Interdisciplinary Arts 0274 - Real Characters Imagined Event

The primary focus of this intermediate playwriting course is using historic characters as inspiration for original one-act plays. In addition to developing and deepening our craft as playwrights - clarifying dramatic action, and creating more dynamic characters - we will read the work of theatre makers such as Lin Manuel Miranda, Katori Hall and Charise Castro Smith who are creating new dramas that are simultaneously comedic, musical and political commentary. A large part of our process will involve integrating critical research and creative practice. Students working on plays already in process, as well as those starting new dramas, are invited to enroll in this workshop class.

Arts, Design, and Media Multiple Cultural Perspectives Independent Work 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.