will be explored with an emphasis on creative conceptual development.

Prerequisite: None.
Instructor: Howell-Gritsch