Performance Histories I: Origins to Shakespeare

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We explore the great theatre of the world, from ancient Athens, medieval Japan, to the Renaissance. All theatre is social justice theatre, galvanizing audiences to empathize with characters braving injustices through great entertainment. Our journey through the world’s great theatre will identify and analyze the values, beliefs, practices, and privileges of our own and other societies and what makes compelling entertainment. Theatre performances, live and online, included.