Intro to Literature: Poetry and Drama

This course offers students an introduction to the study of literature through the genres of poetry and drama. In this course, students will study poetry, drama, and performance while learning the foundational skills and critical vocabulary required for literary analysis and academic writing more broadly. Students will read texts by a diverse range of authors from a range of literary periods and cultures, exploring the relationship between literature and its historical and cultural contexts. Students will also have the opportunity to attend local theatre productions and explore the technical aspects of theatre. The course emphasizes reading, research, and writing.