ENGL 263 - Performing History in Literature

Institution:

Trinity College

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Description:

Writers often reconstruct personal and private moments in the lives of historical figures. Playwrights in particular tend to indulge in dramatic flights of historical fancy, and audiences in turn get to play the voyeur. In this course, we will read plays that try to bring history to life. What are the limits (if any) on dramatic license We will look at works by a range of playwrights, including Shakespeare, Sondheim, Stoppard, Brook, and Oyamo. This course is designed for students who love history, drama, and the challenge of re-imagining the past in intelligent and creative ways. 1.00 units, Lecture

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1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Trincoll.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 297-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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