THEA 64 - Show:Business

Institution:

Drew University

Subject:

Description:

A dramatic literature seminar exploring how modern theatre looks at ways of doing business, from Naturalism (Hauptman's The Weavers) through Expressionism (Treadwell's Machinal), Epic theatre (Brecht's Mother Courage) and Realism (Ibsen's An Enemy of the People). The intersection of race, gender and economy will be examined in works ranging from Shaw's Major Barbara to Anna Deveare Smith's Twilight. Videos may include such work as The Cradle Will Rock, Death of a Salesman and Raisin in the Sun. Students will examine readings through written analysis and group discussion. Signature of instructor required for registration. Offered in alternate years.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.drew.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 408-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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