Introduction to Immersive and Interactive Theatre credit:

3 Hours

Explores the history and theory of immersive and interactive theatre. Students will examine key historical movements, major productions, and critical discourses that have shaped the field. Through readings, discussions, and written reflections, students will engage with different historical developments in immersive and interactive theatre, including site-specific performances, live-action role-playing (LARP), playable theatre, and digital immersion. The course emphasizes historical evolution rather than practical application.