Courses - Fall 2026
THET240
Introduction to Playwriting
Prerequisite: ENGL101.
Restriction: Sophomore standing or higher; must be in the Theatre major or the Writers House program; or permission of instructor.
Credit only granted for: THET240 or THET340.
Will introduce students to the art of playwriting through exploratory writing exercises, the reading of successful plays and the development of new short scripts. Writing workshop discussions will address how to make theatrical choices, and how to use the six elements of storytelling. Previous experience in Theatre is necessary, but no playwriting experience is required.
students must pay a $25 lab fee
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