Course Description:
                Theatre 3233 is an upper level course in play analysis. Guided by the two textbooks, this course will analyze 5-6 scripts that are excellent representations of dramatic literature. We will approach this analysis from a very theatrically practical and applicable standpoint. We will move beyond the normal considerations of form, in analysis, regarding dramatic literature.

Course Objectives:
                To develop the basic skills of play analysis.
                To develop an approach to uniform play analysis.
                To develop a basic understanding of the approach to play analysis in regard to a historical perspective of dramatic literature.
                To begin to understand how play analysis is essential to play production.
                To consider the application of play analysis with regard to each of the collaborative theatre artists.

Important Note:
                This class will be conducted like a seminar class which means the rate of progress is primarily determined by the participants. It will not have a structure you are accustomed to or familiar with. It will require that you be very prepared each class period to discuss and present material as determined by the previous class(es) and the instructor.

COURSE OUTLINE:
                Discuss the text Backwards & Forwards 
                Apply the process in Backwards & Forwards to Oedipus and
                             King Lear
                Discuss the text Script Analysis....Designers
                Apply the concepts in both textbooks to the remaining reading
                             list
                Write and present a thorough analysis of a play of your choice
                Midterm exam
                Avid class participation
                The element of research as applied to play analysis
                Final exam/analysis
                Attend both ASU Theater Productions
                Attend one of the fields organized by ASU Theater