Terrorism and Contemporary Theater

3 credits · Undergraduate

Religious and ideological terrorism in Francophone contemporary theater (North African and Middle-Eastern dramaturges). Theatrical nature of terrorism; spectacle as predominant motif; analysis of theatrical mise-en-scene. Cult of martyrdom; notions of sacrifice, shame, duty and honor through recent historical events. Prerequisite: FREN 2202, or FREN 2501W prior to Spring 2026. [3] (INT) (CORE LA)