Independent Study Courses
THTD 40100. Junior Independent Study
An application of methods of research (historical, theoretical, analytical) pertinent to the performing arts, with emphasis on developing a research agenda and writing process, including the formation of a critical question, sentence outline, and annotated bibliography. Requirements include a 25-30-page research paper and a detailed proposal for the Senior Independent Study Project. Prerequisites: THTD 101, 102, 103, the completion of a writing-intensive (W) course, at least one 300-level Topics course, and at least one of the three required history courses. Annually. Spring.
THTD 45100. Senior Independent Study – Semester one
The first semester of the Senior Independent Study project, in which each student produces a thesis and/or a project. The project can be in stage management, directing, acting, play writing, design, dance, or a devised production and must include a companion research paper that articulates and explores a critical question posed by the project. Prerequisite: THTD 40100.
THTD 45200. Senior Independent Study – Semester Two
The second semester of the Senior Independent Study project, which culminates in the thesis and/or project. Prerequisite: THTD 45100.
