Social Science, Arts, Humanities Spring, 2010
INTD339: Internship in Dramaturgy (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: Permission of Dean
Instructor(s): Instructor Name: Robert Cooper
Office Number: Arts Center, Room 225
Phone Number: 906-635-2275
E-mail address: rcooper@sympatico.ca
Office Hours: By appointment and at rehearsals.
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
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4:00-5:00 pm |
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4:00-5:00 pm |
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Required Texts:
Romeo and Juliet, various editions
Wright, E. A. Understanding Theatre Today. Englewood Cliffs: Prentice-Hall, 1959
Recommended Texts:
Barba, Eugenio. On Directing and Dramaturgy, Burning the House.
Broadhurst, S. Liminal Acts. A Critical Overview of
Contemporary Performance and Theory. Cassell, 1999.
Bly, Mark, ed., The Production Notebooks, Vols. 1 and 2, Theatre Communications Group, 1995.
Cardullo, Bert, ed., What Is Dramaturgy? Peter Lang, 1995.
Counsell Colin and L Wolf, eds, Performance Analysis, Routledge, 2001.
Cremona, V. A. and P Eversmann e.a., eds, Theatrical Events: Borders – Dynamics – Frames, Rodopi, 2004.
Jonas, G Proehl, M Lupu, eds, Dramaturgy in American Theater: A Source Book, Harcourt Brace,1997.
Knowles, Ric. Reading the Material Theatre, Cambridge UP, 2004
Course Description: This course explores the theoretical role of the dramaturge, the art of dramaturgy, and the practical application of the tools of dramaturgy to a current production in rehearsal.
Course Goals: This course should begin to prepare the student to competently perform the role of a dramaturge and critic as they contribute to the world of theatre generally and to the creation of living productions in rehearsal.
Course Objectives: At the conclusion of INTD339 students will:
1. Be able to define “Theatre” and “Dramaturgy.”
2. Be able to describe the criteria used to discuss and evaluate the main components of theatre.
3. Be able to describe the role of the dramaturge and the processes by which dramaturgical decisions are made.
4. Be able to analyze theatrical productions on stage, television, and/or film.
5. Be able to write constructive reviews of local productions.
Grading Scale and Policies:
Point Values:
Exam 20 %
Practical Contributions and Discussions 30 %
Reports and Assignments 20 %
Essays (2) 30%
Total 100 %
Grading Scale:
98-100 A+ 70-77 C
92-97 A 68-69 C-
90-91 A- 66-67 D+
88-89 B+ 62-65 D
82-87 B 60-61 D-
80-81 B- 0-59 F
78-79 C+
Ground Rules:
1. Completing assignments on time and keeping up with the class material is important for success in this course and in college. Late assignments will not be accepted except for legitimate pre-approved reasons as determined by the instructor. Examples of legitimate reasons are: severe illness, death in family, etc.
2. Students are expected to perform all assigned work themselves. Any form of cheating or plagiarism will be handled in accordance with the Honor Code Procedures. Violations of the Honor Code may result in an F for the course grade.
3. Use of head phones, cell phones and hats during exams is prohibited.
4. Cell phones must be turn off for all class and lab sessions. If the cell phone is on and rings, the student will be asked to leave the class for the day and this will count as an absence.
University Policies and Statements:
The Americans with Disabilities Act & Accommodations
In compliance with Lake Superior State University policies and equal access laws, disability-related accommodations or services are available to students with documented disabilities.
If you are a student with a disability and you think you may require accommodations you must register with Disability Services (DS), which is located in the KJS Library, Room 130, (906) 635-2355 or x2355 on campus. DS will provide you with a letter of confirmation of your verified disability and authorize recommended accommodations. This authorization must be presented to your instructor before any accommodations can be made.
Students who desire such services should meet with instructors in a timely manner, preferably during the first week of class, to discuss individual disability related needs. Any student who feels that an accommodation is needed – based on the impact of a disability – should meet with instructors privately to discuss specific needs.
IPASS (Individual Plan for Academic Student Success)
If at mid-term your grades reflect that you are at risk for failing some or all of your classes, you will be contacted by a representative of IPASS. The IPASS program is designed to help you gain control over your learning through pro-active communication and goal-setting, the development of intentional learning skills and study habits, and personal accountability. You may contact 635-2887 or email ipass@lssu.edu if you would like to sign up early in the semester or if you have any questions or concerns.
Tentative Course Outline
Session Number |
Week |
Day
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Date |
Topic |
Reading Assignment + |
Assignment Due |
Lecture 1 |
1 |
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Jan 13 |
Introduction, expectations, evaluations, general discussion |
List Pages to be Read |
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Lecture 2 |
2 |
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Jan 20 |
Epistemology and how we arrive at decisions in theatre |
Wright, 1 - 28 |
Blog* |
Lecture 3 |
3 |
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Jan 27 |
Plays and The Play Playwright |
Wright, 29 - 65 |
Review #1 |
Lecture 4 |
4 |
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Feb 3 |
Acting and the Actors |
Wright, 66 - 100 |
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Lecture 5 |
5 |
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Feb 10 |
The Scene Designer |
Wright, 101 - 113 |
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Lecture 6 |
6 |
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Feb 17 |
The Lighting Designer |
Wright, 114 - 115 |
Checklist Due |
Lecture 7 |
7 |
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Feb 24 |
The Costume Designer |
Wright, 116 - 117 |
Review #2 |
Lecture 8 |
8 |
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Mar 10 |
The Music/Sound Designer, Camera |
Wright. 118 - 124 |
Essay #1 Due |
Lecture 9 |
9 |
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Mar 17 |
The Director |
Wright, 125 - 153 |
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Lecture 10 |
10 |
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Mar 24 |
Romeo and Juliet - Showtime |
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Lecture 11 |
11 |
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Mar 31 |
The Audience and the Critic |
Wright, 154 - 170 |
Critique R & J Process |
Lecture 12 |
12 |
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Apr 7 |
Theories of Dramaturgy and Criticism |
Reading List |
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Lecture 13 |
13 |
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Apr 14 |
Theories of Dramaturgy and Criticism |
Reading List |
Essay #2 Due |
Lecture 14 |
14 |
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Apr 21 |
Review and Evaluation |
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Blog* - Weekly discussions of ideas related to theatre theory and to the rehearsal process of Romeo and Juliet.
+ Reading List will be augmented continually with selected readings from the Recommended Texts and other sources..