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Kara Elizabeth Thomson

Residential Faculty - Design for Theatre & Film

Program Director :

Communication, Theatre & Film Arts

Communication, Theatre & Film Arts

Office: TH 29 - Room: 24

480-461-7975

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

THE111 Introduction to Theatre 3 Credits

A survey of theatre, including basic elements and principles of production, styles, and/or historical perspectives of theatre, dramatic literature, and criticism. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14298
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/22/2024 - 12/13/2024
Th
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Closed

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.

Class 14298 Students may contact instructor at: kara.thomson@mesacc.edu
THF205 Introduction to Cinema 3 Credits

Survey of the history and development of the art of motion pictures, including criticism of aesthetic and technical elements. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
34216
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024
MoWe
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Open

6 of 16
Seats Available
14292
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/21/2024 - 12/13/2024
We
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Open

10 of 16
Seats Available

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.

Class 14292 Students are required to have access to a webcam and microphone unless otherwise specified. Students may contact instructor at: kara.thomson@mesacc.edu
THO268 Opportunities in Production 3 Credits

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.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33801
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024
TuTh
1:30 PM - 3:10 PM

Closed

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.

Class 33801 This class requires outside lab time to be arranged with the instructor. Students may contact instructor at: kara.thomson@mesacc.edu and adriana.diaz@mesacc.edu
THP213 Introduction to Technical Theatre 4 Credits

Procedures of technical theatre production and demonstration. Topics include design and construction of scenery, lighting, and properties. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15067
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/22/2024 - 12/13/2024
Th
10:30 AM - 11:50 AM

Closed

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.

Class 15067 Students may contact instructor at: kara.thomson@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 15067 must also register for one of .
THP296WC Cooperative Education 3 Credits

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.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15881
Dobson Campus

Instructor Office
Independent Study
Lab
08/19/2024 - 10/11/2024

Open

5 of 5
Seats Available

Notes: Class 15881 Students may contact instructor for more information at kara.thomson@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2024

THO202AD Theatre Production Advanced Projects 1 Credits

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.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16396
Dobson Campus

SD Instructor Office
In Person
Lab
10/14/2024 - 12/13/2024

Open

10 of 10
Seats Available

Notes: Class 16396 This section is for students completing an advanced Theatre project only.

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