History of Theatre
Course
In London
Description
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Course
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Location
London
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Class hours
21h
Greek and Roman theatre, Medieval theatre, the Italian Renaissance, Elizabethan theatre, the Golden Age of Spain and France, Restoration, 19th and 20th Century theatre, Contemporary theatre. Suitable for: The course provides a brief overview of the history of western theatre from ancient Greece to the modern day. Each week it will explore a different aspect of theatre's rich history.
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About this course
This is for people who have a general interest in theatre and theatre history and who enjoy discussing and exploring texts. As there is no entry assessment you are required to possess a good knowledge of English language, both written and spoken, in order to make the most of the course.
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Teachers and trainers (1)
David Sharman
Theatre Studies, Dance and Music
Course programme
From Ancient Greece to the West End of London. Theatre has survived for over 2500 years and continues to fascinate and entertain. This course will take you on a journey from the origins of western theatre in Ancient Greece to the present day. From Sophocles to Stoppard, Aeschylus to Ayckbourn, each week it will explore a different aspect of theatre’s rich history.
History of Theatre