Classification of Instructional Programs 2020 - United States
50.0505 Theatre Literature, History and Criticism
A program that focuses on the study of the history, literature, theory, and analysis of written plays, theatrical productions, and theatre methods and organization. Includes instruction in historical method; critical theory; literary analysis; the study of themes and archetypes in dramatic literature; the history of acting, directing, and technical theatre; and the study of specific historical and cultural styles and traditions.
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50.0505 in other classification systems
Equivalent and related codes across 2 other systems. Click any code to see its full definition, hierarchy, and crosswalks.
Other CIP 2020 codes under 50.0505 Theatre Literature, History and Criticism
- 50.0501Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
- 50.0502Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
- 50.0504Playwriting and Screenwriting
- 50.0506Acting
- 50.0507Directing and Theatrical Production
- 50.0509Musical Theatre
- 50.0510Costume Design
- 50.0511Comedy Writing and Performance
- 50.0512Theatre and Dance
- 50.0599Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other
Frequently asked questions
- What is CIP 2020 50.0505?
- CIP 2020 50.0505 is "Theatre Literature, History and Criticism". A program that focuses on the study of the history, literature, theory, and analysis of written plays, theatrical productions, and theatre methods and organization. Includes instruction in historical method; critical theory; literary analysis; the study of themes and archetypes in dramatic literature; the history of acting, directing, and technical theatre; and the study of specific historical and cultural styles and traditions.
- How does CIP 2020 50.0505 map to other classification systems?
- 50.0505 Theatre Literature, History and Criticism has equivalents in ISCED-F 2013 (0215); SOC 2018 (25-1121). These crosswalks let you translate this code between CIP 2020 and 2 other classification systems.
- What is the parent category of 50.0505?
- 50.0505 Theatre Literature, History and Criticism sits under 50.0505 Theatre Literature, History and Criticism in the CIP 2020 hierarchy.
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