COSTUME DESIGN I

THEATRE 363

Course Description

An introduction to costume design theory and techniques for performance. Emphasis on script analysis for costume design and visual communication skills. Projects will explore design by using analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret a text, supporting a text through design choices, and achieving mastery of drawing and costume rendering techniques using analog techniques and/or digital media.

Prerequisties

THEATRE 130 , ART 100 , or DS 120

Satisfies

THEATRE 563

Credits

Offered

Fall

Grade Point Average

3.22

-8.41% from Historical

Completion Rate

88.89%

-8.64% from Historical

A Rate

55.56%

14.2% from Historical

Class Size

1.35% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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Aly AMIDEI

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