THTR 1105 - Introduction to Theatre
3 Credits
Helps increase students’ understanding of the performing arts. Introduces the student to the history and theory of plays, playwrights, and the various arts and crafts of the theatre. Students will attend two (2) play productions selected by the instructor.
Major Content Areas
The social and historic context of the theatre, including exploration of the history and evolution of theatre.
The elements of performance and of different theatre spaces.
The roles and duties of different theatre artists involved in a production.
Theatrical criticism.
Dramatic text and literature and the analysis of such pieces.
Live theatre by experiencing the theatre arts in practice and engaging with theatre artists.
Learning Outcomes
Define and analyze performance elements, different theatre spaces, and the various collaborators needed for a theatrical production, including producers, directors, designers, actors, technicians, etc.
Evaluate and articulate an informed response to live theatre productions, utilizing knowledge and skills gained.
Articulate the ways in which theatre has evolved and has been an integral part of culture and society throughout history, and how theatre has been shaped by - and has shaped - the culture and society in which it was created.
Analyze, researchand evaluate dramatic literature both by reading scripts and by viewing performances; and understand the influences each particular society has on the playwrights and major themes within their work.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
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