One week: July 13-19, 2008
Do you want to learn how to set up your own light show? Lights and lighting are critical to good photographs, successful play productions and all forms of video. At the end of the week, participants will have an in-depth understanding of the impact of effective lighting and how it can influence not only the quality of a picture or scene, but also alter the impact of music. The culmination project will be for the class will be to design lighting to accompany a piece of classical music.
Gain hands-on experience with programming a lighting board, making fog, developing special effects lighting and hanging and focusing theatrical lighting. Working on Macintosh computers and Filemaker Pro software, you will even learn how to "light a pickle." The course will take place in the Furman Playhouse with a possible field trip to the Flat Rock Playhouse in North Carolina or Centre Stage in downtown Greenville.
Students with an interest in communications, TV, film, theater, cinematography, or who just want to be able to take better pictures or video, will benefit from this enrichment course.
Directing this program will be Mr. Rhett Bryson, professor of theatre arts at Furman who has been at Furman for 36 years. Rhett has professional theatre experience at the Asolo Theatre Festival in Sarasota, Florida, and is also a professional magician.
Program Dates and Tuition Cost
· The instructional program begins at 9:00 a.m., July 14 and ends at 4:00 p.m. July 18.
· Registration is scheduled from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 13.
· The program fee is $800.00 including room, board, materials, field trips and activities.
· Meals: Sunday, July 13 - dinner through Saturday, July 19 - breakfast.
Campus Housing and Amenities
· Participants will be housed in Lakeside Housing, one of Furman's residential complexes.
· Summer Scholars Program participants have access to campus amenities such as the James B. Duke Library, tennis courts, jogging trails, fitness trails, swimming pool, the University Center, and campus dining facilities. Bring casual and sports clothing for outdoor recreational activities.
Program Entrance Requirements
Summer Scholars programs are open to students entering the 11th or 12th grades who have strong academic skills and motivation. Rising sophomores may be admitted under special circumstances. Program enrollments are limited and qualified students are accepted on a first-come basis, so early application is recommended. Applications may be obtained from the Enrollment Office, Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC 29613 (864) 294-3231 or from the Summer Scholars Web site: http://www.furman.edu/summerscholars. Students may apply one class each week. Once your application is approved, you will receive an admisison letter and registration form requesting that you mail in your $150.00 non-refundable deposit. The deposit will guarantee your space in the program(s). If you plan to attend both weeks, you will be required to pay a deposit for each class.
