Course code CPM100
Name of the course Estonian Theatre and Performing Arts
Languages of instruction English
Specification Compulsory course for all international CPPM students
Teaching staff Madli Pesti
Responsible staff member Jüri Nael

Grading or pass/fail examinations pass/fail
Semester spring
Total ECTS 3 ECTS
Total amount 40.0 academic hours

Course aims

The course aims to:
1) Provide students with an historical overview of Estonian theatre and performance;
2) Provide students with on overview of current topical issues and aesthetic choices of Estonian theatre and performance;
3) Discuss the performances currently in the repertoire and analyse them in both the Estonian and the international context.


Learning outcomes

Students who have passed the course will:
1) Understand the historical development of Estonian theatre and performance;
2) Undestand in the current state of Estonian theatre and performance;
3) Know the functioning of various performing arts institutions, the theatre system and the educational system of Estonia;
4) Develop their analytical skills in discussing contemporary performance.