THTR 157 - African American Theatre

3 Credit(s).

Explores the history and literature of the African American experience in the American theatre; examines plays from the mid-nineteenth century to the present; discusses the various roles African Americans have played in American theatre, both on and off the stage; examines the images (sometimes stereotypical) of Blacks in American theatre and popular culture. Assesses the ways in which African American theatre sheds light on the Black experience in America. Courses offered less than once a year.

Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054, and ENGL 052 or

ACLT 052