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COURSE OUTLINE : THRT 005A
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CURRICULUM
Subject Code and Course Number:
Division :
THRT 005A
Visual Arts and Media Studies
Course Title :
THEATRE HISTORY I
Summarize the need/purpose/reason for this proposal
To align course with C-id it is necessary to split the scope of THRT 5 into 2 separate classes as
follows: THRT 5a Theatre History from Ancient Greece to 1660 (course modification presented here)
and THRT 5b Theatre History from 1660 to Present Day. (course modification being reviewed) SLOs (Student Learning Outcomes)
1. Identify and describe major theatrical eras and the major playwrights, actors, and styles of theatrical
architecture and production from its origins through Restoration Theatre. 2. Synthesize the importance of social, political and religious characteristics as they influence artistic
and theatrical development across eras and cultures. 3. Discuss and explain major theories of production and performance from Aristotle to the 1660, and
apply that understanding the analysis of texts and performances.
SPOs (Student Performance Objectives)
1a. Critique and evaluate the historical, artistic, social and philosophical environments in which theatre
exists. 1b. Outline the historical development of theatre from its origins through Restoration Theatre. 2a. Compile evidence illustrating how the relationship between the audience and theatre artist has
changed over time. 2b. Analyze the role of the theatre arts and its relationship to other parts of society. 2c. Confirm the value and necessity of theatre arts in culture and society. 2d. Assess the historical relevance, context and importance of different plays. 2e. Compare, contrast and analyze the world view presented by the playwrights in each play. 3a. Demonstrate critical thinking and communication skills such as listening, reasoning, analysis and
criticism when reading or viewing plays. 3b. As a theatre patron, analyze and critique dramatic literature and performance.
CCOs (Course Content Outline)
Part I. Course Introduction A. Theatre origins B. The theater as an art form C. The audience and the critic D. Contemporary Critique, Criticism and History. Part II. The Theater of the Past A. The Theater of Ancient Greece B. Roman Theater and Drama C. Medieval Theater and Drama D. Spain and Elizabethan England E. The Italian Renaissance F. French Classicism G. Restoration Theatre PASADENA CITY COLLEGE
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Reading and analysis plays and written reactions and evaluations required.
Methods of Instruction
Lecture, Guided critical review of theatrical works
Methods of Evaluation of Student Performance
Writing: written homework, reading reports, tests and quizzes.
Assignments
1. Read and analyze a given play. Discuss character development. Keep in mind the Political,
Economic Religious and Social movements of the period and relate your character analysis to what
was occurring historically during the period. 2. Read and analyze a given play. Write a 5-page term paper explaining the political and historical
significance of the play. Relate the paper to what was occurring historically during the time period in
which the play was written.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Catalog Description
History of theatre from the Origins of Theatre to 1660. History and development of theatre and drama
in relationship to cultural, political and social conditions of the time. Plays are read for analysis of
structure, plot, character and historical relevance. No credit if taken after THRT 005. Total of 54 hours
lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Prerequisite(s)
Corequisite(s)
Recommended Preparation
Enrollment Limitations
Instructional Activities associated with TBA
Units :
3.0
CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE
Credit Type :
D Credit – Degree Applicable
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Maximum Course Units :
Minimum Course Units:
Computed Total Carnegie Units :
Course Unit Totals in Agreement? :
No
Course Units Carnegie Compliant by Type and Mode? :
Yes
Course Units Carnegie Compliant in Total?:
Yes
Total Course Hours by Type and Mode
COURSE HOURS
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TBA Hours, Determinate Schedule
*Other Arranged Hours, Variable Schedule
(*Student is required to meet the same number of arranged hours each day or each week)
Override Computed Course Units if Necessary
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*Other Arranged Hours, Variable Schedule
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Repeatability :
Not Repeatable
The repeatable restrictions apply for Credit Courses do not apply to Non-Credit Courses. Only Non-Credit Courses can be repeated on unlimited number of times. PASADENA CITY COLLEGE
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Reason for Repeatability:
Courses for which repetition is necessary to meet major requirements of CSU or UC for completion of a bachelor's degree.
Intercollegiate academic or vocational competition
Intercollegiate Athletics
Methods of Delivery
Face-to-Face
On-Line – Primarily taught via Internet Hybrid – Blend of On-Campus and On-Line ITV – Instructional T.V. Maximum Class Size (NCN)
Minimum Qualifications (Discipline)
DRAMA/THEATER ARTS
Semester of First Offering
Summer 2015
Grading Option
B - Course for grade or pass/no pass
COURSE APPLICABILITY, TRANSFER AND ARTICULATION
Course Credit Status:
D Credit – Degree Applicable
State Transfer Code:
B Transferable, CSU/Private
State Classification Code:
A Liberal Arts/Sciences Degrees
Basic Skills Status/Level:
Y NA
Aligns with C-ID Decriptor
Thtr 113
Purpose of Course
UC Transferable
IGETC Area: Specify Area
Gen Ed. Local AA degree: Please specify
AA/AS Diversity Requirement in:
Global Studies
Ethnic & Gender Studies
Other: Please specify
CareerTech Certificate: Indicate name of Certificate(s) Theater Arts Theater Arts Technology
REPRESENTATIVE TEXTBOOKS OR OTHER MATERIALS
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Book 1
Author :
Wilson, Edwin
Title :
Living Theatre: A History of Theatre
Publisher:
McGraw Hill
Date of Publication:
2011
Edition:
6th
Other materials and/or supplies required of students:
Brockett, O.G.: History Of The Theatre, Allyn & Bacon, Inc., 1987. (4th Edition) textbook updated 11/15/2014
RESOURCES & DEPARTMENT PLANNING
Additional Resources Needed:
Facilities Needed to Teach this Course:
General classroom with video projection
Equipment Needed to Teach this
Course:
PROGRAM APPLICABILITY
Program Information
Program Category
In an approved program.
General Education
Part of a new program.
Career and Technical Education Program
Not part of an approved program.
Noncredit Program
Instructional Methods
Lecture
Lab
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Lecture & Lab
Distance Ed / Online Course
Work Experience
Independent Study
TBA
TOP Code Information
Program title - TOP Code: 100700 Dramatic Arts
SAM Code
A - Apprenticeship course (Courses offered to apprentices only.)
B - Advanced occupational (Courses taken in the advanced stages of an occupational program. Each “B” level course must have a “C” level prerequisite in the same program area.)
C - Clearly occupational (Courses taken in the middle stages of an occupational program. Should provide the student with entry-level job skills.)
D - Possibly occupational (Courses taken in the beginning stages of an occupational program.)
E Non-occupational
NON CREDIT ONLY
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D Health & Safety Education
E Education Programs for Persons with Substantial Disabilities
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