GEP0123 Special Topics in TheatreBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs TEXTILE AND FASHION DESIGNGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementBologna CommissionNational Qualifications
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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
GEP0123 Special Topics in Theatre Fall 3 0 3 4
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor SERKAN ÜSTÜNER
Recommended Optional Program Components: none
Course Objectives: Fully explore an in-depth methodology of reading, analyzing and understanding a play script intended for production. Investigate techniques used to determine how to read a play for its' structure, scrutinizing the playwright's methods of creating theatre through plot, character and imagery, and understanding how scripts "mean" to the professional reader and theatre-goer as distinct from other forms of literature.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1-To identify and define different theatre genres, styles , theatre spaces and contemporary theatre forms.
2- To be able to develop critical thinking and writing, the ability to analyze, intrepret , synthesize and evaluate literary materials.
3- Identify and apply basic elements of playwriting: plot, character, setting, point of view, tone, mood, and theme.
4- Identify and discuss relevant historical, cultural and contextual
information, as well as dramatists’ biographical data for the selected plays in the course.
5- To study spesific topics “a play” in a depth-manner.
6-To improve their ability to draw links among diverse literary texts and establish critical connections.
7- To analyze and discuss the principles of dramatic structure and theatre criticism and identify and analyze the objectives of theatre including education, entertainment & enlightenment.

Course Content

The purpose of this course is to explore spesific theatre genres, methods, and learn how to read, understand and analyse a Theatre Play.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to course. What is theatre, what is script , difference between novels and scripts. Short plays and Little Prince
2) Function of Theare / Terminology Why people need art, theatre? Discussion: Art is necessity or luxury? Theatre terms.
3) Critical View to plays Read some theatre Criticisms and Review.
4) Analyse Methods Avant-garde Theatre Reading and Understanding a play with some short Peter Bürger ve Cristopher Inn
5) Literary analysis Methods. plot, character, setting, point of view, tone, mood, and theme
6) Read / Act a play in Class and Discussion about play. Read a play “Silent Clock” and discussion.
7) Absurd Theatre Introduction to Dramaturgy Samuel Beckett, Eugune Ionesco plays Hülya Nutku’s “ Dramaturji Sahne Bilimi”
8) Midetrm Week
9) Play Analysis and Discussion Grotowoski Method Thomas Richards- Grotowski Tekniği
10) In-Yer-Face Theatre in England Royal Court and playwrights: Anthony Neilson, Joe Penhall, Sarah Kane.
11) Read / Act a Play in Class , Sarah Kane’s “ Blasted”
12) Play Analysis and discussion See a Performance of playwright; Philip Ridley, Martin McDonagh or Mark Ravenhill.
13) Debate- Violance in Theatre plays Discussion: Try to catch and defend different point of views on play: a new play that’ll be chosen in class.
14) Play Analysis and Discussion Critical Writing Choose a contemporary playwright and present the play.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References: References Grotowoski ve Fiziksel Eylem – Thomas Richards
Avant-Garde Tiyatro – Christopher İnn
Absürd Tiyatro – Martin Esslin
Aleks Sierz – Britanya’da Suratına Tiyatro

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 5
Application 3 % 5
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Application 3 4 12
Study Hours Out of Class 10 3 30
Homework Assignments 1 10 10
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 95

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Understands the principles of artistic creation and basic design and applies the art and design objects he creates within this framework.
2) Conducts the multifaceted research required for textile and fashion design processes and analyzes and interprets the results.
3) Creates original and applicable fabric, clothing and pattern designs by using elements from different historical periods and cultures in accordance with his purpose.
4) Recognizes textile raw materials and equipments.
5) Uses computer programs effectively in the garment and fabric surface design process.
6) Has professional technical knowledge regarding the implementation of clothing designs and production; In this context, recognizes and uses technological tools and equipment.
7) Understands the importance of interdisciplinary interaction and communication in textile and clothing design-production-presentation processes and reflects this on the processes.
8) Works in a programmed and disciplined manner in professional practices.
9) Realizes the necessity of lifelong learning to maintain his productivity, creativity and professional competence.
10) Understands, adopts and applies ethical responsibilities in professional practices; Has knowledge of relevant legal regulations.
11) Establishes effective visual, written and verbal communication in the field of textile and fashion design.
12) Reflects his knowledge on current and contemporary issues from all fields to his professional theoretical and practical studies on textile and clothing design; Understands the social and universal effects of these issues.
13) Has sufficient awareness about social justice, environmental awareness, quality culture and protection of cultural values.