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Poltergeist, problem or possibility? Curriculum drama in the Republic of Ireland.

Authors :
Finneran, Michael
Source :
Research in Drama Education; Feb2016, Vol. 21 Issue 1, p108-125, 18p
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

Drama in Irish education is an enigmatic proposition, more observable in its absence than in its presence. This is at odds with the prominent status drama and theatre occupy in Irish society and cultural life. This article positions drama within the curriculums of the formal education system, contextualises the historical place and contemporary development of drama as a curricular subject and offers a critical analysis of the current primary drama curriculum. It also discusses the reasons behind the ongoing absence of drama from the secondary curriculum. It concludes by arguing that a para-aesthetic understanding of drama can help avoid a continued negative space in Irish drama education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
13569783
Volume :
21
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Research in Drama Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
113740827
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/13569783.2015.1127144