Advanced Topics in Performance Studies: Ecological Performance/Performing Ecology
THEA 320
Spring 2027
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We are living in a time of increased climate change and environmental degradation. This course approaches the topics of ecological crisis and environmental justice through the medium of performance. Exploring a range of contemporary theater and performance traditions that speak directly to the care of our shared land, water, and air, we will consider the theoretical and practical elements of ecological performance and art. This course is collaboratively taught with artist Eli Nixon. In class, students will read new work in the field of performance studies and view the history of both live and recorded ecologically engaged art works. Students should be prepared to both write an 8-page culminating critical thesis essay and create new work in response to artistic prompts. We will explore nature drag, parades, pageants, ephemeral sculptural interventions, sound walks, and written engagements with the physical world. Site visits might include Manresa Island, Connecticut River, Midden Lookout Park, and Indian Hill. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA THEA |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Theater) |
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Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
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Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
This course counts towards the Theater Methods requirement for the THEA major. |
| Instructor(s): Brewer Ball,Katie Times: ..T.... 01:20PM-04:10PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 12 | | SR major: 4 | JR major: 4 | | |
| | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 4 | JR non-major: 4 | SO: 0 | FR: 0 |
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