THA M01 - Introduction to Theatre

    Recent Professors
    Haleh Risdana, Suzanne Fagan, Moira MacDonald, John Loprieno
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    20–80 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    Focuses on the relationship of theatre to various cultures throughout history, and on the contributions of significant individual artists. Introduces elements of the production process including playwriting, acting, directing, design, and criticism. Surveys different periods, styles and genres of theatre through play reading, discussion, films and viewing and critiquing live theatre, including required attendance of theatre productions.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:00pm–2:15pm, Mon Wed 2:15pm–3:30pm, Tue Thu 2:15pm–3:30pm