What is the relationship between writing and the other arts? Why do we write about the arts and artists? In this writing-intensive course, we will publish an online weblog-'zine as we travel across the spectrum of writing in response to the other arts, from a focus on the structure and content of effective real-world arts reviewing to explorations of creative writing/arts interactions. We will examine the role of art within a community through a service-learning collaboration with arts organizations outside the college; attend exhibitions, performances, rehearsals, and lectures; analyze and write arts criticism; discuss with arts professionals the art world beyond Middlebury; explore the impact of technology on the arts through making digital stories and multi-media writing; write fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction as well as a research project. Class sessions will combine short lectures, discussions, presentations, guest visits from arts professionals, and writing workshops. 3 hrs. lect./disc.