THE-104 Introduction to Theatre

Introduction to Theatre will provide a broad survey of the theatrical arts (playwriting, acting, directing, and design). The course will focus on significant periods of theatrical history identifying important artists and innovators. Students will increase their understanding, appreciation, and critical perceptions of theatre by writing a 10-minute play and attending a theatrical production. This course is intended for students in the theatre track, or students looking to fulfill their general education arts requirement. This course carries SUNY General Education The Arts credit.

Credits

3

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Visual and Performing Arts

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• Yes

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Students will be able to identify the major dramatic periods, significant authors and dramatic works.
2. Students will demonstrate a broad understanding of the way literary and theatrical elements function together to create a unified work of art.
3. Students will review a live theatrical presentation in order to evaluate the production's overall effectiveness.
4. Student will critically read a play script in order to analyze its dramatic structure, sources of dramatic tension and theme(s).