THTR 1172 Dramatic Structure and Theatrical Process

Name: Dramatic Structure and Theatrical Process
Rating: 3.9 (77 reviews)

This foundational course provides a thorough introduction to theatre and drama study. It is geared towards, though not limited to, Theatre majors (or prospective majors) in their first year. Dramatic texts are studied as blueprints for performed events. Students will read a wide range of plays in order to develop play analysis skills and to gain an awareness of how structure shapes meaning. Fundamental aspects of theatrical process and production are also taken into consideration.

Course overview

Department: Theatre
School: MCAS
Credits: 3
Level: Undergraduate
Offered: Every Fall

Catalog details

Satisfies core: Arts

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Requirements fulfilled

Educational Theatre: THTR1172 Dramatic Structure and Theatrical Process (fall only) or, in special cases, THTR1170 Introduction to Theatre (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
University Core: Arts (All undergraduates)

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Official evaluation summary

3.90 / 5

Based on 77 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Scott Cummings
Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022, Fall 2021 · Official rating 4.09/5

Sections

Section 01
Fall 2026 · Scott Cummings · Gasson Hall 201 TuTh 01:30PM-02:45PM · Offered