THTR 2230 Children's Theatre

This is a participatory course that emphasizes the importance of theatre for children. Students have the opportunity to analyze and create theatre for audience member of all ages. Interaction with children through class projects both on and off campus provide hands-on experience throughout the semester for the student.

Credits

3

Typically Offered

Demorest Campus: fall day

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Explore the nature and structure of Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) including connections to curriculum in Georgia.
2. Plan, lead, and evaluate drama sessions with K-12 students.
3. Critique a TYA production.
4. Research and produce a study guide for a TYA production.
5. Understand the connection between drama in education and children’s theatre.
6. Explore 20th and 21st century dramatic literature for children.
7. Work collaboratively with a production team to design a comprehensive children’s theatre experience for K-12 students including introductory drama activities, a children’s theatre production, and extension activities for the classroom.