Academic Calendar - 2024

Western University Academic Calendar. - 2024
Western Main Campus

Anthropology 2250A/B

VERBAL ART, PERFORMANCE AND SPEECH PLAY


This course examines the artful and playful use of spoken language in relation to social organization and cultural practices. Topics include: structures and patterns in speech play, participation of the audience in the performance, evaluation of competence, issues of authenticity and identity, and the tension between tradition and innovation.

Antirequisite(s): The former Anthropology 2250F/G.

Extra Information: 3 hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
Breadth: CATEGORY A i  
Subject Code: ANTHRO

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