THTR 371 - Musical Theater History

Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3

Description: Surveys the development of musical theater as a performing art form in America. Examines the ways musicals both reflect and embody values, tastes, and trends from their respective historical eras. Explores musical theater from historical, political, social, and aesthetic perspectives. Focuses on the beginnings of musical theater to the present with emphasis on the cultural development and impact of the art form.