OSUN Themes: Arts and Society; Democratic Practice; Global Justice
Global Activism Through Theater. Registration is CLOSED for this summer session.
Term: June 11, 2024 – July 4, 2024Level: 300-Level
Day/Time: Tuesday; Wednesday; Thursday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
Instructor: Aimée Michel, Bard College at Simon's Rock
In this course we will explore how the art form of theater has been used directly and consciously across the globe over the past century as an agent of social and political change. Students will study activists like Augusto Boal and Bread and Puppet Theater as well as theater activists in their countries and present to each other their work. The final project will be a theatrical presentation that addresses a current global issue. Daily contributions to our online discussion board are required.
Credits: 4 US / 8 ECTS