Theatre Performance

Theatre History and Literature

• 74-001 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 74-002 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 74-003 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 74-004 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 74-104 THEATRE APPRECIATION
  An introduction to the various elements that contribute to the development of theatre as a specialized art form, with particular emphasis placed on the role of theatre as an artistic and humanizing experience. Topics covered include historical and cultural influences, the nature and variety of drama...
• 74-114 THEATRE ARTS IN LONDON
  A theoretical and experiential survey of the art of the theatre, its past and present, with an emphasis on the role of theatre within the society and the techniques employed to achieve its purpose. Emphasis will be upon attending performances in London. This course is taught by faculty from Goldsmit...
• 74-124 THEATRE HISTORY AND HISTORIOGRAPHY I
  A theatre course exploring various critical approaches to Western written texts intended for the stage, in order to help students develop the ability to analyze and evaluate a variety of scripts in terms of form (structure and tone) and style. Students will read some of the most important realist pl...
• 74-234 THEATRE HISTORY AND HISTORIOGRAPHY II
  This course focuses more on theatre history and historiography than on dramatic literature. Students will be asked to meditate on questions regarding the uses to which play-texts are put in the educational system and in cultural practices (performances through the ages, films, television, exhibition...
• 74-244 THEATRE HISTORY AND HISTORIOGRAPHY III
  See Theatre 74-234 Theatre History and Historiography II for course description. Theatre History and Historiography I, II and III may be taken in any order. (FAL) (WA)
• 74-254 EAST MEETS WEST: INTERCULTURALISM AND THEATRE
  An investigation of theatrical interculturalism in a worldwide context. This course examines the series of exchanges, imitations, misunderstandings and betrayals that took place in theatre during the 20th century and the new forms produced at the intersection of cultures. The focus will be on: (a) t...
• 74-294 HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN MUSICAL THEATRE
  A cultural study of the American Musical as an art form beginning with its origins in vaudeville, burlesque, English music halls, European operetta and minstrel shows through its development, and ultimately its effect on popular culture today. This class will include in-depth analysis of varied musi...
• 74-301 SELECTED TOPICS
  Special studies not in the regular curriculum, offered upon student request. May be repeated with change in topic.
• 74-302 SELECTED TOPICS
  Special studies not in the regular curriculum, offered upon student request. May be repeated with change in topic.
• 74-303 SELECTED TOPICS
  Special studies not in the regular curriculum, offered upon student request. May be repeated with change in topic.
• 74-304 SELECTED TOPICS
  Special studies not in the regular curriculum, offered upon student request. May be repeated with change in topic.
• 74-314 PLAYWRITING
  Theory and practices of playwriting. Includes the writing of scripts for theatre reading and production. Also English 10-314. (FAL)
• 74-324 DRAMATURGY
  Fundamentals for the development of a dramaturgical sensibility in order to promote integration between theory (the knowledge of theatre history, dramatic literature and criticism) and practice (the expertise needed to realize the potential of a play in a particular production). The course focuses o...
• 74-414 COSTUME HISTORY I
  A survey of historic costume and fashion in the Western world from classical antiquity through the 18th century. This course focuses on the exploration of the relationship between social, political and cultural occurrences and fashion, art and clothing. The ability to identify historical periods by ...
• 74-424 COSTUME HISTORY II
  A survey of historic costume and fashion in the Western world from the late 18th century through the present. This course focuses on the exploration of the relationship between social, political and cultural occurrences and fashion, art and clothing. The ability to identify historical periods by cos...
• 74-614 THEATRE FOR SOCIAL CHANGE: HISTORY AND THEORY
  This course examines the ways that contemporary theatre and performance with a determined social standpoint attempts to confront issues of political engagement and activism in order to inspire social change. Examples of playwrights and theatre companies covered include: Tony Kushner, Anna Deavere Sm...
• 74-704 SHAKESPEARE
  See English 10-624. (H)
• 74-901 TUTORIAL
• 74-902 TUTORIAL
• 74-903 TUTORIAL
• 74-904 TUTORIAL
• 74-922 CAPSTONE I
  This course, normally taken in the spring of the junior year, involves the students’ preparation for their Capstone projects, which will take place in the senior year. Students will work with their faculty mentors to select, plan, organize and conduct research for their projects. Students and thei...
• 74-932 CAPSTONE II
  Taken during the senior year, this course involves the completion and presentation of the students’ capstone projects. In addition to a public presentation of a paper, project, performance or theatre production, students and their faculty mentors will regularly meet to assess progress on and evalu...
• 74-941 ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP
  Must be taken Pass/D/F.
• 74-942 ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP
  Must be taken Pass/D/F.
• 74-943 ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP
  Must be taken Pass/D/F.
• 74-944 ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP
  Must be taken Pass/D/F.
• 74-951 INDEPENDENT STUDY
  May be repeated with change in content.
• 74-952 INDEPENDENT STUDY
  May be repeated with change in content.
• 74-953 INDEPENDENT STUDY
  May be repeated with change in content.
• 74-954 INDEPENDENT STUDY
  May be repeated with change in content.
• 74-984 HONORS
  By invitation only.

Dance

• 79-001 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 79-002 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 79-003 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 79-004 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 79-204 BALLET
  A study of basic foot, arm and body position in ballet. The student is introduced to the barre for fundamental ballet exercises, followed by center practice and combination of dance steps. (FAP)
• 79-244 HISTORY OF DANCE
  A survey of the development of humankind through dance from primitive times to the 20th century, with a special focus on ballet and dance in America. (FAL)
• 79-301 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 79-302 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 79-303 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 79-304 SELECTED TOPICS
  May be repeated with change in topic.
• 79-404 MODERN DANCE
  Education in body movement through dance techniques designed to teach an understanding of rhythm and relaxation and a presentation of basic movement problems. (FAP)
• 79-414 THEATRE DANCE
  See Theatre 73-414. (FAP)
• 79-504 JAZZ DANCE
  A study of jazz technique, free style movement, floor and barre work and combinations. The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a wider range of body movement and a creative means of expression for theatre dance. (FAP)
• 79-604 TAP DANCE
  An introduction to tap dance techniques, emphasizing the use of this dance in theatrical performance. (FAP)
• 79-804 DANCE REPERTORY
  Emphasis is on learning new techniques through combined movement phrases and by learning one dance and/or sections from others. Prerequisites: Any two of the following: Dance 79-204, 79-404, 79-504. May be repeated once for credit. (FAP)
• 79-901 TUTORIAL
• 79-902 TUTORIAL
• 79-903 TUTORIAL
• 79-904 TUTORIAL
• 79-941 ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP
  Must be taken Pass/D/F.
• 79-942 ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP
  Must be taken Pass/D/F.
• 79-943 ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP
  Must be taken Pass/D/F.
• 79-944 ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP
  Must be taken Pass/D/F.
• 79-951 INDEPENDENT STUDY
• 79-952 INDEPENDENT STUDY
• 79-953 INDEPENDENT STUDY
• 79-954 INDEPENDENT STUDY