THTR 2150 - Theatre History

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Minneapolis Community and Technical College

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Description:

3.00 credits (3.00 lec) This course will expand students' knowledge of human cultures and the human imagination through an introductory study of theatrical history, classical dramatic literature, and theatrical eras in broad social, political, and economic context. Students will read plays from a wide range of time periods, geographic areas, theatrical styles, and subjects as they relate to the human condition and a cultural history of theatre. Topics covered will include theatre's origins, how historians reconstruct the elements of theatre, dramatic play structure, acting, productions, and the visual elements of theatrical performance from an historical perspective. Fulfills MnTC Goal Areas 6 and 8. Prerequisites: Placement into READ 0200 or placement into ESOL 0052 or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042 with faculty recommendation into ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051.

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.minneapolis.edu

Phone Number:

(612) 659-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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