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At the beginning of this course we will consider the genesis and historical development of American theater. The main emphasis, however, will be on 20th century plays. We will explore the various dramatic techniques and recurring themes as well as the political and cultural developments that inform the texts. The readings will include the following American plays of our reading list: Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun, Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire, David Henry Hwang’s M. Butterfly, and Tony Kushner’s Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approaches. Information regarding text editions will be provided at the beginning of classes.
Course requirements: readings, active participation, short assignments, abstract of paper project, research paper (10-12 pages) |
