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A survey course in which students explore theme and culture of ancient texts through ekphrastic writing, extensive reading, and multi-media projects. Students will use their understanding of these texts to make connections between ancient times and the contemporary world and apply those connections to their own writing.
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An introductory course in poetry in which students will study crfaft through discussions of figurative language, tone, diction, rhyme, and meter as well as extensive readings of published poets and in-class writing assignments. The students will share their work and participate in critiques to further develop their craft.
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An introductory course in the craft of fiction writing in which the student will study basic literary elements including character, conflict, point-of-view, and tone. Students will write, workshop, and revise their writing has they develop their voices
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In this course students will be introduced to the craft of playwriting through the study structure, characterization, and dialogue. Students will begin with the reading of Aristotle’s Poetics and completing short writing exercises. Students will then work towards completing a ten minute play and its revision, watching and reading plays as they work.
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A course in acting designed to help the beginning playwright understand how basic ideas such as objectives and obstacles, beats and tactics enable the actor to bring the writer's vision to life.
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