TH 540 - Puppetry

Credits: 4 credits

The art of puppetry and the basic methods of construction, operation, manipulation, and performance of puppets are examined. Emphasis is on the use of puppets as an educational tool. Projects include creating examples of each of the four major types of puppets: shadow, hand, rod, and marionette-using a range of construction techniques and materials appropriate to an educational setting. The course culminates in the construction of puppets for in-class presentations. (Semester varies)

Note(s): Students are expected to provide appropriate materials as needed. Courses at the 500 level may only be taken by seniors.