THE-220 Theatre History: Greeks through the 18th Century
This course surveys the global origins and development of theatre from its Antiquity to the 18th century within their historical, social, political and economic contexts. Theatre architecture, theatre technology, design concepts, acting styles, and significant dramatic works will be explored. Theatre traditions of non-Western cultures are also included. This course carries SUNY General Education Humanities and World History and Global Awareness credit.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the structures, systems, and interrelationships among civilizations and cultures within historical and/or contemporary contexts, and their impact on wellbeing and sustainability of theatrical practices.
- Acknowledge the interrelationships among civilizations and cultures by relating works of literature to both their socio-economic and historical contexts, and to the available theatre technology, architecture, and performance practices.
- Present on production elements and conventions of a major theatrical style or period (Greek, Roman, Medieval, Noh, Kabuki, etc.).
- Write and present on the development of one aspect of theatre production from antiquity to the 18th Century (choosing from theatre architecture, stage technology, acting, drama, or a design element).