Classical Chinese Drama

AY2014/2015 Semester 2

Studies of the Chinese drama of the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing periods, giving unique insights into Chinese culture and history. Selected topics include: cultural atmosphere and the emergence of Chinese drama and theater; the position of Chinese drama in Chinese literature; the interaction between drama and fiction; studying Chinese drama from a performing perspective. Major theatrical forms, such as Nanxi, Yuan zaju, and Ming-Qing chuanqi will be examined as well.