In this course we analyze, interpret, adapt, and perform a variety of Italian texts, both dramatic and comedic. Students will gain a deeper appreciation for the power of the spoken word, and a deeper understanding of the creative process and the inner life of a character from page to stage, while learning about the socio-political dimensions of these texts. Emphasis on oral expression, pronunciation, enunciation, and memorization will further students’ self-confidence in speaking. A unique collaborative experience, a journey of self-discovery, and a reflection on the ambiguities of life.