THEA 252 Theater History II

College of Performing Arts

3 credits 45.0 HOURS
200 level undergraduate course

Two-semester survey of the history of theater: its dramatic literature, theater structures
and production methods, styles of acting, and historical trends, through readings,
discussions, and lectures. The course explores the history of theater through its artistic,
spiritual, political, and cultural sources of empowerment. Students are provided with
the historical background to apply acting, directing, and designing techniques to the
theater of other periods of history.

Prerequisites COMP*102, COMP*102E, COMP*112, or COMP*112H

Open to Majors in School of Theatre Arts Only.
This course is not repeatable for credit.