THTR 1003 - Introduction to the Theatre

Description
Introduction to the theatre is a general survey for the field of theatre, emphasizing the study of various play genre, acting styles, directing techniques, scenery, lighting, and costume design as well as the history of the theatre.

Pre-Requisite
NONE

3 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
45 lecture hours

3 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring

ACTS Equivalent
DRAM1003 (ACTS) - Theatre Appreciation

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will:

Identify elements of theatre as an art form.
Identify the following components and explain how these components comprise the total theatre experience: audience, genres, dramatic structure, performers, and technical theatre.
Demonstrate understanding of theatre elements through classroom performances and presentations.

General Education Outcomes Supported
Students demonstrate information literacy.

Standard Practices
Topics List
Audience analysis, theatre history, dramatic criticism, genres, acting styles, directing, scenery, lighting, properties, costumes, publicity, social implications, cultural differences, educational, community, and professional theatre.

Learning Activities

Individual projects/presentations
Group projects/presentations
Field Trips/events
Guest Speakers
Service Learning and/or
Conference Poster

Assessments

A minimum of 4 critical papers in the areas of theatre criticism, character analysis, and script analysis.
A minimum of one history research project.
A minimum of one technical design project.
One in-depth semester research project, addressing one element of theatre.

Grading
N/A