Classics and Modernity in European Theatre Field of study: Cultural Studies
Programme code: W1-N1KU19.2023

Module name: Classics and Modernity in European Theatre
Module code: W1-KU-N1-KNTE03
Programme code: W1-N1KU19.2023
Semester:
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the module is to acquaint students with the transformations in European theatre of the modern period (from Classicism to Naturalism) and their influence on the shape of 20th and 21st century theatre art. As part of the module, the student acquires competences in recognising classical dramatic and theatrical solutions (directing, acting, scenography and dramaturgy) in contemporary stagings. They deepen their skills of analysing and interpreting dramatic works and theatrical performances that enter into dialogue with the tradition.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
is aware of his/her responsibility for the preservation of the theatrical cultural heritage of the region, the country, Europe and the world [K_01]
 W1-K01SN_K02 [5/5]
is able to recognise different types of theatrical phenomena and practices, as well as activities in the field of performing and visual arts; is able to critically analyse and interpret them using selected methods; is able to identify their meanings and reconstruct and discuss their social impact and place in the cultural-historical process [U_01]
 W1-K01SN_U05 [4/5]
is able to prepare various forms of oral presentations, including multimedia (debate, paper, presentation) on selected specific topics based on basic theoretical approaches using material from various sources [U_02]
 W1-K01SN_U09 [5/5]
has structured detailed knowledge in selected areas of theatre history, cultural and literary history, criticism and interpretation of dramatic works, anthropology, visual culture [W_01]
 W1-K01SN_W02 [5/5]
knows and understands the basic methods of analysis and interpretation of various theatrical cultural productions appropriate to selected traditions, theories or research schools within the cultural studies disciplines [W_02]
 W1-K01SN_W05 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
discussion classes [W1-KU-K] 20 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		exam K_01 U_01 U_02 W_02
lecture [W1-KU-W] 10 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01]  		exam W_01
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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