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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Education : Drama

491-320 Drama C5: Australian Theatre Studies

Credit Points:

11.1

Coordinator:

Angela O'Brien

Prerequisite/s:

33.3 points in Group 2 Drama subjects, including Drama B1 and B2, or approved equivalent.

Timetable:

Semester 1

Contact:

A 3-hour combined seminar and practical session each week; group theatre visits are compulsory

Objectives:

On completion of this subject students should be able to:

  • understand the way various cultural, social and economic perspectives inform the creation of dramatic literature, and the interpretation of plays through performance;

  • understand how Australian drama is an expression of Australian culture;

  • understand the development of Australian theatre, particularly within a socio-historical context; and

  • 'read' a play in performance.

Content:

A study of representative Australian plays, selected for historical, dramatic, theatrical and cultural significance; textual analysis, practical workshop, an examination of Australian Theatrical expression and student-led seminars. Selection of texts varies from year to year.

Assessment:

Participation in class and performance analysis (20%); a workshop presentation of up to 30 minutes (30%); an oral class presentation of up to 30 minutes (20%); an essay equivalent to approximately 2000 words (30%). Attendance at theatre visits is compulsory.

Prescribed Texts:

  • Rayson H, Hotel Sorrento, Currency Sydney 1992.
  • Lawler R, Summer of the Seventeenth Doll, Currency Sydney 1978.
  • Nowra, L, Cosi, Currency Sydney 1994.
  • Roland B, A Touch of Silk, Currency Sydney 1974.
  • Williamson D, Don's Party, Currency Sydney 1973.
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