This survey will explore the role of theatre in Western culture within a historical context. During the term, students will read four plays and attend one production. Four projects, four tests, one critical essay, and one final exam will be required. This course addresses basic theoretical principles of public speaking concentrating on content, organization, audience analysis, ethics, and language. Student apply these principles to several oral presentations with primary emphasis on extemporaneous speaking.
Daily participation is required.
A survey of dance history from the courts of Renaissance Italy to England, Germany, France and Spain. The course will focus on the development of dance as an art form. You will encounter the works of early dancing masters through period manuals. You will also learn some historical dance forms in classes conducted in the studio. Open to all students.