History of Performing ArtsLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

Students know the history of the 20th century performing arts and the main traits of contemporary Western theatre. Students also have an understanding of the development, thinking and current trends in other forms of performing arts, such as performance art, contemporary dance and circus.

Content

The course introduces the modern thought on performance from the beginning of the 20th century to postdramatic performing arts.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Participating the lectures. Exercises done, some shortages.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Active participating to the lectures. Ability to adapt.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Active participating to the lectures. Ability to adapt and reflect. Exercises done with new knowledge to the subject.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Completing the course with a pass grade requires that a student has met the objectives of the course as defined in the course implementation.