Introduction to Drama in Yoruba
- Arts
- 300 level
- 2 credit units
- 130 pages
- 1 units
This course introduces students to the concept of drama in Yoruba language and culture. It surveys early attempts at play writing and acting, exploring the influence of traditional and folk drama. The course also provides an appraisal of written plays, examining their characteristics and classifications. Students will analyze the use of language, literary devices, and theatrical elements in Yoruba drama.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 130 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
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YOR361 · YOR361
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course covers the concept of drama in Yoruba; a survey of early attempts at play writing and play acting, the influence of traditional and folk drama, and an appraisal of the written plays.
What you should be able to do
- Define key concepts and terminology related to Yoruba drama.
- Classify different types of Yoruba drama.
- Analyze the characteristics of traditional and modern Yoruba theatre.
- Evaluate the influence of traditional forms on contemporary Yoruba drama.
- Discuss the contributions of prominent Yoruba playwrights and performers.
What it prepares you for
- Actor
- Playwright
- Director
- Cultural Officer
- Teacher
- Theatre
- Film
- Television
- Education
- Cultural preservation
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: ÌFÁÀRÀ GBOGBOGBÒÒ
Unit 1: Èdè Ìperí
The unit introduces complex terminology and requires understanding of both Yoruba and English drama concepts.
- Module 3: ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÒDE-ÒNÍ
Unit 1: Eré onílànà Ogunde: Orúkọ, ìgbéǹde àti ìdàgbàsókè
This unit requires understanding of the historical context and the evolution of Yoruba drama.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 40 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: ÌFÁÀRÀ GBOGBOGBÒÒ
Unit 1: Èdè Ìperí · 2 hours
Read the introduction to the course and understand the objectives.. Define key terms like eré-oníṣe, eré-onítàn, and tíátà.. Identify different types of Yoruba eré and their characteristics..
Unit 2: Ìpínsísọ̀rí gbogbogbòò fún eré-oníṣe Yorùbá · 2 hours
Examine the nuances in the translation of drama, play, and theatre into Yoruba.. Analyze the relationship between eré-oníṣe as literature and as theatre.. Complete the self-assessment exercises to reinforce understanding..
- Week 2Module 1: ÌFÁÀRÀ GBOGBOGBÒÒ
Unit 3: Àbùdá eré-oníṣe gẹ́gẹ́ bí i tíátà (ìṣeré) · 3 hours
Explore the characteristics of eré-oníṣe as a form of theatre.. Identify and explain the key elements of theatre: Ìsínjẹ, Aṣèsínjẹ, Òǹwòran, Ibi ìṣeré, Aṣọ-eré, Ìbòjú, Orin, Ìṣàré, Ìlù àti Ijó.. Relate the elements to examples from Yoruba eré..
- Week 3Module 1: ÌFÁÀRÀ GBOGBOGBÒÒ
Unit 4: Àbùdá eré-oníṣe gẹ́gẹ́ bí i lítíréṣọ̀ · 3 hours
Examine the characteristics of eré-oníṣe as literature.. Understand the literary elements: Kókó ọ̀rọ̀, Ẹ̀dá ìtàn, Àhunpọ̀ ìtàn, Ìsọ̀rọ̀ǹgbèsì, Ìlò èdè.. Analyze the differences between eré-oníṣe as theatre and as literature..
- Week 4Module 2: ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÀBÁLÁYÉ
Unit 1: Ǹjẹ́ eré-oníṣe ni òdún ìbílẹ̀? · 3 hours
Explore the debate on whether ọdún ìbílẹ̀ constitutes eré-oníṣe.. Compare different perspectives and arguments.. Formulate your own opinion with supporting evidence..
- Week 5Module 2: ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÀBÁLÁYÉ
Unit 2: Ìpínsísọ̀rí Àti Ìṣàmúlò Ọdún Ìbílẹ̀ Yorùbá · 3 hours
Classify ọdún ìbílẹ̀ based on their functions and characteristics.. Understand the different categories: Ajẹmọ́ tàn Ìṣẹ̀ lẹ̀ gidi, Ìkórè Oko, Ọba, Ajẹmórò Ìlàkọja.. Identify the problems in classifying ọdún ìbílẹ̀..
- Week 6Module 2: ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÀBÁLÁYÉ
Unit 3: Eégún Aláré: Orúkọ, Ìgbéǹde àti Ìdàgbàsókè · 3 hours
Trace the origin, development, and significance of Eégún Aláré.. Understand the different perspectives on its history.. Analyze the role of Olúgbẹ̀ẹ́ Àgan in Eégún Aláré..
- Week 7Module 2: ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÀBÁLÁYÉ
Unit 4: Ìṣeré Eégún Aláré · 3 hours
Explore the performance aspects of Eégún Aláré.. Understand the roles of different performers: Onílù, Olórin, Olókìtì, Apidán.. Analyze the preparation and steps involved in an Eégún Aláré performance..
- Week 8Module 2: ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÀBÁLÁYÉ
Unit 5: Oríṣìíríṣìí Eré Eégún Aláré · 3 hours
Classify the different types of eré performed by Eégún Aláré.. Understand the characteristics of each type: Ajẹmórìṣà, Ajẹmẹ́ranko, Ajẹmẹ́ni-òrìṣà, Ajẹmájèjì, Ajẹmọ́wà-ìbàjẹ́, Ajẹmọ́ṣẹ̀ lẹ̀ pàtàkì-pàtàkì, Ajẹmọ́ ìtàn-ṣẹ̀ lẹ̀-gidi, Àparelé.. Analyze the purpose and significance of each type of eré..
- Week 9Module 3: ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÒDE-ÒNÍ
Unit 1: Eré onílànà Ogunde: Orúkọ, ìgbéǹde àti ìdàgbàsókè · 3 hours
Trace the origin, development, and significance of Eré onílànà Ogunde.. Understand the different perspectives on its history.. Analyze the various names given to this dramatic form..
- Week 10Module 3: ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÒDE-ÒNÍ
Unit 2: Àbùdá ìṣeré onílànà Ogunde: Ajẹmọ́ṣeré àti ajẹmọ́ lítíréṣọ̀ · 3 hours
Explore the performance aspects of Eré onílànà Ogunde.. Understand the characteristics of each type: Òṣèré, Ìpolongo eré, Ibi ìṣeré, Ìgbéréká, Àkójọ eré.. Analyze the literary aspects of Eré onílànà Ogunde..
- Week 11Module 3: ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÒDE-ÒNÍ
Unit 3: Ìpínsísọ̀rí eré-oníṣe onílànà Ogunde · 3 hours
Classify the different types of eré performed by Eré onílànà Ogunde.. Understand the characteristics of each type: Eré adálérí ìtàn Bíbélì, Eré adálérí lítíréṣọ̀ mìíràn, Eré adálérí ìṣẹ̀ lẹ̀ ojoojúmọ́, Eré-oníṣe adálérí ìtàn Yorùbá.. Analyze the purpose and significance of each type of eré..
- Week 12Module 3: ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÒDE-ÒNÍ
Unit 4: Ìgbéǹde àti ìdàgbàsókè eré-oníṣe àpilẹ̀kọ Yorùbá · 3 hours
Trace the origin, development, and significance of Eré-oníṣe àpilẹ̀kọ Yorùbá.. Understand the different perspectives on its history.. Analyze the Akitiyan ìbẹ̀rẹ̀, Ìgbìyànjú àkọ́kọ́, Ìbẹ̀rẹ̀ gan-an-gan..
- Week 13Module 3: ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÒDE-ÒNÍ
Unit 6: Ìjẹyọ eré-oníṣe àbáláyé nínú tòde òní · 3 hours
Explore the influence of traditional Yoruba eré-oníṣe on contemporary forms.. Understand the different ways in which traditional elements are incorporated.. Analyze the impact of traditional elements on modern Yoruba drama..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a timeline of key events in the development of Yoruba drama.
- Develop flashcards for key terms and concepts.
- Compare and contrast the characteristics of traditional and modern Yoruba theatre.
- Analyze the themes and messages in selected Yoruba plays.
- Practice essay questions on the influence of traditional forms on contemporary drama.
Questions students ask about this course
What is YOR361 about?
This course introduces students to the concept of drama in Yoruba language and culture. It surveys early attempts at play writing and acting, exploring the influence of traditional and folk drama. The course also provides an appraisal of written plays, examining their characteristics and classifications. Students will analyze the use of language, literary devices, and theatrical elements in Yoruba drama.
How many units does YOR361 have?
YOR361, Introduction to Drama in Yoruba, has 1 unit across 1 module, over 130 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is YOR361?
YOR361 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Arts.
Is YOR361 hard?
YOR361 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does YOR361 take to study?
About 130 hours of study, spread across its 1 units.
How is YOR361 assessed?
YOR361 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with YOR361?
Actor, Playwright, Director, Cultural Officer and Teacher.