THEA 350 - Special Topic- "slings & Arrows": an Outrageousintroduction to Theatre Ristau

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Hollins University

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Description:

"Slings & Arrows," the immensely popular and poignant Canadian televisionseries dealing with an annual Shakespeare festival, provides a clearly drawn and easily understood representation of the entire theatrical process. All of the major theatre archetypes are examined, including playwrights, directors, actors, technicians, front of house, marketing, stage management, public relations, and even audience. By watching and discussing episodes of the series and through careful reading from Edwin Wilson's foundational text, The Theatre Experience, students will gain insight and understanding of the complex world of theatre and the exciting, frustrating business of producing and presenting plays. Prerequisite: sophomore status or above. Offered Term 1.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hollins.edu

Phone Number:

(540) 362-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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