Come find out why "all the world's a stage". Whether you enjoy performing on stage or being part of an audience, this course gives you an appreciation for the major periods in the history of the theater as well as introduces you to the roles played by the actors, directors, and designers in bringing a play to life. 

Introduction to Theatre is designed to provide an overview of the theatre as an art form: its nature, elements, genres, styles, and techniques.  Course content is based upon the supposition that knowledge of theatre—whether as an active participant, reader of good plays, or audience member—is a significant means of enriching individual human existence. 

World Cultures and Diversity Outcomes: This course meets Harper College’s World Cultures and Diversity Graduation Requirement designation.

This course fulfills Humanities & Fine Arts – Group 4.

General Course Information: Face-to-Face and Online Options

SPRING, 2026

Course: THE111-001

Credit Hours: 3

CRN: 61629

Instructor: Ilknur Ozgur 

Class Dates:  Tuesdays and Thursdays

January 12 - May 15

Meeting Times: 11:00am - 12:15pm

Meeting Location(s):  L109, L109d, and L135

Modality:  On Campus; Face-to-Face

Course: THE111-002

Credit Hours: 3

CRN: 65511

Professor: Kevin Long

Class Dates:  Mondays and Wednesdays

Meeting Times: 9:30am - 10:45am

January 12 - May 15

Meeting Location(s):  L109, L109d, and L135

Modality:  On Campus; Face-to-Face

Course: THE111-W80

Credit Hours: 3

CRN: 65189

Professor: Kevin Long

Class Dates:  March 26 - May 15

Modality:  Fully Online/Internet-Based