ATH 256 - Shakespeare to 1600

Course Units: 1

We’ll explore in this course some of the most entertaining, moving, and provocative theater the world has ever known. Focusing mainly on Shakespeare’s comedies and histories, we’ll discover characters who offer us complicated and engaging perspectives on topics such as love, magic, revenge, family relationships, outsiders, and political power. We will work together to appreciate both the nuances of Shakespeare’s poetry and the excitement of his works in performance (whether on stage or screen). Prerequisite(s): EGL 100 , EGL 101 , EGL 102 , ATH 102 or a score of 5 on AP English Composition or Literature test. CC: HUL, HUM, WAC, JLIT