Drama in society

Read and discuss Chekov's 'The Cherry Orchard' ,Strindberg's 'Miss Julie' and a modern play in production in London in terms of literary and performance texts and what they tell us about the times in which they were written.

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Key course information

Dates
17/04/12 - 26/06/12

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
10 weeks

Time
12:05 - 14:05

Fees
Full fee: £100
Senior fee: £56
Concession: £27

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HLT11

Availability
Available
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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

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humanities@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2652

Course outline

What is the course about?

You will read and discuss 'The Cherry Orchard' by Chekov, 'Miss Julie' by Strindberg, 'After Miss Julie ' by Patrick Marber and a modern play in production in terms of literary and performace texts and what they reveal about the times in which they were written.

What topics will we cover?

The plays will be read and discussed both as literary and performance texts, and in their social and political contexts.

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

- Understand the main themes of the plays.
- Recognise the social and historical framework for the texts.
- Examine the relationship between the plays and the nature of the society which they reflect and reveal.
- Appreciate the plays both as performance and literary texts.

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?

Tutor lecture, group discussion of the plays, parts of which will be read aloud in class. Video when possible.

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

You will need to obtain copies of the texts studied -
'The Cherry Orchard' by Chekov (Penguin Classics edition)
'Miss Julie' by Strindberg (edition to be announced)
You will be provided with copies of the other texts
Bring a pen and paper.

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.