Classic drama

Learn about 5th Century Athens theatre, reading Euripides satyr drama Helen (Oxford World Classics). Explore classical theatre and its influence on later drama in Webster's The Duchess of Malfi' and Shaw's 'banned' play, Mrs Warren's Profession. NB: This course will have a half term break.

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Key course information

Dates
12/01/12 - 29/03/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
11 weeks

Time
13:15 - 15:15

Fees
Full fee: £110
Senior fee: £62
Concession: £30

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HLT19

Availability
Available
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Course outline

What is the course about?

Looking at classic drama through the ages, we explore the theatre of Athens in the 5th Century, dramatic form and philosophy of classical theatre and its influence on Renaissance drama and consider the New Dramatic Realism in late 19th century theatre.

What topics will we cover?

Learn about 5th Century Athens theatre, reading Euripides’ satyr drama Helen (Oxford World Classics). Explore classical theatre and its influence on later drama in Webster’s Renaissance play, The Duchess of Malfi and Shaw’s “banned” play, Mrs Warren’s Profession.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Recognise and respond to the characteristics and conventions of different periods of drama.
Extend your understanding of drama and theatre, through a deeper awareness of how to read plays as performance texts.
Consider the social and political context of plays studied.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You will need an enthusiasm for reading and discussing a range of texts in large and small groups.
You will be willing and able to do some reading and preparation outside the class.
You will be interested in listening to, and learning from, the responses of other students to the work discussed.
You will have a commitment to developing your analytical skills.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

A variety of teaching methods will be used- tutor exposition, large and small group discussion, use of DVD and readings.
You will be expected to undertake preparatory reading and preparation before the class. No written work is required but,should you wish to submit essays, they will be read and marked by the tutor.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

You will need to buy:

Euripides, Medea and Other Plays (Oxford World Classics, 2008)
Webster, The Duchess of Malfi (Revels Plays, MUP, 1997) or (Dover, 2000)
Shaw, G.B., Mrs Warren’s Profession (Rough Draft Printing, 2010)

Please bring pens, pencils, paper and a folder for notes and handouts.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

Non term-time Monday 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.