Description

This three-credit program revolves around the study of ancient Greek drama. Students will work with the National Theatre of Cyprus (THOC) and will participate in performance exercises and improvisational workshops. The course is designed for undergraduate and graduate students interested in Greek drama from historical and modern perspectives. The program combines the study of ancient drama and modern improvisational performance techniques in the setting of a politically divided country.

The program and course has three main objectives:

* To study the text of a selected Ancient Greek drama
* To work with theatre practitioners in the study of performance and design
* To learn more about the unique social and political contexts of Cyprus through academic study, visits to significant Cypriot cultural sites, and interaction with Cypriot performers

Highlights

* Shadowing a THOC production of a new translation of ELEKTRA. Students will watch Israeli director Hanaan Snir (who is also script adaptor) at work with Cypriot professional actors in rehearsal.
* Improve workshops with Cypriots, taught by James Bailey of Comedy Sportz LA.
* Attending performances of the International festival of Ancient Greek Drama in Cyprus in ancient sites.
* This is a renowned festival that draws productions from all over the world to perform in Cyprus.
* Tours to ancient archeological sites, including three ancient theatres that have been restored.
* Beach trips to the Mediterranean sea!

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

• Theater
• Theater, Drama, Dance

Cost in US$:

Please contact Marquette

Program Fees Include:

The program fee includes housing/hotel accommodation, academic fees, field trips, airfare, meals, arrival, departure transfers between the airport and hotel in Cyprus, and sickness/accident and emergency medical evacuation insurance. Students must submit their passport to OIE five weeks before the departure date.

Experience Required

yes

Minimum sophmore standing; 2.5 GPA

This Program is open to

American and Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Other

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

10 - 14 days

Marquette University's Mission Statement

Marquette University is a Catholic, Jesuit university dedicated to serving God by serving our students and contributing to the advancement of knowledge. Our mission, therefore, is the search for truth, the discovery and sharing of knowledge, the fostering of personal and professional excellence, the promotion of a life of faith, and the development of leadership expressed in service to others. All this we pursue for the greater glory of God and the common benefit of the human community.

Year Founded

1881