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LINCOLN UNIVERSITY

SPT-209-90 Introduction to Theatre

Course Syllabus

Summer 2022

 

Course Description

A survey course in the history, literature, criticism, and arts of the theatre.

Credit Hours

3 credit hours

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to write a critical play review in which they will

  • Illustrate a connection between a thematic perspective presented by the play/musical and how it reflects the current society in which the production was presented.
  • Provide and defend a personal opinion on the quality of at least one performer’s acting ability by demonstrating how the actor was good or could be stronger.
  • Show a connection between the visual elements of the play/musical (Costumes, Scenery, Lighting, Projection) and either
    • the character who lives in that environment
    • the thematic perspective presented
    • the overall emotional state of the play/musical
  • Identify the Title of the play/musical, the Location, Lead Actor(s) and their role, and the Primary Designers (Costume, Scenery, Lighting) and the Structure of a Play Script.

Faculty and Office Hours

Jay Rozema,

Coordinator of Online Learning / Adjunct Theatre Instructor

440 MLK

Office Phone: 573-681-5205

Cell for Text: 660-815-5666 (Emergency Fri – Sun ONLY!)

E-mail Address:  rozemaj@lincolnu.edu

 

As this is an online course my office hours will not be “official”. I work on campus and therefore I’m almost always connected to my email and office phone during the day. Since this is a summer offering Lincoln’s campus schedule is Monday - Thursday. Campus is closed on Fridays.

 

Summer On Campus Office Availability

Monday – Thursday    9:00am – 4:00pm

 

Course Summary:

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