INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE FOR CULTURAL AND SOCIAL AWARENESS

ENGL 653

Theory and practice of using applied theatre in educational settings to engage audiences (usually students) in important social or cultural issues. Includes readings, research, discussion and the devising, production and performance of a play by the students in the course for community audiences.

GEN&WS/THEATRE 415

Introduction to the history, literature and theory of feminist theatre and of feminist criticism of mainstream theatre in the United States from 1960 to the present.

THEATRE 329

Introduction to historical, social and political contexts of African-American artistic expression in theatre and performance. Offers critical analyses of theatre, films, and/or dance forms that reflect cultural values, ideologies and performance aesthetics rooted in African-American and West African traditions.

THEATRE 100

By attending live theatre performances, watching films of theatrical productions and participating in colloquiums with theatre professionals, explore how theatre is made through the lens of various theatre artists. Through this exploration, develop an understanding and a deeper appreciation of performative events as well as critically think about those experiences. Explores performance and the human condition, using acquired knowledge to build empathy and appreciation for the complexities of one's own and other people's perspectives.

THEATRE 219

Undergraduate study in subjects of current interest in design, performance, technology, history, dramatic theory, literature criticism, or theatre/drama education.