MCTR 1170 Introduction to Theatre
This is a survey course for primarily non-majors. Its aim is to impart an appreciation of the theatre as an artistic and humanizing experience. There will be discussion of the various elements that contribute to the development of theatre as a specialized art form including historical and cultural influences, staging styles and techniques, and the multiple genres of dramatic writing. Several plays illustrating the above will be read and attendance at selected performances is required.
Course overview
- Department
- Messina College
- School
- MCBC
- Credits
- 3
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Offered
- Every Fall, Every Spring
Catalog details
- Satisfies core
- Arts
Requirements fulfilled
- University Core: Arts (All undergraduates)
Course evaluations
- Course rating
- 4.03 / 5 · Very Good
- Instructor rating
- 4.27 / 5 · Very Good
- Terms evaluated
- 2
| Term | Instructor | Course overall | Instructor overall | Well organized | Clear learning objectives | Intellectually challenging | Helpful assignments | Applicable beyond course | Attendance necessary | Weekly effort | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | Michael Lueger | 3.8 | 3.9 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 3.9 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 1–3 hrs/week | 14 of 18 |
| Fall 2025 | Amy Meyer | 4.4 | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 1–3 hrs/week | 8 of 10 |