CLAS 180 - Ancient and Modern Laughter

Institution:

Santa Clara University

Subject:

Classics

Description:

This course will explore the classical roots of modern comedy in order to address the questions of why we find certain things funny and why we laugh at all. Readings will focus on Greek and Roman comedic plays, but will also include other forms of ancient humor and writings by ancient and modern humor theorists and scientists. We will also watch popular movies and other modern analogs of ancient comedy to explore the relationship between ancient and modern humor. As a final project, students will demonstrate their understanding of the material through collaborating over the course of the term to write, costume, and perform original plays in imitation of the ancient playwrights

Credits:

5.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.scu.edu

Phone Number:

(408) 554-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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