Learn About American Musical Theater in Summer Session Course

May 08, 2006

PLATTSBURGH, NY __ Cabaret , Spamalot , The Producers , Cats , A Chorus Line , Grease , Rent , Phantom of the Opera . Are you fascinated by Broadway? A musical theatre junkie? There's a Summer Session course at the State University of New York College at Plattsburgh that may be just for you.

Timothy Morningstar, lecturer in music, will be teaching "Musical Theatre" Tuesday, July 11 through Thursday, Aug. 10. The class will meet Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6:15 to 8 p.m.

It's not just a lecture. In addition to learning an historical account through representative works of the American musical theater, including the current shows on Broadway, students will actively participate in class discussions. Students will also enjoy films and recordings and take part in "Musical Theatre Jeopardy." The course will focus on famous composers and lyricists as well as leading Broadway performing legends.

For more information, contact the Music Department at SUNY Plattsburgh at 518-564-2472 or 518-564-2180.

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