CH 3902 - Playwriting I

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Comparative Humanities

Description:

A course in beginning playwriting in which students will study the basic processes involved in writing a play. Students will be required to learn the art of dialogue and its use in the play, as well as writing short scenes and other exercises as they apply to playwriting. In order to enhance the craft of playwriting, students will read a number of plays, both historical and contemporary, in addition to seeing an occasional play, either at the College at Old Westbury or in New York City. At the end of the semester selected students' scenes will be given a reading by actors. Offered annually. Prerequisite: Introduction to Creative writing or an allied course.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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