MUS374 The Broadway Musical (20 credits)

Year Running: 2019/2020

Credit level: F6

Pre Uni Qualification		A-level Music advisable; musical literacy essential
Additional Information		Restricted to students in the Department of Music. Limited to 30 students

Description

This module addresses the development of the Broadway musical, focusing on leading figures and critical issues. It looks at shows such as My Fair Lady and Oklahoma!, examines aspects of identity such as race and sexuality, and unpacks the collaborative nature of the genre. Alongside lectures on set works, you will pursue an individual project on a topic of your own choice, allowing freedom to identify with the work being studied.

Reading List

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type	Hours
Independent	178.0
Lecture	20.0
Seminar	1.0
Tutorial	1.0

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type	Duration	% of formal assessment	Semester
Course Work	0.0	100 %	S2

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2024-25.