This course aims at introducing the students to drama written and staged during the later 19th and early 20th century. The dramatists included in the course had greatly influenced the contemporary dramatic tradition through their technical innovations and handling of different themes relevant to the social and political situations of the age. Their contributions sparked a new life in the stagnant genre of drama and led to its revival on English literary scene. Hence, studying this course will not only enable the students to track the period in the history of English drama that changed its course but  also prepare them for the study of subsequent dramatic texts.   

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

After studying the plays included in the course, the students will,

1. have a better understanding of English theatrical conventions and performance styles;
2. be able to critically evauate of the plays;
3. have a better view of the social and political circumstances in which they were written;
4. be able to read and appreciate other plays of the age not included in the course.

COURSE CONTENTS:

1.         OSCAR WILDE                 The Importance of being Earnest

2.         T.S. ELIOT                             Murder in the Cathedral

3.         HENRIK IBSEN                      A Doll’s House

4.         JOHN GALSWORTHY             Justice

Course Material:

Textbook (provided in soft form, printable)

Relevant Research Papers and Notes (provided in soft form, printable)

Class Timings (Spring 2020)

BS VI (R) Monday-Tuesday         2.00-03:30 pm

BS VI (S.S) Wednesday-Thursday  2:00-3:30 pm

Assesment:

• Mid Term: 30
• Sessional: 20
• Final Exam:50