Middlebury

FYSE1301A-F13

Rome on Stage and Screen

Ancient Rome on the Stage and Screen
In this seminar we will investigate the long history of Roman drama, from the ancient world to Shakespeare’s plays and contemporary films. As we explore the representation and reception of ancient Rome, we will address the following questions: What is the relationship between drama and history? To what political purposes can drama and film be used? How does the representation of characters change over time? How are women portrayed? Why does Rome continue to influence the modern world? Texts will include Octavia and the Satyricon; Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar and Antony and Cleopatra; films will include Quo Vadis? and I, Claudius.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92426
Subject Code:
FYSE
Course Number:
1301
Section Identifier:
A

Course

FYSE 1301

All Sections in Fall 2013

Fall 2013

FYSE1301A-F13 Seminar (Star)