Shakespearean drama was an important medium for entertainment and for reflecting contemporary socio-political realities on stage. A mark of Shakespeare’s continued relevance and popularity is the constant remaking of his plays in a variety of media. This course analyses the textual, thematic, historical, and theoretical readings of Shakespearean drama. Students explore a variety of adaptations, including folk performance, early-modern theatre, television, and film. It is recommended that students complete ENG 421 and/or ENG 422 prior to enrolling in this course. Lect: 3 hrs. Prerequisites: (ENG 108 and ACS 103) or ENG 208 Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
