LONS DTSH 180 - Intro to Shakespeare in Text & Perform

Institution:

Arcadia University

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Description:

This course provides students with a means of approaching and studying Shakespeare focusing on the themes and ideas which permeate his dramatic art. Shakespeare's artistic development is explored with special emphasis placed on the dynamic relationship of the plays to 20th century society and the individual. The course is a detailed study of six representative texts which are placed in both a modern and Elizabethan social and theatrical context. Wide use is made of available recordings, films and stage productions. A combination of lectures, tutorials and seminars enables students to approach the material in a variety of ways. Lectures cover background and social and theatrical material as well as Shakespeare's biography. In general, the tutorials emphasize close textual study and the discussion of the relevance of these plays to the 20th century. (London, England, http://www.arcadia.edu/abroad/gbBritishStudies ) AUC Designation: Cl

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arcadia.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 572-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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