DR 385 History of Musical Theatre, 1727 - 1935
A survey of the origin and development of musical theatre from British ballad opera and European operetta to American musical comedy during the years 1727-1935. Particular emphasis on the contributions of Berlin, Kern, Rodgers & Hart, Gershwin, and Porter. History of the period and performance styles emphasized through aural and visual aids. For musical theatre majors. Limited enrollment. Prerequisite: Department Consent.
Prerequisite
BM students with Musical Theatre concentration only