THEA 111 - Theatre History III 20th Century to the Present

Institution:

Drew University

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Description:

A survey of Modernism in the Theatre from Realism through Absurdism to the implications of Post-Modernism. Examines significant departures from and complements to the mainstream such as the development of noncommercial theatre and the growth of multiculturalism, performance art and interactive, multidisciplinary theatre. Gives consideration to the plays, criticism, theatres, audiences, performers, styles and conventions of theatrical production. Students will synthesize and correlate classroom work with ongoing observation of historical influences in contemporary theatre, developing familiarity with the particular theatres and artists who are currently interpreting, rejecting or re-inventing theatre history. Signature of instructor required for registration. Prerequisite: THEA 110. Offered fall semester.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.drew.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 408-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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