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Archived Version 2015 - 2016
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Description An introduction to Irish drama of the late 19th and 20th century through both a national and an international lens, reading Irish plays comparatively with the texts, playwrights and dramatic movements of Europe and America. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Understand how the Irish theatre has developed both nationally and internationally 2. Perform comparative and close analysis of a range of plays and theatrical styles 3. Discuss the significance of theatre in cultural and political terms 4. Relate drama to historical developments 5. Appreciate the diversity of theatrical traditions in aptly problematic terms | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities The emergence of the Irish national theatre in the context of developments in both Europe and AmericaSocial realism in the theatre.Theatre and PoliticsTheatre and identityThe political implications of theatrical styleThe theatre of cultural memory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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