Theater and Music
- Analyzes and Discusses Literature and Music
- Develops Cultural Aptitude
- Provides Lively Discussion and Debate
These courses provide the opportunity to explore masterworks of the theatre and listen to symphonies, operas, and folk songs. Explore the cultural and historic legacies of the performing arts.
This Fall, study from anywhere in the world in the safety and comfort of your home through online or remote instruction.
Clara and Robert Schumann: Tragedy and Triumph
Explore the music and lives of Clara and Robert Schumann and their influence on the Romantic Era
The History of the Music Hall and Vaudeville: from W.C. Fields to Fanny Brice
Learn about the history and legacy of the Music Hall in cultural capitals around the world
The Play's the Thing: When the Curtain's Not Yet Fully Up
View recorded theatrical performances on your own, and then join online lectures and discussions that include special guests from the theatre world.
Sergei Rachmaninoff: Composer and Pianist in a Grand Tradition
Explore the musical compositions of Sergei Rachmaninoff, as well as well as the people and places that inspired him.
The Rise of Hip Hop Music: From America's Urban Centers to the Heart of American Culture
Learn about the history of hip hop and its influence on global music, fashion, and culture.
Acting in "The Zone": Scene Study and Improvisation
Learn to find “the zone” when acting—a state of exceptional, consistent performance—through scene study and improvisation.
Life Is a Cabaret
Explore the history, development, and legacy of the cabaret with a vintage cabaret specialist and New York City cabaret veteran.
The Great Ones: Not Just Artists from the Kennedy Center Honors
Explore the lives and legacies of Kennedy Center Honorees, who represent the best of American theatre, film, dance, comedy, and music.
The Later Romantics: Emotion and Grandeur in Music
Get to know the Romantic composers of the late 19th and 20th centuries.
The Play's the Thing: Curtain Up on New York's Theatre Scene
Meet with theatre professionals and see five Broadway or Off-Broadway shows to learn what happens before the curtain rises and after it falls.
Performing Your Story
This course will help you build confidence and become a better communicator by taking your story from the page to virtual stage.