Middlebury

FYSE1334A-S11

Theatre and Social Change

Art Matters: Theatre and Social Change
In this course we will begin with the question: how can art, specifically theatrical art, impact the world around us? The course will explore, first historically, and then with a contemporary focus, various companies, playwrights and activists involved in theatre for change (political, social, environmental). The class will contain an experiential component – students will be required to devise and perform various scenarios designed to impact a specifically targeted issue (or issues). Readings will include theory, literature (plays by authors such as Brecht, Peter Weiss, Eve Ensler), and the histories of various groups.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
22147
Subject Code:
FYSE
Course Number:
1334
Section Identifier:
A

Course

FYSE 1334

All Sections in Spring 2011

Spring 2011

FYSE1334A-S11 Seminar (Faraone)