TransfermaticTHEA at Fullerton College

    THEA 106F - Beginning Principles of Playwriting

    Recent Professors
    William Mittler
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    25 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Eligibility for college-level composition or appropriate placement
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of THEA 106F
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    54 hours lecture per term. This course introduces students to the elements of writing a play for the stage. Topics include dramatic structure, dramatic action, the relationship between dialogue and action, characterization, setting, theme, and point of view. Students will be assigned writing exercises culminating in a short play. Students will be expected to act in and direct other student's scenes. Field trips may be required outside of regularly-scheduled class times. (Degree Credit) (CSU) (UC) AA GE
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 10:00am–11:25am