DRAM2009 Postwar British Drama
Later Year Course
| Offered By | School of Humanities |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Drama/Theatre Studies |
| Offered in | DRAM2009 will not be offered in 2009 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
This course aims to provide an introduction to major developments in post-war British theatre. The course will focus on plays by Osborne, Pinter, Brenton, Churchill, Stoppard, Orton and Shaffer. In order to contextualise the plays studied, the course will also consider such important theatrical institutions as the Royal Court theatre, the RSC's Other Place and the Royal National Theatre of Great Britain and will examine the contributions made by innovators such as Joan Littlewood and John McGrath. |
| Indicative Assessment |
1,500-2,000 word essay (25%), examination (25%) and workshop assignments and performance (50%). |
| Workload | Three and a half hours per week: one 1-hour lecture, one 1-hour tutorial and one 1.5 hour workshop. |
| Areas of Interest | Drama |
| Requisite Statement |
DRAM1005 Page to Stage I or DRAM1006 Introduction to the Western Theatrical Tradition or with permission of the coordinator. |
| Majors/Specialisations | Contemporary Europe, Drama, English, and Theatre Studies |
| Academic Contact | Mr Tony Turner |
The information published on the Study at ANU 2009 website applies to the 2009 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2008 website.
