Interdisciplinary Arts 0222 - First Readings

This course replicates the fast-paced, collaborative spirit of a theater ensemble at the beginning of a rehearsal process. Over the course of the semester, we'll begin work on many plays - both classical texts and plays by visionary playwrights from diverse backgrounds and identities who are illuminating and redefining contemporary theater (Plays will be selected by both the instructor and by students). For each play, students will do both dramaturgical research and ensemble projects including scenes, design responses, ensemble-based physical explorations, and dialogue about how one would approach questions of race and casting in the play. The course is designed for students of all theatrical disciplines as well as those who have no background in theater but who are curious about collaborative work. The goals are to broaden students' repertoire of plays and to dive headlong into the question: how do we begin?

Arts, Design, and Media Multiple Cultural Perspectives Writing and Research In this course, students are expected to spend at least six to eight hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time. This time includes reading, writing, research, and rehearsal. Field trips are anticipated. Costs will be approximately $20/student.