Johnnie Ferrell

Associate Professor of

Theatre

Brodie 173A
1 College Circle
Geneseo, NY 14454
585-245-5844
ferrell@geneseo.edu

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Faculty Information

Education

  • M.F.A., Memphis University
  • B.S., University of Tennessee
My Classes

THEA 129:
Stagecraft

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    Explores in depth the material introduced in THEA 130, providing the students with a solid working knowledge of theatrical processes and stagecraft procedures. Prerequisites/Corequisites: THEA 130 or permission of instructor

THEA 130:
F/Intro Technical Theatre

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    An introductory, broad-based study of technical theatre involving reading and examination of varied plays, and focusing on problems in staging methods, theatre spaces, stagecraft, and stage lighting. Participation in productions is an integral part of the course.

THEA 225:
Production Stage Management

    The study of the techniques and equipment used in the coordination and operation of theatrical productions, including drama, musicals, opera, and dance. Students will consider and participate in projects dealing with rehearsal procedures, theatrical prompt scripts, technical and dress rehearsals, performances, theatrical equipment, and communication in a theatrical environment. Participation in productions is an integral part of the course. Prerequisites: THEA 140, THEA 130, or permission of the instructor. Offered fall, odd years

THEA 333:
Technical Direction

    A study of advanced staging and building techniques, in both theory and practice. Participation in productions is an integral part of the course. Prerequisites: THEA 130, THEA 140, and THEA 241. Offered fall, odd years