Course - Dramaturgical analysis - DRA1012
DRA1012 - Dramaturgical analysis
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home examination | 100/100 | 3 days |
Course content
The course gives the student a subject-specific understanding of dramaturgical theory and practice in performing arts, with an emphasis on theatre after 1950. The course will expand and further develop the student's ability to apply dramaturgical competence to analyze performances, drama and text for the stage, and to put together and implement dramaturgical concepts. In the course, the student also practices his/her study competence in academic writing.
The course provides an introduction to dramaturgical theory, conventions and perspectives. The course reviews concepts and methodological tools for dramaturgical practice and analysis of relevant stage texts, theater performances and events in context.
The course gives the student skills in the use of dramaturgical concepts and methods, with the purpose of developing both the creative and analytical dramaturgical competence.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
- Introduction to dramaturgical concepts, conventions and perspectives.
- Introduction to dramaturgical method and practice.
- Introduction to performance analysis.
Skills
- To use dramaturgical concepts and methods in practice.
- To analyze stage texts and performative events.
- To apply dramaturgical competence for developing ideas in performing arts practice.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, group work, exercises and presentations individually and in groups. Teaching is usually conducted in Norwegian, but may take place in English.
Mandatory activity:
- 80 % participation in teaching
- approved presentation
Compulsory assignments
- 80 % attendance in instructions
- Approved presentations
Further on evaluation
Individual 3-day home exam: students must demonstrate knowledge of dramaturgical theories and methods and apply these in an analytical and creative work based on a stage text or a performance.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Drama and Theatre (BDRAMA)
Drama and Theatre (ÅDRAMA)
Recommended previous knowledge
Dramaturgy 1
Required previous knowledge
Admission to the Bachelor's programme or the One-year programme in Drama and Theatre.
Course materials
Approx. 600 pages of set texts.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| DRA2001 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Drama and Theatre Studies
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Art and Media Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Home examination
100/100
Release
2023-12-04Submission
2023-12-07
10:00
INSPERA
10:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
UTS
Home examination
100/100
Release
2024-04-15Submission
2024-04-18
10:00
INSPERA
10:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"