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Theatre Appreciation (CA247)

CA – Performing Arts Appreciation

Dover (Wyoming Church) | February 6, 2025-March 6, 2025

Thursday: 2:30 PM-3:45 PM

This is a hybrid course. One section meets on site at the location listed; and one section meets online only.

This course explores two plays: Misery by William Goldman, adapted from the novel by Stephen King and performed by the University of Delaware’s Resident Ensemble Players and Proof by David Auburn, presented by the Kent County Theatre Guild. Participants have the opportunity to read the script for each play and discuss it in class. Independent trips to view the productions are encouraged, but not required. Required text: Proof, David Auburn, ISBN-10:0571199976 and Misery, William Goldman ISBN 13: 978082223606-3.

This offering meets for a total of 5 session(s).

INSTRUCTOR: Debra Roberts

ROBERTS, DEBRA–M.S., Ed.S. counseling and student personnel services; B.A., english literature and art history. After almost 40 years working in college counseling, finally putting my English degree to use! Delaware’s thriving theatre community offers many exciting performances for class discussion.

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