THE 476 - Theatre for Youth

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Gallaudet University

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This course will begin with a review of the history, influences, and development of theatre for young audiences in the twentieth century. Particular emphasis will be placed on examining current trends in theatre for youth, including: standards for professional theatre, standards for in-school theatre programs, dramatic literature, and theatre-in- education. In addition to readings from the text: Children's Theatre, Children and Youth by Jed H. Davis and Mary Jane Evans, students will read selected plays from Dramatic Literature for Children: A Century in Review by Roger L. Bedard and Spit in One Hand, Wish in the Other: Six Plays by Susan Zeder for Young Audiences, by Susan Pearson -Davis. Students will attend theatre performances in the Washington, D.C. area. Prerequisite: THE 110

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gallaudet.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 651-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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