BFA Costume Technology
Course Overview
This intensive four-year Acting program is designed to transform you into a versatile and skilled performer through a rigorous, conservatory-style approach. You will master a wide range of techniques while immersing yourself in Chicago's vibrant theatre scene, learning from a distinguished faculty of working professionals. The curriculum empowers you to develop your unique artistic voice and become an active, collaborative member of a dynamic production community.
Key Program Highlights
- Master a powerful blend of techniques from Stanislavski, Spolin, Suzuki, and physical practices like yoga and tai chi
- Learn from award-winning, industry-active faculty who provide professional mentorship
- Immerse yourself in Chicago's renowned theatre scene with regular access to hundreds of live performances
- Develop your craft through intensive training in acting, voice, speech, and movement
- Gain immediate, hands-on experience by participating in our vibrant production season
Course Overview
This intensive four-year Acting program is designed to transform you into a versatile and skilled performer through a rigorous, conservatory-style approach. You will master a wide range of techniques while immersing yourself in Chicago's vibrant theatre scene, learning from a distinguished faculty of working professionals. The curriculum empowers you to develop your unique artistic voice and become an active, collaborative member of a dynamic production community.
Key Program Highlights
- Master a powerful blend of techniques from Stanislavski, Spolin, Suzuki, and physical practices like yoga and tai chi
- Learn from award-winning, industry-active faculty who provide professional mentorship
- Immerse yourself in Chicago's renowned theatre scene with regular access to hundreds of live performances
- Develop your craft through intensive training in acting, voice, speech, and movement
- Gain immediate, hands-on experience by participating in our vibrant production season
Requirements
Modules
- COSTUME SKILLS WORKSHOP: 1A PULLING 1B ALTERATIONS
- FIGURE DRAWING FOR THEATRE
- COSTUME TECHNOLOGY INTRODUCTION
- COSTUME CRAFTS:DYEING AND PAINTING
- COSTUME CONSTRUCTION I: INTRODUCTION
- HISTORY OF DRAMATIC LITERATURE
- ELEMENTS OF DESIGN
- PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
- THEATRE CREW
- TEXTILES FOR COSTUME PRODUCTION
- COSTUME CRAFTS: GENERAL CRAFTS
- COSTUME CONSTRUCTION I: PATTERN DRAFTING
- COSTUME CONSTRUCTION I: DRAPING
- COSTUME DESIGN I
- GLOBAL HISTORY OF COSTUME, HAIR, AND MAKEUP
- WIG & MAKEUP DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY 1
- TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE I
- COSTUME CRAFTS: MILLINERY
- COSTUME MANAGEMENT
- COSTUME CONSTRUCTION II: PERIOD COSTUMES
- COSTUME CONSTRUCTION II: TAILORING
- COSTUME CONSTRUCTION II: SPECIAL TOPICS
- TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE II
- PORTFOLIO PREPARATION
- COSTUME CONSTRUCTION II: PERIOD COSTUMES
- COSTUME CONSTRUCTION II: TAILORING
- COSTUME CONSTRUCTION II: SPECIAL TOPICS
- DESIGN INTERNSHIP
- TECHNICAL PRODUCTION PRACTICE III
- INTERNSHIP
