THEA 106 F: Beginning Principles of Playwriting
CRN: 14699

Directing and Playwriting

Beginning Principles of Playwriting

Course Information:

This class 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 one-act play. Students will be expected to act in and direct other students’ scenes. 54 hours lecture per term.

Units:
 3
Transferability:
  • (CSU) - Transferable to the campuses of the California State University system
  • CSU - Transferable to the campuses of the California State University system
  • (Degree Credit) - acceptable to be applied to AA degree.
  • Degree Credit - acceptable to be applied to AA degree.
  • AA GE - Meets the Fullerton College General Education Requirement for the Associate degree.

Section Information:

Professor:
Mittler, William
Meeting Time:
Monday, Wednesday,
Aug. 26 to Dec. 14 from 9:00am - 10:25am
Classroom:
Room: 1310
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