Special Topics in Theater History: Table Top Theater
THEA 203
Fall 2011 not offered
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This course will bring the performance practices of European Theater from the Greeks to the early 19th Century to life through Table Top reconstructions of period theatrical texts. Students will research the historical context, art, fashion, architecture, acting style, etc. of selected periods and apply that research to interpretations of historical plays through production of miniature performances. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Intercultural Literacy, Interpretation |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA THEA |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Major Requirement for: (THEA) |
Major Readings:
Selected plays will include, but not be limited to, the works of Aeschylus, Euripedes, Büchner, Molière, Shakespeare, and Marlowe.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Each student will be involved in a monthly group presentation. The 3 assigned monthly presentations will be thematically and historically appropriate to the assigned period. Final projects will allow for reinterpretation and adaptation of the historical materials. Performances and relevant research will be documented for presentation on the Theater Department's website. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
THEA203 & THEA204 are required courses for theater majors. |
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