THE 241 - American Musical Theater 3 cr.

This course examines the development of the Musical Theater genre as an American cultural contribution. Emphasis will be placed on the historical, socio‐economic, and cultural forces that have helped to shape the musical as it has evolved into its current form. Students taking this course will ideally have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and understanding of the traditions of this performance genre through participation in a musical theater production. spring 2015, spring 2016