THEA323

Students will examine the origins, history, and techniques of various American artists working on experimental theatrical work since 1950. They will study various elements of these artists, including their social and cultural context and their relationship to other media and art forms such as visual arts, cinema, television, and literature. They will analyze performance texts and essays, view performances in live venues and on film, and visit venues and converse with working artists and producers. They will reflect upon and analyze the intents, methodologies, content, and theories of the various artists and critics in class discussions, in-class and take-home written assignments. They will synthesize their knowledge in their final creative individualized projects.