MUS 261 - Opera Workshop

Description:
A class leading to the performance of scenes and single acts from opera. By audition. May be repeated for credit. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Winter and Spring).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: student must be freshmen or sophomore standing.

Credits: (1-2)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Prepare an operatic role musically, including professional preparation expectations and the proper musical style for the period and genre.
Prepare a role dramatically, including character study and preparation as well as stage protocol and execution.
Integrate their musical and dramatic preparation into practical performance experience in the final culminating performances.
Participate in all aspects of opera production, including building sets and costumes, running stage equipment and using proper stage procedure.