THEA 303 - Shakespeare: Page to Stage

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

THEATRE ARTS

Description:

This course introduces students to the plays of WIlliam Shakespeare, including exploration and analysis of their structure, themes, plots, language, versification, music, and characters. Emphasis will be on transferring knowledge of Shakespeare's anon from "page to stage' via short performance projects linked to studies of the plays. BFA Theatre Arts Majors or by permission. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, a student will be able to: (1) Examine and research the plays of William Shakespeare. (2) Recognize the use of verse, iambic pentameter and prose in the plays. (3) Combine academic knowledge of plays with performance projects. Demonstrate understanding of language and poetry in Shakespeare's plays. Listed Topics Devised Theatre, Physical Theatre, and Theatre-Making. WIlliam Shakespeare and his plays, Elizabeth I and Renaissance. Music, movement, style. Original Practices, The Globe Theatre. Poetry, versification, iambic pentameter.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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