Spring 2027 East Asian UN3114 section 001

Chinese Theater and Drama Traditions

Chinese Theater/Drama

Call Number 11199
Day, Time & Location View Class Schedule & Location in Vergil
Points 4
Grading Mode Standard
Approvals Required None
Instructor Allison E Bernard
Type SEMINAR
Method of Instruction In-Person
Course Description

This course explores the world of Chinese theater: where a heroine is resurrected through the power of love, a filial son saves his mother from underworld torment, and stalwart workers fight for revolution. Examining texts in many genres/forms-from the 16th century romantic drama The Peony Pavilion to the 20th century revolutionary opera The Red Lantern - we investigate the versatility of Chinese drama to encompass politics, history, social movements, and human emotions. Connecting texts to stage practice, we explore gender fluidity in performance, theories of theater, "star culture," and cross-cultural work.

Department East Asian Languages and Cultures
Enrollment 0 students (15 max) as of 11:28PM Monday, October 5, 2026
Subject East Asian
Number UN3114
Section 001
Division Interfaculty
Section key 20271EAAS3114W001