IN TRANSLATION: THE DRAMA OF HENRIK IBSEN

LITTRANS/THEATRE 335

Course Description

Often considered "the father of modern drama," the Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen (1828-1906) is a major figure of world literature whose dramatic works remain fascinating and globally influential, both as texts and through performance and adaptation. Read and discuss Ibsen in English translation, with a focus on Ibsen's historical contexts, dramatic techniques, social and political thought, and the reception and adaptation of his work in modern culture.

Prerequisties

Junior standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average

-35.83% from Historical

Completion Rate

100%

3.45% from Historical

A Rate

50%

50% from Historical

Class Size

-53.33% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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