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

Specific conditions

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