ENGLISH 709

Theatre on Screen

Please note: this is archived course information from 2023 for ENGLISH 709.

Description

Examines a range of mainstream and arthouse films which treat the processes of theatrical performance and dramatic composition. These films create commercial and aesthetic appeal by engaging the thin dividing line between reality and drama. Topics include: theatricality and politics; the business of theatre; gender and sexuality; adaptation.

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline for ENGLISH 709.

Digital Course Outlines are refreshed in November for the following year. Digital Course Outlines for courses to be offered for the first time may be published slightly later.

Availability 2023

Not taught in 2023

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Dr Sophie Tomlinson

Points

ENGLISH 709: 30 points