Kara Elizabeth Thomson
Residential Faculty - Design for Theatre & Film
Communication, Theatre & Film Arts
Office: TH 29 - Room: 24
480-461-7975
Classes Taught
Fall 2024
| THE111 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 Credits | ||||
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A survey of theatre, including basic elements and principles of production, styles, and/or historical perspectives of theatre, dramatic literature, and criticism. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
14298 |
Dobson Campus |
Hybrid
Lecture
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08/22/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Th |
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM |
Class Ended |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| THF205 | Introduction to Cinema | 3 Credits | ||||
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Survey of the history and development of the art of motion pictures, including criticism of aesthetic and technical elements. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
34216 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
MoWe |
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM |
Class Ended |
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14292 |
Dobson Campus |
Hybrid
Lecture
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08/21/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
We |
1:30 PM – 2:45 PM |
Class Ended |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| THO268 | Opportunities in Production | 3 Credits | ||||
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Provides the continuing design student, dramaturge, stage management, technical director, and directing students with opportunities to expand the versatility of professional skills. Emphasis on relating their work to the total production process. Linking design ideas to production concept. Maintain dramaturge, stage manager, director documentation. Practical application of student work for portfolio development. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
33801 |
Dobson Campus |
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
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08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
TuTh |
1:30 PM – 3:10 PM |
Class Ended |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| THP213 | Introduction to Technical Theatre | 4 Credits | ||||
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Procedures of technical theatre production and demonstration. Topics include design and construction of scenery, lighting, and properties. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
15067 |
Dobson Campus |
Hybrid
Lecture
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08/22/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Th |
10:30 AM – 11:50 AM |
Class Ended |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 15067 must also register for one of several labs offered. |
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| THP296WC | Cooperative Education | 3 Credits | ||||
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Work-college experiences that involve the combined efforts of educators and employers to accomplish an outcome related to the career objectives of the students. Prerequisites: Completion of 12 college credits, min 2.6 gpa and obtain a position related to academic or career goals or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: At least 1 class related to major or career interest or with permission of the Instructor. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
15881 |
Dobson Campus Instructor Office |
Independent Study
Lab
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08/19/2024 – 10/11/2024 |
Class Ended |
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Notes: Class 15881 Students may contact instructor for more information at kara.thomson@mesacc.edu |
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Fall Flex Start 2024
| THO202AD | Theatre Production Advanced Projects | 1 Credits | ||||
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The objective of this course is to provide hands-on experience in the creation of a theatrical production. This course is tailored around the work done in a leadership role on a theatrical production. Structured to provide the student with an atmosphere of professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment are made available for student use. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
16396 |
Dobson Campus SD Instructor Office |
In Person
Lab
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10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Class Ended |
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Notes: Class 16396 This section is for students completing an advanced Theatre project only. |
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Spring 2025
| DAN210 | Dance Production I | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to the elements of pre-production and production, including but not limited to production organization, production management, lighting design, and sound design as they relate to the art of dance. Prerequisites: None. |
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Course Notes: DAN210 is offered only in the Spring Semester. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
27268 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture/Lab
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Mo |
1:30 PM – 3:10 PM |
Closed No Seats Available |
| THE111 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 Credits | ||||
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A survey of theatre, including basic elements and principles of production, styles, and/or historical perspectives of theatre, dramatic literature, and criticism. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28086 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
MoWe |
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM |
Open 2 of 18 |
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| THF205 | Introduction to Cinema | 3 Credits | ||||
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Survey of the history and development of the art of motion pictures, including criticism of aesthetic and technical elements. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
31226 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
TuTh |
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM |
Open 4 of 18 |
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| THO296WA | Cooperative Education | 1 Credits | ||||
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Work-college experiences that involve the combined efforts of educators and employers to accomplish an outcome related to the career objectives of the students. Prerequisites: Completion of 12 college credits, min 2.6 gpa and obtain a position related to academic or career goals or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: At least 1 class related to major or career interest or with permission of the Instructor. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28814 |
Dobson Campus SD Instructor Office |
Independent Study
Lab
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01/15/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Closed |
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Notes: Students may contact instructor at: kara.thomson@mesacc.edu |
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| THP213 | Introduction to Technical Theatre | 4 Credits | ||||
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Procedures of technical theatre production and demonstration. Topics include design and construction of scenery, lighting, and properties. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28089 |
Dobson Campus |
Hybrid
Lecture
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Mo |
1:30 PM – 3:10 PM |
Closed No Seats Available |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Lab Notes: Students registering for class 28089 must also register for one of several labs offered. |
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| THP217 | Introduction to Design Scenography | 3 Credits | ||||
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The role of the theatre designer in creating scenic, lighting, costume, sound, and multimedia effects for stage productions. Elements of the design process and communication of dramatic themes and visions to the audience. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
27044 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture/Lab
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01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
TuTh |
1:30 PM – 3:10 PM |
Open 1 of 18 |
| THP282 | Production And Acting II | 3 Credits | ||||
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Provides the continuing acting student with opportunities to expand the versatility of characterization skills. Emphasis on relating the actor's work to the total production process. Performance of monologues, scenes, and one-act plays. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in THP281, or permission of Department or Division. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28091 |
Dobson Campus |
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
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01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025 |
MoWe |
3:30 PM – 4:45 PM |
Closed |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Spring Flex Start 2025
| THO202AD | Theatre Production Advanced Projects | 1 Credits | ||||
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The objective of this course is to provide hands-on experience in the creation of a theatrical production. This course is tailored around the work done in a leadership role on a theatrical production. Structured to provide the student with an atmosphere of professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment are made available for student use. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28554 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
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01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Open 5 of 10 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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