THET 119 Introduction to Playwriting
This course is an introduction to the art and craft of playwriting. Students will participate in daily writing exercises, read play scripts, attend and respond to assigned theatrical performances, complete assigned written projects, and read them in class for discussion. Emphasis is placed on the student's increasing ability to freely employ the tools of the craft, including, but not limited to, conflict, character, action, dialogue, dramatic structure, responding to others' work, revision of written work, and preparation for production. This course is writing intensive.
Hours Weekly
3 hours weekly