THEA 161The Art and Science of Dramaturgy
Teaches the art and science of dramaturgy. Dramaturgy refers to the accumulated techniques that all theatrical artists employ to determine the aesthetic architecture of a piece of dramatic literature, discover everything needed to transform the inert script into a living performance, and apply that knowledge in a way that makes sense to an audience. Taking THEA 160 followed by THEA 161 best prepares students to undertake dramaturgical work on theatrical productions both at the university and beyond. (Formerly Advanced Dramaturgy.)
Prerequisite(s): Satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements.
- This class was has been retitled to "The Art and Science of Dramaturgy" from "Advanced Dramaturgy" and it no longer requires THEA 160 as a prerequisite. The new prerequisite is satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition (ELWR and C) requirements. Any student who has met the new prerequisites is now able to enroll without special permission.
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When it runs
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | TA Offices J102 | R. J. Gordon | Open 6/25 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Asynchronous | — | Staff | Closed 0/25 |
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