Black Drama and Film Class Offered By Workforce Development

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A group of people, including adults and children, sit in a theater, clapping and smiling as they watch a performance or movie.

Black Drama and Film

Program Overview

A survey of African-American Theatre and motion picture companies, personages and major events which comprise the history of African-American drama and film from the twentieth century to the present, the course will also explore the development of performance techniques and themes that speak to the needs of African-American audiences. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.

This is a non-credit, workforce development course — a lower-cost way to build knowledge and enrich your education without enrolling in a full degree program. It's a good fit for anyone with a personal interest in the subject, or exploring it before committing to a credit-bearing program.

Coursework is delivered online through SUNY Niagara's learning platform and runs the length of the semester, with topics building week to week. Upon successful completion, students receive a Certification of Completion to document their coursework.

  • Certification Prepared For: Certification of Completion
  • Tuition Cost: $200
  • Location / Format: Online
  • Start Date: 8/31/2026
  • End Date: 12/19/2026

All Online courses through Workforce Development are open to the public, non-credit, and offered to students at a discounted rate.

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