THEA 480

Fall 2025 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Aug 25-Dec 10

Credit: 3 OR 4 hours.

This course is an introduction to the techniques, tools, and materials commonly used when upholstering furniture for the stage. Students will have the opportunity to learn a variety of skills and complete several sewing and upholstery samples, building basic upholstery skills into advanced techniques through class projects. All of these skills are paramount for anyone considering a career in the performing arts as a crafts person.

3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Students talking this class should have prior sewing experience and a familiarity with common soft craft tools such as a serger, sewing machine, foam cutter, and various glues and adhesives. For Theatre Majors only. Only MFA and upper level BFA Technical/Design Theatre Students may take this class.

THEA 480 class schedule data for fall 2025
CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
71778
Laboratory-Discussion
A
9:00AM -12:00PM
W
Krannert Center for Perf Arts
Donley, A
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
08/25/25-12/10/25
Special Approval:
Instructor Approval Required
Restriction(s):
Restricted to students in the Theatre department.
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