Class Dramatic Reading Workshop II

This course provides an immersive experience in the study of Shakespeare’s key plays, fostering critical analysis and the ability to relate their universal themes to contemporary issues.

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Module 1: Introduction to the Historical and Literary Context of Shakespeare Historical and social context of Elizabethan England The role of the theater during Shakespeare's time Shakespeare's poetic and dramatic style   Module 2: The Merchant of Venice Reading: The Merchant of Venice – Acts 1-5   Module 3: A Midsummer Night’s Dream Reading: A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Acts 1-5   Module 4: Hamlet Reading: Hamlet – Acts 1-5   Module 5: Antony and Cleopatra Reading: Antony and Cleopatra – Acts 1-5   Module 6: Conclusion and Final Discussion Objectives: Review the key lessons learned from the plays studied. Reflect on the continued relevance of Shakespeare in modern times. Prepare students for a critical and integrative analysis of Shakespeare’s body of work. Activities: Group discussion on recurring themes across the plays. Writing a final essay based on readings and class discussions.

The discipline will be taught through expository dialogued classes, combined with methodologies to support the teaching-learning process, whenever this anticipates advancing critical reflection and the practical application of knowledge.

Shakespeare, William. The Merchant of Venice. Shakespeare, William. A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Shakespeare, William. Hamlet. Shakespeare, William. Antony and Cleopatra. Greenblatt, Stephen (ed.). The Norton Shakespeare (Critical Edition). Bradley, A. C. Shakespearean Tragedy.