New Student Conference 2016 Department of Performance Studies
Degree Plan The Performance Studies degree plan allows for flexibility and individuality. Choose courses that are within your concentration, but also will support your career goals. Concentration options: Arts and Culture Design and Technology Composition and Devised Performance Music Theatre
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Department of Performance Studies BA in Performance Studies
What is Performance Piano Studio students Johnny D., Philp & Nichole Green create a devised performance piece in concert. Studies? Exploring performance in all aspects of social life and how performance shapes human experience. Interdisciplinary program Types of Performance: Live Theater Music Avant-garde performance Dance Film Religious ritual and ceremony Everyday life: dress, posture, make-up, uniforms Spoken-word or slam poetry, performative writing Graffiti Internet chat rooms or social media Sports and games Political arenas, trials, democracy Wall Street Culture Parenting
PERF 101 students perform their final projects focusing on voting and equality.. MA student Katie Elder combines performance and technology Dr. Kirsten Pullen s Theatre History class learns about Indian dance through performa nce as research. PERF 101 students workshop performances combining theatre, music, and food.
Who We Are Dr. Donnalee Dox- Department Head Brianna Doucet- Academic Advisor Jeff Watson- Scene Shop Foreman Josh Harms- Administrative Coordinator John Moeller- Technical Studio Director
Who We Are 30 Faculty members with specialization in: Composition Technical Theatre Ethnomusicology Acting and Directing Performance Studies Various instrumentation specialists. Dr. Leonardo Cardoso & Dr. Kim Kattari are co-conveners of the Performance & Culture Working Group on campus. Dr. Isacc Bustos & Dr. Mariana Gariazzo perform together for a music class. Dr. David Donkor gives a lecture over his research at the Glasscock Center for Humanities. Dr. James Ball III shares his research on diplomatic performances at a faculty colloquium.
Overall Requirements Must complete 120 hours with a minimum GPA of 2.0 overall and minimum GPA of 2.0 in Performance Studies coursework. 18 hours of major coursework must be completed at TAMU Must complete 36 hours of upper-division (300 or 400 level) courses, 12 hours of which must be completed in major coursework. Must complete two PERF courses formally designated as writing intensive. Incorporate 6 hours from the list of approved courses for International & Cultural Diversity into your degree plan.
Major Coursework All students must complete the following courses: PERF 101 Intro to Performance Studies PERF 301 Performance in World Cultures PERF 481 Senior Seminar and Project The remainder of the major coursework is chosen from within your concentration area and must include: 3 courses in culture 3 courses in technique 3 applied courses 3 major electives
Major Coursework All students must complete the following courses: PERF 101 Intro to Performance Studies PERF 301 Performance in World Cultures PERF 481 Senior Seminar and Project The remainder of the major coursework is chosen from within your concentration area and must include: 3 courses in culture 3 courses in technique 3 applied courses 3 major electives
Major Coursework Cont. Culture Courses Courses that highlight the cultural significance of performance and situate it globally. Course topics include: Music History Ethnomusicology Theatre History Script Analysis The History of Dress and Society Technique Courses Courses that are designed to help students acquire practical skills in performance. Course topics include: Costume Technology and Design Music and Technology Intermedia Performance Music Theory Acting, Design, and Technology
Degree Plan Concentrations: Arts and Culture Technique Courses (9 hours) MUSC 204 Music Theory I with MUSC 208 Musicianship I (co-requisites) THAR 102 Script Analysis THAR 245 Basic Theatrical Design THAR 302 Dramaturgy THAR 407 Performing Literature Culture Courses (9 hours) MUSC 311 Music in Early Western Culture MUSC 312 Music in Modern Western Culture MUSC 324 Music in World Cultures THAR 201 World Theatre THAR 381 Theatre History and Dramatic Literature I THAR 382 Theatre History and Dramatic Literature II
Degree Plan Concentrations: Composition and Devised Performance Technique Courses (9 hours) MUSC 204 Music Theory I with MUSC 208 Musicianship I (corequisites) MUSC 205 Music Theory II with MUSC 210 Musicianship II (corequisites) PERF 402 Intermedia Performance THAR 102 Script Analysis THAR 302 Dramaturgy THAR 407 Performing Literature Culture Courses (9 hours) MUSC 201 Music and the Human Experience MUSC 311 Music in Early Western Culture MUSC 312 Music in Modern Western Culture MUSC 324 Music in World Cultures THAR 381 Theatre History and Dramatic Literature I THAR 382 Theatre History and Dramatic Literature II
Degree Plan Concentrations: Concentration in Design and Technology Technique Courses (9 hours) MUSC 204 Music Theory I with MUSC 208 Musicianship I (corequisites) MUSC 235 Introduction to Composition MUSC 316 Music and Technology PERF 202 Introduction to Performance Technology PERF 318 Electronic Composition THAR 102 Script Analysis THAR 135 Theatre Technology I THAR 245 Basic Theatrical Design THAR 355 Costume Technology THAR 308 Stage management and Arts Administration Culture Courses (9 hours) MUSC 228 History of Electronic Music MUSC 312 Music in Modern Western Culture MUSC 324 Music in World Cultures THAR 155 History of Western Dress THAR 156 Dress, Culture, and Society THAR 381 Theatre History and Dramatic Literature I THAR 382 Theatre History and Dramatic Literature II
Degree Plan Concentrations: Concentration in Music Technique Courses (9 hours) MUSC 204 Music Theory I with MUSC 208 Musicianship I (corequisites) MUSC 205 Music Theory II with MUSC 210 Musicianship II (corequisites) MUSC 206 Music Theory III with MUSC 212 Musicianship III (corequisites) Or MUSC 207 Form and Analysis taken with MUSC 212 Musicianship III Culture Courses (9 hours) MUSC 311 Music in Early Western Culture MUSC 312 Music in Modern Western Culture MUSC 324 Music in World Cultures
Degree Plan Concentrations: Concentration in Theatre Technique Courses (9 hours) THAR 110 Acting I: Fundamentals Choose from the following: THAR 135 Theatre Technology I THAR 255 Costume Technology THAR 245 Basic Theatrical Design Culture Courses (9 hours) THAR 102 Script Analysis THAR 381 Theatre History and Dramatic Literature I THAR 382 Theatre History and Dramatic Literature II
Career Trajectories Advertising Corporate Communications Public Relations Specialist Arts and Entertainment Law Museum Exhibition Coordinator Public Humanities Researcher Arts Administration Recording Engineer Electronic Music Technician Television/Radio Broadcaster Social Media Director Civic Events Planning Graphic Design Audience Research Video Game Composer Technical Director Stage Manager Music Software Developer
Performance Opportunities Small Ensembles Class-based Performances Devised Performance Plays Music and Theatre Collaborations Guest Artists Workshops Studio Recitals Performance as Research, Directed Studies, and Individual Research Opportunities available also. PERF 101 students present their final project about voting and equality. Students perform at the Electric LaTex Festival.
Study Abroad The department currently offers three recurring study abroad opportunities PERF in Sydney: explore Performance Studies at the University of Sydney TAMU in Tokyo: study Japanese Traditional Performing Arts Argentina, Culture and Tango: perform tango, study Argentinian culture, and develop Spanish language skills. The opportunity for faculty led programs is also available, recent trips include: Music and the Human Experience in Italy (Summer Performance Studies in London University of Sydney Study Abroad in Tokyo
Scholarships Awards ranging from $500 to $2000 Up to 10 awards available Students will be eligible after one successful semester in the program Success includes satisfactory GPA and departmental participation 1. 2. THAR 381 students look over text to prepare for a class performance. 1. The PERF Voice Studio 2. Guest artist Grace Choi works with Professor Andrea Imhoff s piano studio.
Advising Goals Our students will be able to Access campus resources Use critical thinking skills in decision making Develop a schedule, understand degree requirements & register successfully. Understand and follow academic rules of university, college and department. Advising Syllabus Read the syllabus Review the information Any questions? Sign Submit
Scheduling Advising Appointments swan.tamu.edu/perf Office hours for Performance Studies students are M- F 8a-12p. Walk-ins are always welcome, but it is best to schedule an appointment to avoid a lengthy wait time. Please come prepared for our advising sessions Bring your degree plan Bring your questions
Communication Weekly Newsletter Email Communication Please check your TAMU email regularly! When emailing please be polite and professional All emails should include a subject, intro, sign off, and be written in complete sentences.
Tools and Resources Campus Resources Academic Success Center Writing Center Career Center Student Counseling Services StuAct Student Health Center Your Advisor!! Tools for success: Workshops Academic Success Center weekly meetings Seminars First semester seminar, PERF 285 Degree Planner
Meet Your Degree Planner! Helps us plan your classes until graduation Shows what requirements you are missing Helps planning courses with pre-reqs
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