ENGL 44220 - Shakespeare: Criticism and Performance

Institution:

University of Notre Dame

Subject:

English

Description:

The course will introduce the students to the close study of a range of Shakespeare's plays. It aims at achieving a deeper understanding of the nature of the Elizabethan stage, the significance of Shakespeare's use of the genres of history and comedy, the moral, social and political issues within the plays, and the use of language. Whilst the course seeks to place the Shakespearean text in its historical context, it will also explore the question why and how Shakespeare is relevant to us today through the analysis of contemporary performance. Thus, the course's second aim is to enable students to experience plays in the theatre and to encourage students to take an active position vis-a-vis performance by analysing it and writing reviews. The plays studied are chosen to parallel current productions of Shakespeare's plays in London and at Stratford-on-Avon. Film versions will also be used in a limited number of cases.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nd.edu

Phone Number:

(574) 631-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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