THE 221 - Survey of American Musical Theatre

Semester Hours: 4

This course explores musical theater in America and its relation to the continually changing social milieu by examining selected productions, their creators, and performers. The course follows a chronological organization in order to trace the development of musical theater as it has developed through the 20th century. The goal of this course is to help you appreciate, analyze and evaluate musical theater. Viewing thirteen videos of musical theater (most adapted to film) along with required readings and one live performance will provide the groundwork for studying the history, development, and contemporary manifestations of this particular art form.

Intellectual Perspective: VP