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(ENL319) -  Κωνσταντίνος Μπλατάνης

Course Description

The aim of this course is to familiarize students with the aesthetic and ideological character of 20th-century American drama. Through the study of representative plays by Thornton Wilder, Tennessee Williams, Eugene O’Neill, August Wilson, Naomi Wallace students are led to attain a thorough understanding of the theoretical trends and practical modes that define modern American drama. In addition, attention is given to the ways in which these outstanding American playwrights positioned themselves and their artistic output within the enveloping socio-political and cultural context.

         Students are expected to participate actively in class discussions and are advised to keep themselves informed about additional material distributed by the instructor. In addition, they will be asked to react and comment on excerpts from filmed productions of the plays studied.

 

 

Creation Date

Monday, April 14, 2014