Introduction to Theatre Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Instructor Information

Office Location

Music Building 302

Office Hours

*MR. NEWBURG’S ON-CAMPUS PRESENCE:

*PLEASE NOTE: Mr. Newburg maintains office hours for students in the EXPERIMENTAL THEATRE on the WASHINGTON STREET CAMPUS from 1:00-2:00PM Monday through Friday unless out-of-town, in a meeting, or otherwise engaged. If a student cannot find Mr. Newburg during the aforementioned availability, he is happy to have students request an appointment at different times via the email listed above. Mr. Newburg checks that email regularly (sometimes several times a day) and usually responds within twenty-four (24) hours from his receipt of the email; that being said, Mr. Newburg generally does not check his email as much or at all at night or in the very early morning hours, so students will most likely see responses from him between 8:00AM and 5:00PM. As he is not in his office frequently enough to check, phoning him is only the second-best way to contact him—email is preferred. A student should allow twenty-four (24) hours for Mr. Newburg to respond before trying to contact him again.

If a student is experiencing a technical difficulty with Blackboard or any other college-related online presence, he/she should contact AskAC by clicking here or by calling 806.371.5000 as quickly as possible—Mr. Newburg, unfortunately, is not as well versed with computer issues as the AskAC personnel, so a student should always try to contact them first to assist in getting online needs met.

Course Information

Recording Policy

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N/A

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N/A

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Course

DRAM-1310-001 Introduction to Theatre

Prerequisites

Course Description

Survey of theater including its history, dramatic works, stage techniques, production procedures and relation to other art forms. Participation in productions may be required.

Student Resources Student Resources Website

Department Expectations

Occupational License Disclaimer

Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

Online Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ ISBN10: 0-495-80797-4, ISBN13: 978-0-495-80797-1

Supplies

\ none required
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Student Performance

\ (minimum competencies)
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\ After studying the material presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program.

\ Possess a limited understanding of theatre history.
\ Define and explain theatre terminology, movements, and theories.
\ Compose a critical analysis of two productions beyond the mere retelling of the plot.
\ Develop an appreciation for the performing arts.

\ The course is designed to give a encapsulated view of the theatrical arts which includes, but is not limited to, its history, present status, design (in terms of production), theories on acting, plays, playwrights, directors, and critical analysis. Half the semester is devoted to the evolution on the fine art through an abridged study of its history. The class will also attend two productions during the semester to reinforce an appreciation for theatre arts. By the end of the semester, students completing the course will be able to execute all performance objectives with a 60% or better average competency rate.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

\ Since this course is primarily presented via AC Online, common internet courtesy is required of all students particularly in the Discussions module of this course. Students are encouraged and expected to articulate opinions on the art-form known as theatre as well as have the freedom to ask pertinent questions over the material to be discussed. This performing art can inspire "heated" discussion; however, each student must respect his or her fellow classmates' opinions as well. "Cyber-bullying" will not be tolerated. This class does inspire laughter, debates, and interrogatives, but these must be presented with the decorum demanded of a college classroom.

Grading Criteria

15 Weeks of Discussion Questions = 20% of Overall Average

15 Chapter Tests (lowest score dropped) = 20% of Overall Average

Critique 1 = 20% of Overall Average

Critique 2 = 20% of Overall Average

Final Exam = 20% of Overall Average

A = 90-100 overall competency percentage
B = 80-89
C = 70-79
D = 60-69
F = -59

Makeup of missed tests and/or exams are left to the discretion of the instructor and only upon receipt of documentation justifying absence. Details to be discussed on first day of class.

Attendance

\ Please see Amarillo College's Attendance Policy in your catalog.

Calendar

January

19           Assigned: Chapter 1 Discussions

21           Assigned: Chapter 1 Test

25           Last day to drop with 100% refund

             Due: Chapter 1 Test by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 1 Discussions by 8:00AM

26           Assigned: Chapter 2 Discussions

28           Assigned: Chapter 2 Test


February

1            Due: Chapter 2 Discussions by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 2 Test by 8:00AM

2            Assigned: Chapter 3 Discussions

4            Assigned: Chapter 3 Test

8            Due: Chapter 3 Discussions by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 3 Test by 8:00AM

             Last day to drop with 70% refund

11           Assigned: Chapter 11 Discussions

13           Assigned: Chapter 11 Test

15           Due: Chapter 11 Test by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 11 Discussions by 8:00AM

             Last day to drop with 30% refund.

16           Assigned: Chapter 12 Discussions

18           Assigned: Chapter 12 Test

22           Due: Chapter 12 Test by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 12 Discussions by 8:00AM

23           Assigned: Chapter 13 Discussions

25           Assigned: Chapter 13 Test

29           Due: Chapter 13 Test by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 13 Discussions by 8:00AM


March—Urinetown opens the 10^th 

1            Assigned: Chapter 14 Discussions

3            Assigned: Chapter 14 Test

             Assigned: Critique #1

7            Due: Chapter 14 Discussions by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 14 Test by 8:00AM

8            Assigned: Chapter 15 Discussions

10           Assigned: Chapter 15 Test

21           Due: Chapter 15 Discussions by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 15 Test by 8:00AM

22           Assigned: Chapter 16 and 17 Discussions

23           Due: Critique #1 by 8:00AM

24           Assigned: Chapters 16 and 17 Test

28           Due: Chapter 16 and 17 Discussions by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapters 16 and 17 Test by 8:00AM

29           Assigned: Chapter 4 Discussions

30           Assigned: Chapter 4 Test


April

4            Due: Chapter 4 Discussions by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 4 Test by 8:00AM

5            Assigned: Chapter 5 Discussions

7            Assigned: Chapter 5 Test

11           Due: Chapter 5 Test by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 5 Discussions by 8:00AM

12           Assigned: Chapter 6 Discussions

14           Assigned: Chapter 6 Test

18           Due: Chapter 6 Test by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 6 Discussions by 8:00AM

19           Assigned: Chapter 7 Discussions

21           Assigned: Chapter 7 Test

             LAST DAY TO DROP THIS CLASS.

25           Due: Chapter 7 Test by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 7 Discussions by 8:00AM

26           Assigned: Chapter 8 Discussions

28           Assigned: Chapter 8 Test

             Assigned: Critique #2


May—Afterlife: A Ghost Story opens the 5^th  

2            Due: Chapter 8 Test by 8:00AM

             Due: Chapter 8 Discussions by 8:00AM

3            Assigned: Chapter 9 Discussions

5            Assigned: Chapter 9 Test

9            Assigned: Final Exam

             Due: Chapter 9 Discussions by 8:00AM

Due: Chapter 9 Test by 8:00AM

11           Due: Critique #2 by 8:00AM

12           Due: Final Exam by 12:00PM

Additional Information

Required On-Campus Assignments:

Urinetown at the Experimental Theatre on the Washington Street Campus. March 10-12, 2016, at 7:30PM and March 12-13, 2016, at 3:00PM. Students need see only one (1) performance of this production. Please visit www.TheatreAC.org for more information about the show, and see the Course Calendar for assignment deadlines above.
Afterlife: A Ghost Story at the Experimental Theatre on the Washington Street Campus. May 5-7, 2016, at 7:30PM and May 8, 2016, at 3:00PM. Students need see only one (1) performance of this production. Please visit www.TheatreAC.org for more information about the show, and see the Course Calendar for assignment deadlines above.

Syllabus Created on:

11/30/-1 12:00 AM

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