Jan Stirm                                                       Office Hours: MW 11-12, TR 3:15-4

English 277 Drama                                      Office: Hibbard 404; phone 715-836-3016

Fall 2000; MWF 1-1:50   HHH 307               Email: JStirm@uwec.edu  

Reading:  We'll be doing a ton of reading; I usually figure about 3 hours of outside work per hour of in-class work, but your time will probably vary.  You must keep up with the reading, attend class regularly and participate in discussions.  You should also plan on seeing me in office hours to discuss your questions and writing assignments.  My office hours are listed above, but feel free to check my office at other times or email me so that I can get back to you.

Notes:  You should take reading notes for every text we read, and you should read the introductory material for each play.  Try to read where you have ready access to a decent dictionary; when you run across a word you don't know (and which isn't glossed in the text), look it up and write a short definition in the margin next to the word.  As I read, I make short notes about things that interest me, including the page (or line numbers); I usually write down plot bits, moments of repetition, and passages which seem important, as well as things I really just like.  At the end of my first reading of a scene or act, I write a short summary of the material, including a list of characters with some identifying notes, the plot or argument, and any special action I think is important.  I also make a special point of writing questions I have about the work.   This goes double when I read theory or criticism.

Class Attendance and Contribution:  Absolutely required.  Make sure you come to every class with your reading notes and questions.  You will need to finish the assigned reading by the day we begin discussion in class. 

Play Attendance: During the course of the semester, you will need to see one play live (and to write a review of it for the class–see below).  You may see one of the campus plays (listed below; prices are quite modest) or a play produced elsewhere.  If this requirement poses financial difficulties for you, please see me privately.  

Students with Disabilities:   The University of Wisconsin‑Eau Claire is committed to providing equal educational opportunity for all students. The students with disabilities on our campus are offered a variety of services to ensure that both facilities and programs are accessible.   For more information, contact Services for Students with Disabilities (715-836-4542).  SSD helps faculty and students arrange appropriate accommodations for test-taking, etc.

Percentage                Assignment (see Essay Assignment Sheet)

10                                                        Quizzes

15                                                        Review

15                                                        Scene/Character Analysis

15                                                        Scene Production (Group Paper)

20                                                        Midterm

25                                                        Final