This spring-only course will introduce students to the current London theatrical scene, through weekly attendance at productions that are a mandatory part of the course. Students will be encouraged to broaden their understanding of the chosen productions, and of theatre in a wider context, by participating in class discussion, attending talks by theatre professionals, making a backstage visit with the class, visiting the theatre and performance department of the Victoria and Albert Museum, reading related hand-outs and theatre criticism in newspapers, and watching related videos in class. The course will examine the various elements that contribute to the success of stage productions, and will provide some background to the history of theatre in London to set the contemporary London theatre scene in context.
Open to all except students admitted to London’s Acting at Shakespeare’s Globe program.
This course has an associated course fee. See the London Course Fees page for more information.
Department: Drama
Location: London
Semester: Spring
Credits: 3