THTR-3437 Contemporary Theatre

This course offers an in-depth exploration of contemporary theatre, inviting students to engage with various modern and contemporary texts, videos, plays, performances, and approaches. The class spans from the modern period to the present day, delving into literary, aesthetic, and performative aspects of today's theatre and performance. In addition to research and analysis, the course demands active engagement: students must attend and participate in every class, lead discussions, and complete quizzes and exams on assigned material. The class schedule offers a variety of interactive sessions, starting with discussions on reality and cosmology and progressing through a series of topics, including the works of visual artists, dancers, choreographers, and musicians, in addition to the theatre practitioners and writers. The course challenges students to immerse themselves in the evolving landscape of contemporary theatre, equipping them with a profound understanding of its trends and transformations