TA 348 - U.S. Burlesque History

4 credits
Surveys the Burlesque performance art form from 1800s through the present-day Neo Burlesque revival. This course begins with the historical-cultural status quo and explores the transgressive nature of Burlesque. Students will examine how socially marginalized communities use this art form as a means of personal expression and social change through the intersectional lenses of race, feminism, class, sizeism, sex work, sexual and gender identities, and ableism. May be applied to the Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies major or minor. Approved for University Studies - Strand J. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.