Theatre and Dance, Theatre Dramaturgy Minor

Learning Outcomes:

1. Core Knowledge: Students will demonstrate competency in the basic vocabulary, structures, processes, and history of the field of dramaturgy.
2. Research/analysis: Students will become well-versed in a range of research techniques and analytical lenses, as well as learning how to apply these concepts to script analysis and production critique.
3. Production Experience: Students will develop familiarity with the scope and process of dramaturgy as it pertains to rehearsal and production participation.
4. Communication Skills: Students will be able to communicate ideas clearly and effectively in writing, during meetings, and in rehearsal. 

Rationale:

To provide an opportunity for students to minor in Theatre Dramaturgy, with 12 credit hours required, and a menu of options for maximum flexibility in reaching the 18-21 hour minor requirement.  The Dramaturgy minor focuses on history and interpretation and is an area of interest in our theatre concentration. This minor provides options for students only interested in History and Dramaturgy while pursuing other majors or concentrations within the Department.

Required:

12 credits

• THEA 2010 - Theatrical Backgrounds Drama I Credits: 3
• THEA 2020 - Theatrical Backgrounds Drama II Credits: 3
• THEA 4930 - Theatre History I Credits: 3
• THEA 4940 - Theatre History II Credits: 3

Electives:

6-9 credits

Choose from:

• THEA 1100 - Acting I Credits: 3
• THEA 2100 - Acting II Credits: 3
• THEA 1200 - Introduction to Design Credits: 3
• THEA 2050 - Theatre Practice Credits: 1‑2
• THEA 2060 - Introduction to Performance Studies Credits: 3
• THEA 2200 - Backgrounds of Dance Credits: 3
• THEA 2155 - Movement for Actors I Credits: 2
• THEA 2185 - Period Style for Theatre I Credits: 3
• THEA 3910 - 20th Century Theatre Diversity Credits: 3
• THEA 4200 - Dance History II Credits: 3
• THEA 4330 - History of American Musical Theatre Credits: 3
• THEA 4730 - Movement for Actors II Credits: 2
• THEA 4820 - Directing I Credits: 3
• THEA 4830 - Directing II Credits: 3
• THEA 4990 - Research in Theatre Credits: 1‑3

Total credit hours: 18-21