Stage Translation for Kunqu

Catalog description

This course develops skills in translation from Chinese to English in the context of Kunqu theatre. Students study the conventions of Chinese formalized stage speech while increasing their command of both formal and oral English expression. They will learn strategies to express complex cultural references with brevity and without the luxury of footnotes. The course includes an experiential learning where students will have the opportunity to work on subtitles that will be used by the Kunshan Contemporary Kunqu Theatre. Students will attend rehearsals and work with actors to reconcile their translations to the stage tradition. 001875