Classical & Renaissance Drama
Course: Classical & Renaissance Drama
Level: BS 4th
Course Code: ELL206
Course Description: This course examines the nature, function, and themes of Classical Greek, Roman, and Elizabethan drama within their theatrical, historical, and social contexts. It focuses on works by dramatists such as Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, Aristophanes, Seneca, Plautus, Shakespeare, Marlowe, and Webster, tracing the evolution of tragedy and comedy. The course also explores ancient views on drama, especially those of Plato and Aristotle, and their influence on classical works.
The course is divided into two sections. The first covers classical Greek and Roman drama, exploring influential plays and their impact on the genre. Students will study Greek drama, its connection to mythology, the importance of festivals, and the structure of tragedy and comedy.
The second section focuses on the works of Shakespeare, Marlowe, and Webster, examining the Renaissance's cultural richness, humanist ph…
