THS2007 Theatre and Drama In The European Renaissance (FOART)

Units 1.0 (Drama and Theatre Studies) Band 1

Pre-requisite: THS2000

Synopsis

The study of dramatic texts provides insights into human experiences and places these experiences in the context of society. This course examines the second of the four major historical periods of drama and provides a detailed study of the history, theory, texts and practice of drama and theatre during the Renaissance in Europe and England. The course will include a special study of the work of Shakespeare and Shakespearian production techniques.