Philosophy of theatre

Academic year: 2010-2011 Course code module FLWF005800 Semester: 2nd semester Credits: 3 Study load (hours) 84 Theory (hours): 30,00 Practice/Exercises(hours): Other (hours): Part-time program: 1/2 Instructor(s) Petra Van Brabandt Language of instruction: Dutch Semester exam information: exam in the 2nd semester Contract restriction information: 1. Prerequisites *Algemene competenties No prerequisites required *Sequentiality None 2. Objectives (expected learning outcomes) In this introduction course on the philosophy of theatre, we will reflect on three dimensions of theatre: (1) the playing (actor); (2) the effect (audience); (3) the socio-political dimension. The student will learn to put these dimensions in histroical contexts and to indicate its contemporary relevance. 3. Course content In this course we will analyse three dimensions of theatre, namely the playing of the actor, the effect on the audience, and the socio-political objectives and context of the theatrical enterprise. To achieve this, we will concentrate on text material from Aristotle, Hume, Diderot, Rousseau, Brecht, Artaud, Barthes, Badiou,... We will reflect on the historical context and conceptual analysis offered in these texts. Notwithstanding the practical relevance for evaluation and aprreciation, we will stress the philosophical and theoretical reflection of these theatrical dimensions. 4. Teaching method Direct contact: Lectures Seminars (possible question and answer sessions) Personal work: Exercises Assignments - individual Paper - individual 5. Assessment method Exam: Oral, with written preparation Written assignment: With oral presentation 6. Compulsory reading – study material Reader Universitas - Nadenken over theater: teksten van Diderot tot Badiou.   7. Recommended reading - study material Nothing 8. Tutoring On appointment laatste aanpassing: last update: 12/01/2010 12:17 petra.vanbrabandt