THEA 392 - History of Musical Theatre

Institution:

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Theatre

Description:

This survey course will explore the historical use of music in drama with a focus on the invention, development and masterworks of the American musical genre. Major genres, composers, lyricists, librettists, directors, choreographers, and performers will be discussed. The socio-historical context of various musicals will be explored through the literature of the genre.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Other

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.sru.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 738-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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