Fall and spring semesters, subject to enrollment

The theater has been a venue for social and political commentary since at least Sophocles.  In this class, we read 13 full-length modern (post-1880) plays in 15 weeks, diving into each play's literary and historical context and reflecting on how each playwright crafts a work that both entertains and prods readers and audiences into thinking more deeply about the issues that surround them.  

Because of the pace and content, this high school literature class is for avid readers ages 13 and up.  Many students choose "The Play's the Thing" as a creative, robust, intellectually engaging post-AP English class.  

Optional end-of-semester writing project for those who want more experiencing with literary essays.

Class designed with gifted learners in mind: fast pace, high input, relatively low output.  For students who want to dig deep, not just check a box.