SPC 240 - Performing Literary Texts

Institution:

Muhlenberg College

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Description:

This practical performance studies course introduces students to the concepts, history, and skills necessary to succeed in one of the oldest communication activities: oral performances of cultural or literary texts-which may be defined as any human document-in order to transmit, maintain, and sometimes challenge their cultures. Students will explore both western and nonwestern traditions, elements of performance, text selection for performance, and text analysis. Individual storytelling, prose, poetry, and drama performances as well as group performances variously, including choral reading and responsive reading. Meets general academic requirement A.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.muhlenberg.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 664-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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