THEA 2055 - Theater Management and the Arts

Institution:

New College of Florida

Subject:

Theater

Description:

This course will introduce students to various elements and departments within typical theater organizations and theater administration. Throughout the course, students will explore the inner workings of both non for profit and commercial theater organizations through producing, marketing, development, company management, general management, audience development, theater education, and leadership. Assignments will include "creation of a theater company" that will guide students through the expectation of each department, as well infrastructure needed for these types of organizations to function and be successful. Students will get to experience types of arts administrative jobs that are typically available to entry level workers directly out of college while providing them hands on experiences of how these departments operate. Practical work will include creating budgets, utilizing marketing/press/advertising to attract audiences, and applying learning with best practices.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ncf.edu

Phone Number:

(941) 487-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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