USSY 285K - African American Performance

Institution:

Case Western Reserve University

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Description:

This course follows the historical trajectory of African American performance from slavery to the present. The "texts" of the course are wide-ranging, and include poems, songs, stage plays, stage musicals, comedy acts, films, and music videos. Our objectives are to understand the nature of performance, how performances and their meanings changed over time, how media were adapted to serve historical people's needs, and what performances can convey about performers and audiences. Through the course, students will build an understanding of the history and evolution of American and African American cultural production, while developing tools to analyze the arts. Prereq: Passing letter grade in a 100 level first year seminar in USFS, FSSY, FSCC, FSNA, FSSO or FSCS. Prereq or Coreq: FSTS 100

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.case.edu

Phone Number:

(216) 368-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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