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ENGL234
Modern Drama
ENGL234 SP
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times |
|---|
| 1 | 75 | 2 | Times: M.W.F.. 10:00AM-10:50AM; |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the current phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Wed Mar 4 05:00:40 EST 1998
)
An introduction to classic modern drama, focusing on such
major figures as Ibsen, Strindberg, Shaw and Chekhov, such
movements as Naturalism, Expressionism, and Dada, and their
influence on contemporary theatre. Historical overview
combined with close textual analysis.
MAJOR READINGS
Ibsen, BRAND, HEDDA GABLER, A DOLL HOUSE,
THE MASTER BUILDER
Strindberg, THE FATHER, DANCE OF DEATH, A DREAM PLAY
Chekhov, THE THREE SISTERS, THE CHERRY ORCHARD
Many others.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Two or three short papers.
Several objective quizzes. Final project.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
This is a SURVEY
course. Students who have studied two or more of these
authors in detail will find it repetitive, and are
discouraged from enrolling.
COURSE FORMAT: Lecture Discussion
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA ENGL
Prerequisites:
None
- Section 01
- Stowe, W
- Times: M.W.F.. 10:00AM-10:50AM;
- Grading Mode: A/F
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 2, Fr: 2
- Major Preference Given
Last Updated on MAR-03-1998
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