STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 1.   Demonstrate an appreciation of the varied elements of the dramatic art.

 2.   Identify the value and necessity of theatre arts in culture and society.

 3.   Compare the relationship between the audience and the theatre artist.

 4.   Describe the artist`s responsibilities and activities.

 5.   Demonstrate knowledge of the theatre arts through hands-on experience in acting, design, and directing methods.

 6.   Demonstrate comprehension of theatre arts as an historical form of literature and communication through critical analysis presented in written essay or oral presentation.

 7.   Develop or improve critical thinking and communication skills such as listening, reasoning, analysis and criticism.

 8.   Demonstrate the ability to select and apply contemporary forms of technology to solve problems or compile information.

 9.   Read, analyze and apply written materials to new situations.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Course Introduction

         A.      Definition of theatre as an art form

         B.      Theatre`s relationship to other arts

         C.      The value and role of theatre in society and culture

         D.      Course overview

 II.     Audience

         A.      Relationship to performers

         B.      Communal experience and group communication

         C.      Audience influence on the art form

 III.    Audience analysis, group psychology

 IV.     Theatre Artists

         A.      Responsibilities of the various theatre artists

         B.      Individual theories, styles, contemporary theatre trends, social reflection

 V.      Styles and Practices of Drama

         A.      European theatre styles

         B.      British and Irish drama

         C.      American drama

         D.      Asian theatre practices

         E.      Other forms of world drama

 VI.     Methods of Staging and Production

         A.      Elements of technical theatre

         B.      Staging methods and techniques

         C.      Theatre architecture

 VII.    Critical Analysis and Methods of Evaluation

         A.      Theatre as a form of world literature

         B.      Methods of textural ad script analysis

         C.      Critical analysis of theatre production

         D.      Elements of performance as forms of communication