Jul 06, 2025  
2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Academic Catalog

THTR 1010 - Introduction to Theater


Credits: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

Theater 1010 is an introductory course designed to give students the skills to recognize contemporary theatrical practices and observe their historical lineage and cultural context In doing so, this class also seeks to examine the relevance of theater in modern life and subsequently teaches students to be appreciative audience members The material will focus on key theatrical terms and dramatic concepts Students will explore the major movements in dramatic literature from Greek Festival Theater to American Naturalism to contemporary theater The course will consist of lectures, discussions, and participation opportunities, as well as reading and analyzing plays, viewing filmed versions of plays, and attendance at a live theatrical event

Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENGL 1500 

ODHE Transfer: OT36TMAH

Course Classification: G

Fees: A fee applies to this course