THEA 205 Text Analysis

This course introduces students to varying methods and approaches to script analysis. While students will become familiar with traditional methods of analysis, a significant emphasis will be placed on alternative and complementary methods including contemplation and intuitive responses, visualization and imagery, and somatic responses to play scripts. Through course readings, presentations, and group activities, furthermore, this course will familiarize students with vocabulary and strategies of analysis for actors, designers, and playwrights, thereby facilitating communication of production ideas.

Repeatable: N
Formerly 31-2120
Prerequisites THEA 111 Theatre Foundation I: Theatre Making and ENGL 112 Writing and Rhetoric II or THEA 111 Theatre Foundation I: Theatre Making and ENGL 112H Writing and Rhetoric II: Honors or THEA 111 Theatre Foundation I: Theatre Making and ENGL 122 International Writing and Rhetoric II or THEA 141 Musical Theatre Foundations and ENGL 112 Writing and Rhetoric II or THEA 141 Musical Theatre Foundations and ENGL 112H Writing and Rhetoric II: Honors or THEA 141 Musical Theatre Foundations and ENGL 122 International Writing and Rhetoric II
Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3