SHS 236 - Introduction to Shakespeare Studies

4 credits
Examines two plays from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival repertory as plays for performance, along with an interdisciplinary exploration of their historical, political and cultural contexts. Areas of concentration will include how to read a Shakespearean play, overviews of acting in, directing and designing for Shakespearean production, and theatrical practices of Shakespeare’s day. In exploring Shakespeare’s life and times, topics to be explored may include Renaissance art, architecture, music and dance, religious and other institutions, social and economic transformations, science and medicine and travel and discovery. Attendance at one or more live performances may be required. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand E–Humanities).