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Differentiate the components and skills necessary to produce theatre. c. Examine the origins of the drama and different historical theatrical periods. d. Recognize major dramatic literature and genres. e. Study different styles of theatrical venues and the evolution of those facilities. f. Identify certain important theatre playwrights, actors, designers and directors. g. Begin to formulate an aesthetic appreciation for theatre. 5. Instructional Facilities Lecture room with video projection ability. 6. Special Materials Required of Student None. 7. Course Content a. Myth, ritual, storytelling and the origins of theatre. b. The development of Western theatre. c. Theatre of the Far East. d. The development of the theatre venue and the various performance facilities. e. Theatrical stage machinery. f. Types of plays (tragedy, comedy, drama, musical theatre, melodrama, farce, fantasy) and the playwrights who promoted and perfected those different styles. THEATRE ARTS 110 INTRODUCTION TO THE THEATRE page 2 7. Course Content continued g. Trends and movements in theatre (Realism, Naturalism, Commedia dellarte, Absurdism, Postmodernism). h. Stage performers and their training. i. The evolution of the director in the theatre. j. Costume, set, light and sound design for the theatre. k. The audience and its impact on live performance. l. The role of criticism in theatre. m. Current trends and the future of theatre. 8. Method of Instruction a. Lectures. b. Viewing of projected materials. c. Group discussion. d. Attendance at selected performances. 9. Methods of Evaluating Student Performance a. Written examinations. b. Participation in class discussions. c. Written critiques on theatrical productions. d. Written final examination. 10. Outside Class Assignments a. Reading of assigned materials. b. Attendance at selected performances. c. Preparation of written critique. 11. Texts a. Required Text(s): Wilson, Edwin and Alvin Goldfarb. Theatre,The Lively Art. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Companies, 2012. b. Supplementary texts and workbooks: None. Addendum: Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, our students will be able to do the following: Examine the origins of the drama and different historical theatrical movements. Analyze, observe, and evaluate current live theatrical productions. Appraise the roles of various production personnel evolved in executing live theatre. 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