Module Details

Module Code: DRAM7009
Title: Theatre History & Text 3
Long Title: Theatre History & Text 3
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2122 - Drama
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module reviews key texts from the 17th to the early 20th century. The work of prominent playwrights is examined in its socio-cultural context.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 outline theatre history from the 17th century to the early 20th century
LO2 analyse a text in terms of historical events and cultural background
LO3 identify elements of performance styles of specific texts from the 17th century to the early 20th century
LO4 apply acquired historical and socio-cultural knowledge in performance articulation of text extracts
LO5 structure and present insightful information in oral and written form
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Theatre History 1 and 2
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Theatre History
Review of major works from the 17th century to early 20th century. Major playwrights from Spain, France and England are included. Examination of playwrights within cultural context.
Performance
Through performance of short extracts, learners demonstrate an understanding of both the texts they have studied and their original staging conditions.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 35
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Researching an aspect of theatre history from the 17th century to the early 20th century
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
Demonstration of a specific historical performance style and knowledge of the socio-historical context out of which it emerged
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 25
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Continuous Assessment: Ongoing contribution to and participation in in-class activities, including class discussion,debate and practical and creative tasks
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theatre History from the 17th century to the early 20th century Every Week 1.50 1.5
Tutorial Contact Reading and performing within a particular style Every Week 1.50 1.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Reading and researching individually and within group Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Brockett, Oscar G., and Hildy, Franklin, J.. (2011), History of the Theatre, 11th. Pearson, [ISBN: 9780205825462].
  • Callow, Simon. (1996), Acting in Restoration Comedy, Applause Acting Series, p.106, [ISBN: 9781557831194].
  • Hirst, David L.. (2019), Comedy of Manners, 1st. Routledge, [ISBN: 1138284041].
  • Lawrence, Robert, G.. (1992), Restoration Plays, Everyman Paperbacks, p.480, [ISBN: 0460870696].
  • Payne Fisk, Deborah. (2000), The Cambridge Companion to English Restoration Theatre, Cambridge University Press, [ISBN: 9780521582155].
  • Salgado, Gamini,. (2005), Three Restoration Comedies: The Man of Mode, The Country Wife, Love for Love,, Penguine Classics, [ISBN: 9780140430271].
  • Swale, Jessica. (2015), Nell Gwynn, Nick Hern Books, [ISBN: 9781780016627].
  • Worthen, W. B.. (2011), The Wadsworth Anthology of Drama, 6th. Cengage Learning, [ISBN: 9781428288140].
  • Zarilli, Phillip, B., Conachie, B., Williams, G. J.. (2010), Theatre Histories: An Introduction, 2nd. Routledge, [ISBN: 9780415462242].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Donohue, Joseph. (2015), The Cambridge History of British Theatre: Vol 2, Cambridge University Press, [ISBN: 1107497086].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GTHDR_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Theatre and Drama Studies 3 Mandatory