While at Mt. Hood, I was a tenure track instructor responsible for managing a degree granting program and two theaters as well teaching, designing and providing technical direction for departmental productions

From 1998-2000 I designed 4 mainstage shows and 2 second stage shows.

In the Fall of 2000, I was injured while working on a production. Although I finished the year, I was no longer able to do the heavy physical work required of the job.

This necessitated my return to school.

TA106 Introduction to Theatre I
Credits 3 (3 Lecture Hrs/Wk) -

This course is designed to introduce students to major playwrights, stage practices, theatre architecture, elements of design and styles of acting from the Restoration of Contemporary theatre productions. Students will examine the relationship between theatre arts and society in a historical context.

TA107 Introduction to Theatre II
Credits 3 (3 lecture Hrs/Wk) -

This course is designed to introduce students to major playwrights, stage practices, theatre architecture, elements of design and styles of acting from the Restoration of Contemporary theatre productions. Students will examine the relationship between theatre arts and society in a historical context.

TA111, TA112, TA113 Theatre Technology I, II, III
Credits 3,3,3 (3 lecture hrs/Wk) -

A survey of the stage crafts, through lecture and concurrent lab. First quarter of the sequence concerns planning, building, and rigging of scenery. Second quarter is introduction to scenic painting, properties, and special effects. Third quarter covers theories and practices of theatre lighting and sound. Students must enroll in at least one credit of TA114 each term. Need not to be taken in sequence.

TA114A, TA114B, TA114C Technical Theatre Workshops
Credits 1-3 - maximum of 9 (3-9 Lab Hrs/Wk) -

A practicum in technical theatre productions. Training and practical experience in scenery construction and painting, lighting, sound, and properties. Content and specialization nature of the workshop changes for quarter to quarter as different productions are mounted. Courses may be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. This course is the stage technician's equivalent of TA153.

TA199A, TA199B, TA199C Special Studies in Theatre
Credits 1-3 (3-9 lab hrs/Wk) -

Independent studies for projects in 1) directing plays, 2) writing plays, 3) designing plays, 4) specific acting studies, 5) management projects, and 6) research projects. Consent of instructor and college-level coursework in project area required; i.e., acting design, writing, business coursework. Student must present written proposal for approval.

TA211 Scene Design
Credits 3 (2 Lecture - 2 lab hrs/Wk)

An examination of the function and process of set design for the theatre, and the role of the designer in interpreting and reinforcing the thematic content of the play. Projects are required. Offered at irregular intervals.

TA213 Stage Lighting Design
Credits 3 (2 Lecture - 2 Lab Hrs/Wk ) -

This course examines the function and process of lighting design and the role of the designer and other stage technicians in its execution. Included are discussions pertaining to: available lighting equipment, system and manufacturers, relative laws of physics pertaining to electricity, color, and optics, element of design, and the lighting plot and instrument schedules. Projects are required. Offered at irregular intervals.

TA214A, TA214B, TA214C Technical Theatre Workshop
Credits 1-3 - maximum 9 (3-9 Lab Hrs/Wk) -

Continuation of TA114A, TA114B, TA114C

TA227 Theatrical Makeup
Credits 3 (2 Lecture - 2 Lab Hrs/Wk)

An analysis of the principles of stage makeup for performance with direct application of techniques in a laboratory situation. This material covers basic facial reinforcement, character and age, and fantasy makeup design. The course also includes introduction to latex, prosthetics, and wigs.