This multidisciplinary course will examine the contributions of 20th Century African American Women playwrights with a particular emphasis on those writers who diverge from realism and develop experimental and non-representational dramaturgies. Among playwrights considered will be Marita Bonner, Lorraine Hansberry, Adrienne Kennedy, Eve Merriam, Ntozake Shange, Alexis Deveaux, and Suzan-Lori Parks. Upper level standing and permission of the instructors required. This course provides advanced theater students with a context for intensive work on specific acting issues. Applications for tutorial sessions must be obtained from the Theater Studies office prior to registration.
Admission is by departmental approval.
A tutorial normally involves eight hours of personalized instruction, and may be taken for two credits. This course is for students cast in major productions of Theater Emory and consists of the supervised development of a role. Along with regular rehearsal and performance experience, students will take part in a structured sequence of instruction and coaching in specific acting skills appropriate to the production. Grading - Students are graded primarily on the basis of their personal development and the quality of their work. Prerequisite - Permission of department.