THEA 353 - Musical Theater History I

Two-semester survey of the history of the American musical theater in the 19th and 20th centuries. Students develop insight into the writers, performers, and theater artists who created the legacy of the musical theater in America, and examine representative works from a variety of periods. Students undertake research projects focusing on major performers, writers, directors, and choreographers. Artists and their work are studied in print and on audio and video recordings. Formerly TH 312A

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: LACR 102

Priority enrollment to Musical Theater majors and minors.

Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs