THEA 351 Theater History I

College of Performing Arts Ira Brind School of Theater Arts

3 credits 45.0 hours
300 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 THEA*152

Open to Majors in School of Theatre Arts Only
This course is not repeatable for credit.
This course can fulfill an art history elective, liberal arts elective, or free elective requirement.