DRA 101 - Introduction to Theatre

Credit(s) 3.00
Lecture Hours: 3.00
This course is a survey of the elements of theatre. The course covers units on audience/performer relationships, dramatic forms, dramatic literature, history of the theatre, dramatic theory and criticism, and technical theatre. This course satisfies a general education requirement in the Arts and Humanities Area.

SLOs:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Discuss the role of the playwright in a theatrical event.
Demonstrate a basic knowledge of dramatic structure.
Discuss the role of the actor in a theatrical event.
Analyze a theatrical character.
Discuss the role of the director in a theatrical event.
Analyze a theatrical script.
Discuss the role of the designer in a theatrical event.
Apply theories of design to a specific script.
Critique a theatrical production.
Explain key mileposts of dramatic history.
Identify the main points of audience/performer interaction.
Recognize the different genres of drama.
Identify various types of theatrical spaces.