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DRAM-1310-002 Theatre Appreciation
Survey of theater including its history, dramatic works, stage techniques, production procedures and relation to other art forms. Participation in productions may be required.
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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
Hybrid
none required
none required
(minimum competencies)
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.
1. Possess a limited understanding of theatre history.
2. Define and explain theatre terminology, movements, and theories.
3. Compose a critical analysis of two productions beyond the mere retelling of the plot.
4. 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. Plays on video will open classroom discussions and student critical analysis. Finally, the class will 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.
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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, unnecessary talking and/or physical disruptions will not be tolerated. Those students causing the aforementioned disruptions will be asked to leave the classroom for the duration of the period. This class does inspire laughter, debates, and interrogatives, but these must be presented with the decorum demanded of a college classroom.
A = 90-100 overall competency percentage
B = 80-89
C = 70-79
D = 60-69
F = 0-59
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.
Please see Amarillo College's Attendance Policy in your catalog.
STUDENTS ONLY MEET ON-CAMPUS ON TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS
AUGUST
Mon 22 (no assignments until class meets for first time on Tuesday)
Tue 23 Syllabus review. PowerPoint and DT+ reading assigned. Lecture over Lesson 1 as time permits. Last day to withdraw with 100% refund.
Wed 24 Continue reading assignment(s).
Thu 25 Continue lecture over Lesson 1. Graded in-class group discussion. Week 1 Test assigned online—due the following Monday at 11:59PM.
Mon 29 Week 1 Test due online by 11:59PM. DT+ video, Oedipus Rex, assigned for viewing due by class time the following Thursday.
Tue 30 Lecture over Lesson 2.
Wed 31 Continue reviewing notes over Lesson 2 lecture, and complete video viewing for the next class. Last day to withdraw with 70% refund.
SEPTEMBER
Thu 01 Lesson 2 lecture completed as necessary. Graded in-class group discussion. Discussion over video as time permits. Week 2 Test assigned online—due the following Monday at 11:59PM.
Fri 02 Last day to withdraw with 25% refund.
Mon 05 Week 2 Test due online by 11:59PM. DT+ video, The Taming of the Shrew, assigned for viewing due by class time the following Thursday.
Tue 06 Lecture over Lesson 3.
Wed 07 Continue reviewing notes over Lesson 3 lecture, and complete video viewing for the next class.
Thu 08 Lesson 3 lecture completed as necessary. Graded in-class group discussion. Discussion over video as time permits. Week 3 Test assigned online—due the following Monday at 11:59PM.
Mon 12 Week 3 Test due online by 11:59PM. DT+ video, A Doll’s House, assigned for viewing due by class time the following Thursday.
Tue 13 Lecture over Lesson 4.
Wed 14 Continue reviewing notes over Lesson 4 lecture, and complete video viewing for the next class.
Thu 15 Lesson 4 lecture completed as necessary. Graded in-class group discussion. Discussion over video as time permits. Week 4 Test assigned online—due the following Monday at 11:59PM.
Mon 19 Week 4 Test due online by 11:59PM. DT+ video, Six Characters in Search of an Author, assigned for viewing due by class time the following Thursday.
Tue 20 Lecture over Lesson 5.
Wed 21 Continue reviewing notes over Lesson 5 lecture, and complete video viewing for the next class.
Thu 22 Class will NOT meet on-campus this day. Graded on-line discussion forum assigned. Week 5 Test assigned online—due the following Monday at 11:59PM.
Mon 26 Week 5 Test due online by 11:59PM. DT+ video, The Crucible, assigned for viewing due by class time the following Thursday.
Tue 27 Lecture over Lesson 6.
Wed 28 Continue reviewing notes over Lesson 6 lecture, and complete video viewing for the next class.
Thu 29 Lesson 6 lecture completed as necessary. Graded in-class group discussion. Discussion over video as time permits. Week 6 Test assigned online—due the following Monday at 11:59PM.
OCTOBER
Mon 03 Week 6 Test due online by 11:59PM. DT+ video, Into the Woods, assigned for viewing due by class time the following Thursday.
Tue 04 Lecture over Lesson 7. LAST DAY TO DROP CLASS.
Wed 05 Continue reviewing notes over Lesson 7 lecture, and complete video viewing for the next class.
Thu 06 Lesson 7 lecture completed as necessary. Graded in-class group discussion. Discussion over video as time permits. Week 7 Test assigned online—due the following Monday at 11:59PM. Critique Assignment for BLITHE SPIRIT assigned—see details below in ‘Additional Information’.
Mon 10 Week 7 Test due online by 11:59PM. Finalize critique for the next class on Tuesday. Continue reviewing previous tests for upcoming Final Exam.
Tue 11 Critique Assignment due—must bring to class for full credit. In-class evaluation of Critique Assignment (part of critique grade).
Wed 12 Continue reviewing notes over Lesson 7 lecture, and complete video viewing for the next class. Final Exam assigned.
Thu 13 As needed, class will meet for any remaining questions for Final Exam that comes due at 11:59PM this day.
Required On-Campus Assignment:
Blithe Spirit at the Experimental Theatre on the Washington Street Campus. October 6-8, 2022, at 7:30PM and October 9, 2022, 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.
Access to Digital Theatre+ for readings and videos needed for Discussion Forums and Tests:
Username: student.amarillocollege
Password: instrument@1913
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