THTR 245 - Dramatic Literature in Film and Theatre

CR: 3
Contemporary drama and film have a rich literature that are not often read but there are many fine scripts that deserve study. We will read and discuss representative play and film scripts from contemporary theatre and film. All plays and films in this course have had their original production within the last eight years. Students will learn how to analyze scripts and make judgments on their quality. Students will participate in a staged reading of one or more of the scripts. Students will be required to attend some evening arts events. Offered every third year. This course counts for the CORE 150 requirement. C150, V.2, V.6a