Corso di laurea in DAMS
Discipline delle Arti, della Musica e dello Spettacolo

The aim of the course is to introduce students to the main junctions in the history of theatre within the framework of a reasoning that also highlights the links with other forms of artistic expression and with the more general historical changes in the context. Particular attention will be paid to the issues and themes of the contemporary scene.

At the end of the course, students should be able to critically frame the developments in the history of the performing arts, being able to identify and discuss the most significant junctures. In particular, they will have to show that they have knowledge and understanding of the basic notions in the field of theatre history and the artistic languages addressed, possess the ability to apply their knowledge and understanding of the phenomena studied, attain an autonomy of critical judgement, appropriately formulate the evaluations gained during their studies (i.e. have communication skills), and demonstrate the ability to learn, i.e. to be able to pursue research in the field of theatrical disciplines independently.

The course is divided into two parts. A first that critically tackles, proceeding for example, the main junctions in the history of theater, from antiquity to the nineteenth century, trying to highlight the links between what is discussed in class and contemporaneity. A second that focuses on the evolution of the language of the scene in the twentieth century, with particular attention to the developments of the most recent theater, exemplifying and deepening the figure of one of the greatest artists of the second half of the twentieth century, Carmelo Bene. During the lessons there will be moments of meeting and discussion with significant figures of contemporary theater.

The course consists of 72 hours of lectures and is held in presence according to the timetable at the bottom of this page. Specific materials will be published on the Moodle platform for students who cannot attend the lectures. Classroom attendance is strongly recommended.

Verification of the achievement of the learning outcomes will take place through an oral examination lasting approximately 20-30 minutes. The interview is based on the examination materials indicated on this page, during which the ability to critically reason about the study carried out and exposition will be assessed. The grade will be expressed in thirtieths.

DSA students are requested to contact the lecturer during office hours to define compensatory tools and individualised treatment.

For students with disabilities or DSA, please consult the following pages: (disability) https://www.unito.it/servizi/lo-studio/studenti-e-studentesse-con-disabilita; (DSA):https://www.unito.it/servizi/lo-studio/studenti-e-studentesse-con-disturbi-specifici-di-apprendimento-dsa/supporto

a) M. Cambiaghi-A. Egidio-I. Innamorati-A. Sapienza, Storia del teatro. Scena e spettacolo in Occidente, Torino, Pearson, 2020

b) Dispense sulla storia del teatro italiano a cura del docente reperibili sulla piattaforma Moodle a partire dall'inizio del corso.

c) A. Petrini, Carmelo Bene, Roma, Carocci, 2021

d) Sofocle, Edipo Re - Machiavelli, Mandragola - Molière, L'avaro - Shakespeare, Amleto - Calderon de la Barca, La vita è sogno - Goldoni, La locandiera - Alfieri, Saul - Ibsen, Casa di bambola - Pirandello, Il giuoco delle parti, Sei personaggi in cerca d'autore - Beckett, Aspettando Godot, Finale di partita.

e) During the course, excerpts from theatrical productions will be screened and commented on as part of the examination programme. Specific materials used during the lectures will be published on the Moodle platform.

THE COURSE WILL BEGIN ON MONDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 2023 AT THE TIME LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE

IT IS RECOMMENDED TO REGISTER FOR THE COURSE (at the bottom of this page: "Register for the course"), SO THAT THE TEACHER CAN DIRECTLY AND TIMELY COMMUNICATE TO THE STUDENTS THE QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE ORGANIZATION OF THE LESSONS