Survey of World Drama

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This course is a cultural and critical study of the development of drama throughout civilizations prior to the 20th century. Students explore a broad range of dramatic works from around the world, including Ancient Athens, Renaissance England, Neoclassical Europe, Medieval Japan, classical India and China, and pre-Colonial Africa and Latin America, exploring dialogue, staging, cultural values, trends in the performing arts, alongside literary and theatrical symbols and themes. Usually offered in the fall semester.