THR-360: Theatre History

Program
Credits 3
This course is an investigation of theatrical forms from the ancient Greeks to the modern era, focusing on the most significant developments in dramatic genres, performance styles, stagecraft, architecture, and audience. Students will study dramatic texts as well as evidence of historical theatre practice in order to explore the influence of theatrical trends and culture have on performance (and vice versa). Prerequisite: ENG 112 or WRI 118. This course fulfills the Cultural and Global Place requirement in the General Education Curriculum.