THEA 363 - Banned Plays

Credits: 3

This course covers those plays that, over the course of history, have been banned, censored, or suppressed. The propaganda, societal, religious, cultural, and political aspects of why plays have been “Banned” will be covered from ancient to modern times. Students will analyze the plays in their historical context as well as with a contemporary eye. Plays from Hamlet to Hair to Oedipus Rex to West Side Story are covered. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

[Offered winter every other year]

Course Attributes: DPD,UWR