This course deals with the nature and function of drama and theatre in society, and with the role and function of different aspects of theatre in production, including playwriting, directing, acting, design and technical theatre. It concerns itself with the social and cultural role played by theatre as an art form, and with how theatre is produced and produces its effects. The course is designed to introduce students to ways of discussing, analyzing and writing about the theatrical event. It will include attendance at selected productions, usually six, and a fee will be charged for the cost of travel to them.

An introduction to the reading and analysis of scripts, and the different ways in which critics, directors, actors, and designers approach them. The course will include exercises in the written analysis of a limited number of scripts.

A study of films from a variety of periods and places, this course aims to introduce the basic components of film language and to promote the understanding of film as an art form. Through the viewing and analysis of selected films key concepts such as photography, editing and movement will be explored, as will matters such as style, authorship, and genre. (Offered in Spring semester of even-numbered years.)

A studio course introducing acting methods, approaches and practices, for students of drama and theatre. (Offered in Spring semester of even-numbered years.)

An introduction to the methods and materials of theatrical design and production, including sets, costumes, lighting, sound, backstage operations, and stage management, for students of drama and theatre. Students will be expected to serve on some evenings and weekends in technical capacities on a production

This course will initiate the student into the academic study of theatre history, criticism and theory. It will focus on a variety of historical, critical and theoretical approaches to the analysis of drama and theatre.

A study of the theory and practice of theatre for young audiences, including script analysis and practical performance exercises. (Offered in Spring semester of odd-numbered years.)

The course is designed to give the student knowledge and understanding of contemporary cinematic expression. (Offered in Spring semester of odd-numbered years.)

Students will perform in departmental productions; or students with prior experience may apply to serve in technical capacities on productions. Admission is by interview or audition only.

A study of theatre history and historiography, focusing on the relationships between the plays written in selected historical periods and the theatrical and cultural conditions that shaped them. The course will explore various approaches and methods of historical interpretation. This is a two-semester course. When you select it you will be registered in 35-3021 in the Fall and 35-3022 in the Winter semester. A grade will not be assigned to 35-3021 until 35-3022 has been completed.

A studio course applying classroom theory to acting problems.

A continuation of 35-308. Students will perform in a public production. Admission is by audition only.

A continuation of35-311 . Students will perform in a public production. Admission is by audition only.

A study of conceptual approaches to set, costume, lighting and sound design for the theatre, together with practical exposure to the fundamental techniques of design, including drafting, the preparation of lighting plots, costume rendering, and special techniques for theatrical communication.This is a two-semester course. When you select it you will be registered in 35-3211 in the Fall and 35-3212 in the Winter semester. A grade will not be assigned to 35-3211 until 35-3212 has been completed.

An application of classroom theory to projects in theatre crafts. Students will serve in technical capacities on a production. Students will normally serve in different capacities in35-322 and 35-323.

An application of classroom theory to projects in theatre crafts. Students will serve in technical capacities on a production. Students will normally serve in different capacities in 35-322 and 35-323.

A study of various models of theatrical organization such as board and management structures, production management, technical direction, and stage management, together with their implications for theatrical production. This course may, but need not include practical work on productions, at the discretion of the instructor.

This course is designed to engage students in critical practice as applied to theatrical production.

A study of Canadian drama, theatre and theatre history, focusing on plays, theatre companies and productions of selected periods and the theatrical and cultural conditions that shaped them. This is a two-semester course. When you select it you will be registered in 35-3331 in the Fall and 35-3332 in the Winter semester. A grade will not be assigned in 35-3331 until 35-3332 has been completed.

A continuation of 35-341. Students will serve in different capacities in 35-341 and 35-342. Admission is by interview only.

This course is designed to give the student knowledge and understanding of Canadian film and film makers.

A study of theoretical approaches to the study of drama and theatre.

Independent study based upon bibliographies established in consultation with the instructor. An essay normally will constitute the written requirement for the course. Tutoring and/or consultation will be arranged, depending on the topic or materials for study. Special studies may also be arranged in the practical aspects of the theatre, with appropriate assignments, not leading to a production. Projects for this course are subject to the approval of the department, and must be submitted to the chair, on forms provided by the department, no later than the last day of classes in the semester prior to enrolment in the course.

Same as 35-360.

A seminar course that provides for intensive study of a specific aspect of drama and/or theatre. Admission is by interview only.

Same as 35-362

A study of the basic theories of directing, complemented by practical in-class directing exercises.

A course designed for students taking the London Semester consisting of a study of theatre events in London, through attending performances, reading texts and meeting for weekly seminars.

A studio course in acting for experienced students. Admission is by audition/interview only.

The application of the fundamentals of directing through the direction of a one-act play. Admission is by interview only.

An integrated studio course in scenographic concepts and techniques for the theatre. Admission is by submission of a portfolio and interview only.

The completion, under direction, of a project in acting, directing, dramaturgy, or design and technical theatre. Students will work in different capacities in 35-425, 35-426. Admission is by interview, audition, or submission of a portfolio, as appropriate.

The completion, under direction, of a project in acting, directing, dramaturgy, or design and technical theatre. Students will work in different capacities in 35-425, 35-426. Admission is by interview, audition, or submission of a portfolio, as appropriate.

A study in depth of one aspect or period of theatre history or historiography.

A study in depth of one aspect of dramatic or theatrical theory of criticism.

A study in depth of one aspect of dramatic literature.

A study in depth of one aspect of Canadian drama and theatre.

A study of the theory and practice of playwriting. Admission is by consent of instructor and may be based on an interview and/or submission of a written sample.

The completion, under direction, of a scholarly essay in the study of drama and/or theatre. Admission is by interview only.