Oct 23, 2026  
2026-2027 Academic Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
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THTR 2210 - Stage Make-up


Credits: 2

Catalog Description
Explore the basic theory and practice, the design purpose, tools, and methods of stage make-up to see how it enriches the meaning of the drama. Formulate criteria for judging designs and experience practical problem-solving by creating multiple designs and application.

Additional fee to student: No

Learner Outcomes
At the conclusion of the course, the student should be able to:

  1. Communicate orally and in written form what constitutes an effective make-up design.
  2. Articulate how the make-up design helps to reveal the character, style and theme of the play.
  3. Design and implement several make-up designs.

Major Areas of Course Content
These areas should be covered by everyone teaching this course.

  1. Character/play analysis and make-up
  2. Basic corrective make-up
  3. Age make-up
  4. Fantasy make-up
  5. Facial hair/hair pieces
  6. Period make-up
  7. Animal make-up
  8. Bruises/broken noses/wounds/cuts

Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.



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