Spring 2023 Classes

Polk State Theatre Classes – SPRING 2023

THE 1000 ONLINE – Theatre Appreciation ONLINE
(105659) – Instructor Paul Carbonell
(105660) – Instructor Mark Hartfield
Learn about how theatre is created and the history of theatre from the Greeks and Romans to our Contemporary World theatre! Attend Polk State Theatre Productions, local Community Theatre, or professional productions!

Fulfills AA General Ed Humanities Requirement

TPP 2250 (105387) – Musical Theatre Performance
Instructor Mark Hartfield
Musical Theatre is the most popular type of theatre in America today. In this class, we will learn about the elements of musical theatre performance and how to use those elements to portray realistic and believable characters.

TPP 2111 (105662) – Acting Fundamentals II
Instructor Mark Hartfield
Continue your acting studies past the basics of TPP 2110 with work on characterization and finding your own unique acting style. We will explore classical texts and acting for the camera. If you haven’t taken Acting 1 – contact Professor Hartfield.

TPA 2200 (107466) – Fundamentals of Stagecraft

Instructor Mark Hartfield
Learn the basic techniques and theory of theatre technical skills including construction, lighting, properties, scenic design, and costuming in our world-class facility.

TPA 1290L (107467) – Technical Theatre

Instructor Mark Hartfield
Learn about the backstage world of theatre AND participate in productions! This semester help build, light, and run our spring shows!

TPP 1190L (106017) – Rehearsal & Performance

Instructor Mark Hartfield
Designed for students who participate in our spring productions. Offered FT2 for either fall production. Contact Prof. Hartfield about signing up.

For more information: Contact Mark Hartfield at mhartfield@polk.edu.