Theater and Dance 350 - Generative Studio

This is a studio course that explores making theater in an immersive way, and in collaboration, to create original works of art. Through a combination of improvisation, research, and devised theater-making techniques, participants will explore diverse themes and narratives, shaping performances that reinterpret existing texts and activate nontraditional performance spaces. This studio course empowers students to challenge artistic boundaries and foster creativity, collaboration, and innovation in the realm of contemporary theater making. The course concludes with sharing of prepared pieces. Two class meetings per week. 

Spring semester. J. Stills.

How to handle overenrollment: THDA majors given priority. Instructor will choose students based on a balance of interests and class years.

Students who enroll in this course will likely encounter and be expected to engage in the following intellectual skills, modes of learning, and assessment: This course will involve regular attendance and class participation, class discussion, reading, and possible viewing and writing assignments. Additional assignments may include work with peers outside of class, rehearsal or other artistic assignments, as well as physical or vocal performance work and/or visual, aural, and physical analysis as applicable. Attendance at performances outside of class may also be required.