Taking THEATRE 162 is so fun, the "class" is just working backstage for one of the T&D department productions. As long as you are willing to give your time and best effort to making sure the production runs as well as it can, you'll get an A. Jaha is very kind and even provides snacks! Definitely recommend.Rate My Professors ↗
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Jahana Azodi
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Classes with Jahana Azodi
Technical Theatre Fundamentals covers mounting theatrical productions through scenery, costumes, lighting, sound, and stage management with lectures and practical experience.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2025: 3.81 GPA, 96.6% A/AB (n=29 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.77 GPA, 90.6% A/AB (n=32 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.89 GPA, 94.7% A/AB (n=19 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026Backstage Practicum
1 creditsBackstage Practicum involves participation as a backstage run crew member for one University Theatre production, covering roles like wardrobe, deck, and light board operation.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2024: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=8 letter grades); Spring 2025: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=14 letter grades); Fall 2025: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=11 letter grades).
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2024–Fall 2025 · limited samplePerformance in Practice
1–3 creditsPerformance in Practice offers students practical theatrical experience and skills by working on a University Theatre production in various performance-related positions.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2024: 3.99 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=41 letter grades); Spring 2025: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=16 letter grades); Fall 2025: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=18 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026Introduction to Stage Management covering principles from auditions through closing night, including class work and supplementary production experience.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.94 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=9 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.83 GPA, 88.9% A/AB (n=9 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.83 GPA, 88.9% A/AB (n=9 letter grades).
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026 · limited sampleRecorded teaching history
Distinct courses recorded per term
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| Term | Course | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2027 | THEATRE 160 | Technical Theatre Fundamentals |
| Spring 2027 | THEATRE 262 | Backstage Practicum |
| Spring 2027 | THEATRE 360 | Performance in Practice |
| Spring 2027 | THEATRE 379 | Introduction to Stage Management |
| Fall 2026 | THEATRE 160 | Technical Theatre Fundamentals |
| Fall 2026 | THEATRE 262 | Backstage Practicum |
| Fall 2026 | THEATRE 360 | Performance in Practice |
| Fall 2026 | THEATRE 699 | Directed Study |
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