THE 1100 - Theatre Studies

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Aurora University

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Description:

3 semester hours Designed for students who are either planning tomajor/minor in theatre or have prior knowledge of theatre through either participation in productions or vast attendance, this course reviews the elements of theatrical production, developing knowledge of professionalmodels. This includes the roles of producers, directors, designers, actors and others in the industry. How the theatre works is linked to why the theatre works, by reading primary texts used as the foundation of theatre theory: why theatre exists, how it should be practiced and its purpose to and uses in a society. Major world theorists, such as Aristotle, Zeami, Brecht and Boal are covered. As often as possible, the words and examples of actual practitioners and their cultural contexts are used as the basis of discussion. No prerequisites. ( designed for majors/minors and students with prior knowledge and experience of theatre through practice) Meets General Education "Aesthetic and Philosophical Expression" Group Brequirement.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.aurora.edu

Phone Number:

(630) 892-6431

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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