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2019/20 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
ARAB3050 Arab Drama on Stage and Screen
20 creditsClass Size: 15
Module manager: Dr Sameh Hanna
Email: s.hanna@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2019/20
Pre-requisite qualifications
Having completed levels 1 and 2Module replaces
ARAB3001 Arab CinemaThis module is approved as a discovery module
Module summary
This module offers an in-depth knowledge of modern Arabic drama. Through examining representative dramatic texts and films from different Arab countries, the module looks into the linguistic, cultural and socio-political dynamics that both motivated and resulted from their production.Objectives
The main objective of this module is to examine modern Arab drama on both the stage and screen. Looking at representative theatre texts and films from different Arab countries, this module explores the artistic and socio-political dynamics of dramatizing Arab realities in the theatre and film industries. Through lectures, seminars and individual/group presentations, students will gain a thorough understanding of Arab theatre and cinema, as well as the social and cultural issues involved in their production and reception.Learning outcomes
On completion of this module, students will have acquired the ability to:
- Appreciate the meanings of Arabic dramatic texts and films within their social, cultural and political contexts;
- Develop conceptual tools for understanding, researching and critically reflecting on these cultural products;
- Develop presentation and communication skills in Arabic.
- Develop essay writing and time management skills.
Skills outcomes
- Critical thinking
- Comprehending, contextualising and critiquing plays and films representing various dramatic trends and different Arab countries.
- Communication and presentation skills.
Syllabus
The syllabus of this module will explore the following plays and films:
Modern Arab drama: the challenges of a new artistic genre.
1. Early efforts of theatre production: translation, adaptation, Arabization and Egyptianization of foreign dramatic texts.
2. King Oedipus by Tawfik Al-Hakim
3. Strangers Don't Drink Coffee by Mahmud Diyab
4. That's Life, by Mamduh 'Udwan
5. The Zanj Revolution, by 'Izz Al-Din Al-Madani
Introducing Arab Cinema
1. Yacoubian Building, by Marwan Hamid
2. Silences of the Palace, by Moufida Tlatli
3. Rachida, by Yamina Bachir.
4. West Beirut, by Ziad Doueiri
5. A New Day in Old San'a, by Bin Hirsi
6. Four Women of Egypt, by Tahani Rached.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 21 | 1.00 | 21.00 |
Seminar | 10 | 1.00 | 10.00 |
Private study hours | 169.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 31.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 |
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
- Written / oral assignments- Designated feedback sessions (one per semester)
- Student questionnaires/surveys
- Personal tutee appointments
- Office hours
Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Essay | 3000 word | 50.00 |
Poster Presentation | 10 - 15 Minutes | 10.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 60.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 2 hr | 40.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 40.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 24/04/2018
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