Overview
The study of a body of modern dramatic texts with reference to the particular context of their production.
The paper features a representative selection of the most exciting recent European, British and American drama and theatre.
About this paper
| Paper title | Aspects of Modern Drama and Theatre |
|---|---|
| Subject | Theatre Studies |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Not offered in 2023 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $955.05 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- THEA 221
- Restriction
- THEA 424
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music
- Notes
- Students who have not passed the normal prerequisite may be admitted with approval from the Programme Co-ordinator.
- Contact
- More information link
View more information on the School of Performing Arts website
- Teaching staff
Convenor: Professor Stuart Young
- Paper Structure
Classes include a mixture of lectures, seminars and play readings.
- Textbooks
- A list of textbooks and readings will be available prior to the beginning of semester.
- Course outline
Please contact the School of Performing Arts office (spa@otago.ac.nz) for a copy of the most recent paper profile.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Communication, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
In this paper students will:
- Acquire a solid knowledge and understanding of the work of a range of modern and contemporary cutting-edge playwrights and theatre-makers
- Deepen their ability to read and analyse a range of theatrical genres and styles
- Enhance their skills in critical reading, independent research, academic writing, oral presentation, and communication
- Develop the ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues/peers
Timetable
Overview
The study of a body of modern dramatic texts with reference to the particular context of their production.
The paper features a representative selection of the most exciting recent European, British and American drama and theatre.
About this paper
| Paper title | Aspects of Modern Drama and Theatre |
|---|---|
| Subject | Theatre Studies |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $981.75 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- THEA 221
- Restriction
- THEA 424
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music
- Notes
- Students who have not passed the normal prerequisite may be admitted with approval from the Programme Co-ordinator.
- Contact
- More information link
View more information on the School of Performing Arts website
- Teaching staff
Paper Co-ordinator: Professor Stuart Young
- Paper Structure
Classes include a mixture of lectures, seminars and play readings.
- Textbooks
Required Texts:
- Martin Crimp, 'Attempts on Her Life' (Faber), available in Martin Crimp, 'Plays 2' (Faber)
- Caryl Churchill, 'Top Girls'. This is available as a separate volume as well as in Churchill, 'Plays: Two' (Methuen)
- Tony Kushner, 'Angels in America - Part One: Millenium Approaches' and 'Angels in America - Part Two: Perestroika'
- Sarah Kane, 'Complete Plays' (Methuen); in particular we are studying 'Blasted'
- Moises Kaufman, 'The Laramie Project' (Vintage or Dramatists Play Service)
Additional Texts for Seminars and Projects:
- Caryl Churchill, 'Plays: Four' (Methuen)
- Mark Ravenhill, 'Shopping and Fucking' (Bloomsbury)
- Mike Bartlett, 'Albion' (Nick Hern Books)
- Duncan Macmillan, 'People, Places and Things' (Bloomsbury)
- Lucy Kirkwood, 'Chimerica' (Nick Hern Books)
- Antoinette Nwandu, 'Pass Over' (Grove Press or Samuel French)
- Terry Guest, 'The Magnolia Ballet' (available through course)
Other texts may be prescribed, including supplementary texts for group projects.
- Course outline
Please contact the School of Performing Arts office (spa@otago.ac.nz) for a copy of the most recent paper profile.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Communication, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
In this paper students will:
- Acquire a solid knowledge and understanding of the work of a range of modern and contemporary cutting-edge playwrights and theatre-makers
- Deepen their ability to read and analyse a range of theatrical genres and styles
- Enhance their skills in critical reading, independent research, academic writing, oral presentation, and communication
- Develop the ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues/peers