DRAM2008 Modern Australian Drama
Later Year Course
| Offered By | School of Humanities |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Drama/Theatre Studies |
| Offered in | Second Semester, 2010 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
This course aims to provide students with an introduction to some of the major developments in Australian drama and theatre in the twentieth century. Works by Seymour, Lawler, White, Kenna, Hewett, Buzo, Nowra, Williamson, Romeril, Hibberd, Gow and Davis will be studied both theoretically and practically. The plays chosen represent the wide range of subject matter and theatrical form that is evident in the modern Australian dramatic repertoire. In order to contextualise the plays studied, some examination will be given to more important elements of the stage history of Australia covering the last 50 years. |
| Indicative Assessment |
2,000 word essay (25%), examination (25%) and workshop contribution and performance (50%). |
| Workload | Offered alternately with DRAM2010 Design and the Theatre : Three and a half hours per week: one 1-hour lecture, one 1-hour tutorial and one 1.5 hour workshop per week |
| Areas of Interest | Drama |
| Requisite Statement |
Any two courses from the Faculty of Arts |
| Majors/Specialisations | Australian Studies, Drama, English, and Theatre Studies |
| Academic Contact | Ms Cathie Clelland |
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