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THTR28001 Theatrical Realism: Ibsen, Strindberg and Chekhov
Theatrical Realism: Ibsen, Strindberg and Chekhov
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Overview

In this unit you will study the development and structure of realism as a theatrical style from the late nineteenth century to the mid-twentieth century. You will explore the styles and motivations of Ibsen, Strindberg and Chekhov. Beginning with the realist theatre movements in the nineteenth century, you will explore early twentieth century realist theatre as it has evolved for theatre, film and television during the 20th and 21st centuries. You will analyse important primary sources while studying the broader political, social and cultural contexts as they apply to the history of theatrical performance practice during this period.

Details

Career Level: Postgraduate
Unit Level: Level 8
Credit Points: 6
Student Contribution Band: 8
Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.125

Pre-requisites or Co-requisites

Prerequisite: Minimum of 72 credit points

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Offerings For Term 2 - 2026

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Feedback from Student feedback in class

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Students appreciate the connection between plays studied in this unit and scenes they perform in their Acting classes

Recommendation

Continue to identify the connection between plays in this unit and scenes explored in Acting classes

Feedback from Student feedback in class

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Using AI podcasts of the readings has helped introduce students to the weekly content

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The small tutorial approach enables students to ask questions and discuss the weekly material

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Continue to enable discussion in a tutorial class

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