English 90ah. Asian American Theater and Performance

Instructor: Ju Yon Kim
Tuesday, 12:45-2:45pm | Location: TBD
Enrollment: Limited to 15 students

This seminar will explore Asian American theater and performance, including drama, musicals, and experimental performances. We will examine how Asian American artists have responded to popular images of Asian immigrants and cultures; how Asian American theater companies have cultivated and expanded our understanding of American theater and Asian American identity; and how artists and productions have engaged with historical events and contemporary issues. The class will include a visit to the Harvard Theatre Collection, a group trip to see a local performance, and guest speakers. There is no prerequisite for this course and all students are welcome to enroll.

This course satisfies the “1900-2000 Guided Elective" requirement for English concentrators and Secondary Field students.