THTR 204 - Swedish Theater

Swedish Theater STA

4 credits (FDR HA)

3 weeks in Sweden, one week on campus

Prof. Shawn Paul Evans

This course provides students the opportunity to develop a method for critically analyzing a theatrical production with an emphasis on the extent to which the Swedish cultural and social context impacts the production. Aristotle describes theater as the imitation of human action. As artists create their unique imitation of human action, their culture, environment and personal experience influence their work. Students learn to identify the critical elements of a country’s cultural identity and how theatrical performance reflects the elements of a particular cultural identity. Students study both historical and contemporary theater production in Sweden, along with the political, economic and social influences that shape the country’s theater productions. Students have the opportunity to work one-on-one with Swedish theater students and experience the educational environment, rigor and professional orientation of a Swedish theater training program. By the end of the course, students will have honed their ability to analyze critically and gain an appreciation of the influence of culture on theatrical expression.

The course fulfills FDR HA.  

Prerequisite: THTR 203 (1 credit) Study Abroad Preparation -Swedish Theater, Winter 2019.

Program Fee (paid to W&L):  $4,905. This includes accommodation in a hotel and breakfast each day; welcome and farewell dinners, meals during some group excursions, travel cards for public transportation during entire stay, group excursions and entrance fees, tickets for performances, etc.

Estimated Other Expenses: Airfare - $1,200; other meals - $1,200; pocket money - $300.

For further details, please contact Professor Evans, evanss@wlu.edu.