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Politics and theater go hand-in-hand. The 39th video in the Crash Course Theater and Drama series introduces plays from the futurist and constructivist movements, including works from an Italian fascist. A summary of "The Storming of the Winter Palace" also appears.
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Instructional Ideas
- Challenge learners to use Martinetti's style to condense classic plays into shorter playlets
- Ask class members to craft a short play that comment on a current political situation
Classroom Considerations
- Focuses mainly on Italian and Russian theater
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Brings in humor and absurd facts to help increase engagement
- Makes a connection to world history
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