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Academic Year 2000/2001

Theater Criticism
THEA 398 SP

The course will involve writing criticism of live performances. The group will discuss selected readings in dramatic theory and criticism. Student-written reviews and the performances that inspired them will be discussed. Each student will prepare a portfolio of pieces for final evaluation.

MAJOR READINGS

Readings will be drawn from a timely assortment of critiques, dramatic theory and criticism, Bernard Dukore's THEATER CRITICISM, Eric Bentley's THEORIES OF THE MODERN STAGE, etc.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Several short theater reviews in various styles and modes. Participation in class discussion.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Additional Requirements and/or Comments not known

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA THEA    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-26-2001

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