THDA 435 (01) - Introduction to Theatre

Introduction to Theatre

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   180  
CRN: 10456
Special Fees: $24.00
Introduces all aspects of theatrical production: play writing, acting, directing, design, technical theatre and construction, and theatre management. Cultural and social context of theatre in our time and through the ages. Introduces major classical and modern types of theatre. Selected plays are read and discussed, and attendance at theatrical production is required.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Attributes: Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)
Instructors: Brian Avers

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 12/11/2023 TR 9:40am - 11:00am HS 210
Final Exam 12/13/2023 12/13/2023 W 10:30am - 12:30pm ONLINE
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Questions? Nina.Morrison@unh.edu

From Hamlet to Hamilton, THDA 435 Intro To Theatre covers highlights from theatre history, theatre now, & the theatre of tomorrow, and fulfills the FPA DIscovery Requirement. You will see live UNH Theatre & Dance productions and filmed theatre, take part in creative assignments, and find out the answer to:

What is theatre? Where did it come from? Who makes it and how? What makes theatre special? How do I get free and cheap tickets?  What will be the theatre of the future?    

Students say:  "I loved this project!"    "I’ve never taken a theatre class and never did something like this but I had a lot of fun." "I'm glad I took this class with friends." "We all really bonded with each other and I think I made a new group of friends!"

 

Booklist

There is one required book:Theatre in Your Life, 3nd Edition by Robert Barton and Annie McGregor. You can buy or rent it as an e-book or in print at the University Bookstore, or use the free copy at Dimond Library reserves.