Middlebury

THEA0136A-S23

ContempAfrican-AmerPlaywrights

Contemporary African-American Playwrights
In this course we will explore how influential contemporary African American dramatists bring to the American stage different aspects of the black experience. From William Branch’s A Medal For Willie (1951) to Dominique Morisseau’s Detroit ’67 (2013), readings will provide students the opportunity to investigate how plays are interpreted by actors and directors, and wrestle with topics such as voting rights, cultural appropriation, housing discrimination, gender inequality, and equal access to education. Beyond dramatic texts and critical readings, students will hear some of the playwrights (via video conferencing) offer their views on topics and issues we will discuss in class. (Dramatic Literature) 3 hrs. lect.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
22710
Subject Code:
THEA
Course Number:
0136
Section Identifier:
A

Course

THEA 0136

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