Icons, Legends, & Myths in Latin American, Latino and/or Iberian Cultures (210-0-1)
Instructors
Francisco Miguel Caballero Vazquez
Meeting Info
Kresge Centennial Hall 2-420: Tues, Thurs 9:30AM - 10:50AM
Overview of class
In this version of Spanish 210 we will focus on queer icons of the 20th and 21st century, which became so based on their work in different artistic and political realms: literature, visual arts, performance art, cabaret, television, activism, and cinema among others. We will discuss several queer theories produced in Spain in the context of other international authors of queer thought, to explore the evolving notion of queerness, to historicize it, and to examine what makes particular figures an icon, a referent, or an influencer. We will also study a rich archive of queer artists and public personalities, from which students will pick one to do research. Methodological tools will be provided to analyze a wide range of artistic and activist manifestations. This course may include visits to local museums and galleries to attend exhibitions of queer art and history.
Registration Requirements
Prerequisite: 204 or AP 5
Learning Objectives
- Critical thinking about popular icons, referents, influencers
- Critical thinking about queer theory
- Some analytical tools to analyze literature, visual arts, performance
- Improve Spanish skills in writing, reading, and class discussion
Class Attributes
Literature & Fine Arts Distro Area
Attendance at 1st class mandatory
Prerequisites apply, see description