THEA 55BWorkshop in Performance: Barnstorm Lab
Process-oriented investigation of theater practice by working in and on productions in the student-directed Barnstorm Theater Company. Requires a minimum of 50 hours working backstage or onstage. Admission/enrollment is by audition for performance roles or by application for technical, design, or dramaturgy positions. See https://play.ucsc.edu/get-involved/auditions or email theater-ugradadv@ucsc.edu for details.
- Rehearsals culminate in public performances of staged productions. ADMISSION/ENROLLMENT: Students will be given a permission number to enroll through MyUCSC if they are chosen to take part in this production class. There are different processes for students who wish to participate as performers, designers, stage managers, or dramaturgs. For admission/enrollment details, schedules and requirements, check the department website: https://play.ucsc.edu/get-involved/auditions or contact the Theater Arts advisor: theater-ugradadv@ucsc.edu.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Mon Tue Wed Thu 7:00pm–10:00pm Fri 4:00pm–7:00pm | TA Drama B100, TA Drama B100 | R. Wear | Open 0/25 |
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Mon Tue Wed Thu 6:00pm–10:00pm Fri 4:00pm–7:00pm | TA Drama B100, TA Drama B100 | R. Wear | Open 0/25 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 6:00pm–10:00pm | TA Drama B100 | P. Ballard | Closed 40/40 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Mon Tue Wed Thu 7:00pm–10:00pm Fri 4:00pm–7:00pm | TA Drama B100, TA Drama B100 | P. Ballard | Open 32/40 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebecca Wear | 3.5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 67% | 6 |
| Patrick Ballard | 4.8 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 96% | 23 |
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