THEA 80L: Muppet Magic
University of California, Santa Cruz
The artistic and social impact of the Muppets on American puppetry, children's television, and Hollywood film is explored through viewings, guest lectures, and analysis. Henson's legacy in artistic innovation, mainstreaming of puppet theater for adult audiences, and establishment of puppetry in media and marketing are also explored.
Average GPA: 3.72
Grade distribution records: 1,469 students across 6 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 155 | 10.6% |
| A | 679 | 46.2% |
| A- | 285 | 19.4% |
| B+ | 88 | 6.0% |
| B | 56 | 3.8% |
| B- | 38 | 2.6% |
| C+ | 17 | 1.2% |
| C | 6 | 0.4% |
| C- | 6 | 0.4% |
| D+ | 1 | 0.1% |
| D | 1 | 0.1% |
| D- | 1 | 0.1% |
| F | 14 | 1.0% |
| P | 97 | 6.6% |
| NP | 11 | 0.7% |
| W | 14 | 1.0% |
Based on 1,469 student grade records across 6 terms and 3 professors.
Instructors
- Lee D. Armstrong 780 students, Average GPA 3.65
- Camilla Nancy Henneman 407 students, Average GPA 3.78
- Kamela B. Portuges 282 students, Average GPA 3.84