English 240 - Modern Drama

Institution:

Hiram College

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Description:

This survey begins with innovative plays by 19th-century European realists and expressionists, including Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov, continues through representative works by Brecht and Beckett, and concludes with plays by contemporary European, American, and African playwrights. We shall practice analysis of these plays as pieces for theatrical performance as well as for literary interpretation. A 3-hour version of this course is offered as English 239. A student may receive credit for only one of these courses. Also listed as THEA 240.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HIRAM.EDU

Phone Number:

(330) 569-3211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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