THTR 346 - American Drama | 2022-2023

Academic Year
2022-2023
Course Credits
3.00
Course ID
THTR 346
Course Name
American Drama
Description
A survey of significant American dramatic literature. Beginning with a brief background of eighteenth and nineteenth century drama influenced by European styles, the course progresses to Eugene O’Neill, widely considered to be the dramatist to define a distinct American voice in the theatre. This course then examines the work of significant playwrights such as Arthur Miller, Lillian Hellman, Tennessee Williams, Tony Kushner, Lorraine Hansberry and others, and includes a component on “the book musical”.
NB
Attendance at theatre performances is required. Not offered every year See department chair
Cross-listed
ENGL 396.
Prerequisite(s)
9 sem. hrs. of English and third or fourth year standing; or 6 sem. hrs. of English and 3 sem. hrs. of theatre and third or fourth year standing; or instructor's consent.