ENG (0122) 345 - Major American Authors

Credits: 3

This course explores African American drama from the mid 19th century to the present, taking into account the social, political, and cultural background throughout and touching on the actors, directors, producers, designers, and theaters that helped African American playwrights survive and thrive. We will also explore the nature of playwriting and the relationship between text and performance. With the latter in mind, the class will attend when possible at least one production of a play by an African American writer.

Distribution Requirement Humanities and Languages

Prerequisite 2: ENG 250