THTR 311 - Dramaturgy

Institution:

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Subject:

Theater

Description:

An introduction to the study and profession of dramaturgy. A study of the historical significance of the dramaturg through the reading of early and modern practitioners. An examination of a number of critical theories that students will use to contextualize play scripts under study. Performance of such dramaturgical tasks as identifying script references, historicizing social conventions and customs, comparing translations of notable foreign plays, preparing information packets for actors, directors, and design teams, drafting program notes, and organizing talkbacks. An opportunity to provide services for a department production.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.iup.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 357-2100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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