Learning objectives
The course aims to provide students with useful methodologies for the analysis of theatrical texts related to their historical and cultural context. At the end of the course, students' ability in applying their knowledge, judging, and communicative skills will be tested.
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
The course aims to provide students with useful methodologies for the analysis of theatrical texts related to their historical and cultural context. At the end of the course, students' ability in applying their knowledge, judging, and communicative skills will be tested.
1) Differences between theatrical and literary text
2) Theatrical text and forms of performance in different cultures
3) Structures of the theatrical text
4) Methodologies of analysis of the theatrical text
5) Text and theatrical space
6) The theatrical text and acting
7) Text and spectator's reception
8) The theatrical text in the ancient period
9) The theatrical text in modern culture
10) The theatrical text between XIX and XX century
11) The theatrical text in contemporary culture
12) Case studies
Full programme
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Bibliography
L. Allegri, "Prima lezione sul teatro", Roma-Bari, Laterza
R. Tessari, "La drammaturgia da Eschilo a Goldoni", Roma-Bari, Laterza
L. Allegri, "La drammaturgia da Diderot a Beckett", Roma-Bari, Laterza
A theoretical book on ancient or modern dramaturgy (student's choice)
A theoretical book on contemporary dramaturgy (student's choice)
All the theatrical texts analyzed during the course
Teaching methods
Frontal lectures, seminars, and workshops.
Assessment methods and criteria
Oral exam
Other information
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