THE 353: Playwriting

Goal: To introduce students to the craft and practice of writing for the stage.
Content: Writing exercises and games, reading and analysis of plays, collaborative exercises, practical study of the playwright’s role in production. Each student will write one 10-minute play and one short one-act play.
Prerequisite(s): THE 110 or THE 108 or ENG 161, THE 125, THE 235; or permission of instructor. Wesleyan Writing Proficiency must be met.
Credit: 3
Degree Level: Undergraduate