University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 1 | Credits: 5

In this course students will explore key historical periods, cultural developments, dramatic movements and significant playwrights in order to develop an understanding of performance history and how theatrical culture through the ages has developed less as a strictly linear chronological progression and more as a series of revolts and counter-revolutions.

Learning Outcomes
  1. identify and discuss a wide range of theatrical conventions
  2. evaluate and situate the different historical genres covered
  3. analyse theatrical texts in terms of performance conventions
  4. test and practically investigate how conventions work on stage
  5. develop a specialised critical vocabularly for theatre analysis 6.understand the importance of historical and cultural context in the development of dramatic conventions
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
The above information outlines module TP108: "Theatre History" and is valid from 2017 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.