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, 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 studio course introducing acting methods, approaches, and practices. The course is open to all students interested in public presentation and performance.

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.

A studio course for drama students applying classroom theory to acting problems. The course is required of, but not restricted to, students in a drama specialization.

An introduction for drama students to the theory and practice of theatrical production and design, including sets, costumes, lighting, sound, and technical drawing. Students may 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.

The course is designed to give the student knowledge and understanding of contemporary cinematic expression.

Students will perform in departmental productions; or students with prior experience may apply to serve in technical capacities on productions. Admission by application to the department.

A studio course in acting that will address particular issues and techniques, and may conclude with a small-scale production.

A continuation of 35-208. Students will perform in a public production. Admission is by audition only.

A continuation of 35-311 . Students will perform in a public production. Admission is by 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.

A continuation of 35-222, focusing on the theory and application of theatrical crafts, and including work in a technical capacity on a departmental production.

A continuation of 35-322, focusing on the theory and application of theatrical crafts, and including work in a technical capacity on a departmental production. Students will normally work in different capacities in 35-322 and 35-323.

A study of various models of theatrical organization such as theatrical funding, board and management structures, production management, technical direction, and stage management, together with their implications for theatrical production and interpretation.

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

Students will serve in such capacities as stage managers, assistant stage managers, assistant directors, assistant designers, dramaturges, producers, or publicists on departmental productions, and will study the functions of these roles in theatrical production. Admission is by application to the department.

A continuation of 35-341. Students will normally work in different capacities in 35-341 and 35-342. Admission is by application to the department.

A study of the history, theory, and practice of theatrical design, with focus on the principles of set and prop design.

A study of the history, theory, and practice of theatrical design with focus on the principles of costume and lighting design.

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

A study of selected 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 study of Canadian plays in their historical, cultural, and theatrical contexts.

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.

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

An integrated studio course in scenographic concepts and techniques for the theatre. Admission is by application to the department.

The completion, under direction, of a project in acting, directing, dramaturgy, design or technical theatre. Students will normally work in different capacities in 35-425 and 35-426. Admission is by application to the department.

Same as 35-425

A study in depth of one aspect or period of theatre history or historiography. (Offered in even-numbered years.)

A study in depth of one aspect of dramatic or theatrical theory. (Offered in odd-numbered years.)

A study in depth of one aspect of dramatic literature. (Offered in even-numbered years.)

A study in depth of one aspect of Canadian drama and theatre. (Offered in odd-numbered years.)

A study of the theory and practice of playwriting. Admission is by application to the instructor .

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