By the completion of the class, students should, with 75% accuracy:

1. Recognize types of drama and their conventions, as well as the styles of the most influential dramatists.
2. Discuss basic elements of theater: audience, performers and performances.
3. Use the language of drama: setting, costume, gestures, sound effects, dialogue, plot and structure, character and theme.

Students should:
1. Know the subject matter appropriate to the musical theater degree.
2. Write papers which demonstrate research, reading, and critical thinking skills.
3. Succeed at transfer institutions.
4. Understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world.
5. Have an understanding of fine arts or performing arts.

Communication

• college-level reading skills

Analysis

• demonstrate knowledge of appropriate critical thinking skills

Personal Development

• develop creative capacities

Community Commitment

• participate in a cultural or artistic event
• appreciate the unique role of the fine arts and humanities in the the development of cultural values