LFU:online

• To create a basis (theories, methodologies) for an in-depth analysis and interpretation of literary and other cultural texts
• To support students in applying these techniques to selected texts
• To encourage students to think critically
• To analyse existing literary and social discourses

William Shakespeare’s comedies are in part enchantingly comic, in part gloomily oppressive and in part plain romantic fairy tales – often all in one text. Many of them, though, would by no means fit modern conceptions of comic writing. By drawing heavily on various source texts the playwright succeeded in creating such an impressive oeuvre in this genre alone that it will be impossible to cover them all in our course. What we will attempt to achieve, however, is a detailed analysis of the various types of comedies (including the problem plays), also with regard to their sources and origins as well as their impact. A drama workshop should help us explore additional, more practical perspectives.

• Input lectures
• Workshops
• Presentations
• Discussions

• Active class participation
• Presentation
• PS paper

• To be announced

BA Programme 2009: positive completion of compulsory moduls 3 and 16

Teacher Training Programme 2001: VO2: Introduction to British and Postcolonial Literary Studies

BA "old" (2009): PS 2: British and/or Postcolonial Literature

Teacher Training Programme "old" (2001): PS 2: English Literature and Culture

Due to substantial differences in the allocation of ECTS-Credits in various curricula (teacher training program - BA/MA English and American Studies), the requirements for this course vary. Information will be provided by the instructor at the beginning of the course.