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Academic Year 2001/2002
Theory and Criticism of Drama: A Research Seminar
ENGL 236 FA
This course covers classic dramatic theory from Artaud to Grotowski and contemporary critical theory including theater semiotics, feminism, multiculturalism. Discussion is keyed to current local productions and student
interests.
MAJOR READINGS
Brecht, BRECHT ON THEATRE
Artaud, THE THEATRE AND ITS DOUBLE
Brook, THE EMPTY SPACE
Grotowski, TOWARD A POOR THEATRE
Boal, to be announced
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Frequent short papers and a final project consisting of an anthology of critical/theoretical texts dealing with a problem, a writer, a play/performance or a set of plays/performances with an introduction and a critical
bibliography.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
This is an advanced course. Some familiarity with theory is desirable; some course work in dramatic literature is highly recommended. This course counts toward the English Department's Theory requirement.
Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed
Drop/Add form to the Registrar's
Office.
COURSE FORMAT:
Seminar
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level:
UGRD
Credit:
1
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA ENGL
Grading Mode:
Graded
Prerequisites:
NONE
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Last Updated on MAR-19-2002
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