Writing the Adaptation (365-0-20)

Instructors

Erin Courtney

Meeting Info

Annie May Swift Hall 219: Tues 12:00PM - 2:50PM

Overview of class

Adaptation is transformation whether it's a modernized Greek tragedy written for the stage, a graphic novel turned into a musical, or a film based on a book. Taking a well-known text/story and exploring it through a contemporary lens or re-imagining it in a new medium creates a multi-layered experience for the viewer. We will practice analytical skills by deconstructing different forms of adaptation through assigned readings, film and tv viewings, class discussions and in-class writing exercises. Each student will write a thirty minute adaptation for stage, TV or film which will be workshopped in class.

Class Materials (Required)

All reading and viewing materials will be provided as links or pdfs on CANVAS.

Class Attributes

SoC Humanities and Fine Arts Distro

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Undergraduate students must have completed RTVF 260-0 in order to register for this course (concurrent registration is not allowed). Writing: MFA or Documentary Media: MFA students may register for this course.