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DRAMA 1310 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE SYLLABUS
Department of Theatre and Speech Communication Rev. 11/05
San Antonio College 1300 San Pedro San Antonio, Texas 78212-4299
Introduction to Theatre (DRAM 1310) Section
Credit Hours: 3
Instructor:
Office: Phone: (210) FAX: (210) 785-6484
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I. Catalogue Description: This is a course designed to provide a survey of the main fields of theatre activity thus providing a background for the appreciation and enjoyment of live theatre through an
understanding of the elements of theatre management, play analysis, acting, directing, and
technical theatre. Students will be expected to participate in management, acting and
technical activities.
II. Pre-requisites, co-requisites and other requirements: None
III. Text: Another Opening, Another Show: A Lively Introduction to the Theatre (2nd Edition)
by Tom Markus and Linda Sarver
IV. Instruction will consist of: Readings, Lectures, Class discussions, Individual and/or Group Presentations and Practical application.
V. Course Content: Unit 1: Elements of Theatre- Dramatic Structure and Analysis
Unit 2: Creative Process- Acting, Directing, Design, Playwrighting
Unit 3: Theatre History
Unit 4: Dramatic Genres
Unit 5: Theatre Attendance and Criticism
VI. Learning Outcomes:
A. Learning Outcome 1: The student will read, analyze and apply the 6 elements of theatre to a variety of dramatic literature studied in class.
Performance Objectives / Methods of Measurement:
- The student will be able to identify terminology through discussion, quizzes and exams.
- The student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of play analysis and dramatic structure through written composition.
- The student will evaluate a playwright’s work through written composition.
- Learning Outcome 2: The student will be able to demonstrate understanding through participation in the creative process of theatre.
Performance Objectives / Methods of Measurement:
1. The student will demonstrate knowledge of basic acting terminology and techniques- i.e. Characterization process.
2. Students will demonstrate knowledge of basic directing terminology i.e. stage directions
3. Students will execute knowledge basic design principles and terminology through design demonstrations
4. Playwrighting – see learning outcome 1 Performance objective 2.
D. Learning Outcome 3: The student will recognize the changing concepts of theatre from its origins to the present.
Performance Objectives / Methods of Measurement: Through written or verbal means
- The student will be able to classify the changes in theatre architecture.
- The student will be able to track the progression and changes in theatre acting styles.
- The student will be able to identify the development in theatrical genres, themes, and literature
E. Learning Outcome 4: The student will participate in the creative theatrical process through the attendance of live theater.
Performance Objectives / Methods of Measurement:
- The student will attend theatre productions held on campus.
- The students will demonstrate knowledge through a written evaluation of theatre performance.
VII. Course Requirements and Grade Computation:
A. College Requirements:
- A written comprehensive final examination, not to exceed three hours in length, shall be given at the end of each semester for each course at the regularly scheduled time. Any exceptions to these requirements must be approved by the appropriate dean. Other examinations are given at the discretion of the instructor.
- A student who must be absent from a final examination should petition that instructor for permission to postpone the examination. A student absent without permission from a final examination is graded “F.” Postponed examinations result in a grade of “I.” The final exam must be taken within 120 calendar days from the end or the semester or the grade automatically becomes an “F.” (San Antonio College Bulletin, Faculty Handbook – January, 1995)
B. Departmental Requirement:
- A student in any theatre course is required to complete AT LEAST fifteen (15) laboratory hours outside of scheduled class time engaged in departmental production activities.
C. Instructor Requirements:
- All students are expected to fully participate in all class discussions and activities. Any behavior that is disruptive to instruction or general classroom decorum will not be tolerated.
- Being late to class or leaving early is both considered a form of absenteeism. If a student comes to class 15 minutes after it has begun or leaves 15 minutes before class is over, it is recorded as an absence. If a student comes to class 1-14 minutes after it has begun or leaves 1-14 minutes before class is over, it is recorded as a partial absence. Two partial absences will be equivalent to one official absence. (See College Attendance Policies below)
D. Grade Breakdown:
- The grade for this course will be determined as follows:
- Exam #1 ( Midterm) 10%
- Design Project 10%
- Play Review 15%
- Performance Project 10%
- Lab Hours 15%
- Class Participation, Quizzes 20%
- Final Exam 20%
VIII. College Policies:
A. San Antonio College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability with respect to access, employment programs or services.
B. Students are urged not to bring children to either a class or lab. Minors under the age of twelve (12) must not be left unattended on campus. (College Academic Council – April, 1998)
C. ADA Statement: As per Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if accommodation is needed contact the Office of Disability Support Services, Chance Academic Center 124C, Phone: (210) 733-2347.
D. A Rapid Response Team exists for the purpose of responding to emergencies. If you have a disability that will require assistance in the event of a building evacuation, notify Disability Support Services, Chance Academic Center 124C, Phone: (210) 733-2347.
E. Academic Dishonesty: Students may be subject to disciplinary proceedings resulting in an academic penalty or disciplinary penalty for academic dishonesty. Academic Dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism and collusion. For additional information refer to the “Student Code of Conduct” in the San Antonio College Bulletin.
F. Students are required to silence all electronic devices (e.g. pagers, cellular phones, etc.) when in classrooms, laboratories and the library. (College Academic Council – January, 2000)
G. San Antonio College Attendance Policy: Regular and punctual attendance at all classes and laboratories, day and/or evening, is required. A student absent for any reason is responsible for all work missed. Both tardiness and early departure from class are forms of absenteeism. The instructor establishes a policy with regard to each. (see Instructor Requirements above) Absences of each student are recorded without exception. The counting of absences begins on the first day of class. A student absent the equivalent of two weeks of instruction in a 16-week semester class may be dropped by the instructor. If a student is dropped from a class for excessive absences, the instructor will record a grade of “W” (withdraw). It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that the withdrawals have been submitted.
H. San Antonio College is a smoke free campus.
I. ACCD DPS Emergency Phone Numbers:
ACCD DPS Emergency Phone (210) 222-0911
ACCD DPS General Phone (210) 208-8099
ACCD DPS Weather Phone (210) 208-8189 (For information on college closures)
J. Students must also abide by the policies, procedures, and rules set forth in the “Student Code of Conduct” and all other policies set forth in the San Antonio College Bulletin.