Course: Introduction to Theatre Theory 1

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Course title Introduction to Theatre Theory 1
Course code KDU/ZTRD1
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Seminar
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study 2
Semester Winter and summer
Number of ECTS credits 4
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Kubina Lukáš, Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Bernátek Martin, Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Pavlišová Jitka, Mgr. Ph.D.
Course content
Thematic headings: - Theatre and performance studies: basic areas of research and formation of theatre science in universities, especially in Central Europe - Theorizing acting: basic paradigms of modern acting theory (K. S. Stanislavsky, Bertolt Brecht, Jerzy Grotowski), performative aspects of politics - Cultural theatre studies, theatricality in culture and audience studies The reading list below is indicative, and the individual required texts and other recommended titles, as well as details of the course and individual topics, can be found in the study support in moodle.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture, Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming), Work with Text (with Book, Textbook), Demonstration
  • Attendace - 25 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Exam - 25 hours per semester
  • Homework for Teaching - 50 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
Students will be introduced to basic concepts and theoretical approaches in theatre studies. They will be able to explain and discuss the basic concepts of theatre theory. They will be able to correctly articulate definitions in the field of drama and theatre practice. They will be able to name and discuss the various components of theatre and place them in the context of the development of the theatre arts. Understand the issue of theatrical character. They know the basic features of the performing arts and can use the terms belonging to this theory. The lecture will be continuously supplemented by a series of concrete examples and audiovisual demonstrations, the knowledge of which will be part of the course evaluation. Formally, the course is a combination of lecture and seminar, with a strong emphasis on interactive teaching methods. The lecture serves as a preparation for a series of questions on theatre theory in the Bachelor's State Examination and is taught jointly by Martin Bernátek and Lukáš Kubina. The lecture in LS is followed by the course ZTRD2.
Student will be able to characterize main approaches of theatre theory. Students will be able to formulate the definitions in theatrical practice and name individual theatrical components and discuss them. They will be able to put them in context of development of theater. Students will understand problems of theatrical character.
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge of theatre theory concepts discussed in the first year, especially in the Introduction to Theatre Studies course. - Respect for the UP study and examination regulations. - Collegiality and ability in group work and public presentation. Knowledge of the theoretical texts assigned for continuous reading is a prerequisite for understanding each topic. Your knowledge will be tested throughout the course and in the final assessment. Attendance at lectures is a prerequisite for a good understanding of the subject.

Assessment methods and criteria
Mark, Oral exam, Student performance

The teaching is divided into an explanatory and a seminar part, which is based on discussion of the assigned reading and verification of what has been read. The course ends with an oral examination, which requires credit. More than three absences are grounds for not awarding credit.
Recommended literature
  • BALME, Christopher. (2018). Úvod do divadelnej vedy. Bratislava.
  • CARLSON, Marvin. (2006). Dejiny divadelních teórií. Bratislava.
  • PAVIS, Patrice. Divadelní slovník..
  • VELTRUSKÝ, Jiří. (1994). Příspěvky k teorii divadla. Praha.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Arts Study plan (Version): Theatre Studies (2019) Category: Theory and history of arts 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Arts Study plan (Version): Theatre Studies (2019) Category: Theory and history of arts 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter