Theatre Translation (6 credits)
This course aims to establish for students a strong foundation in the theory and practice of translation for the stage, with a particular emphasis on plays and musicals. Learners will be introduced to theories related to translation and performance, and different types of theatre translation across a diverse range of cultures. Works discussed will involve languages such as English, Chinese, Japanese and French, as well as dialects like Cantonese and Taiwanese, although proficiency in languages other than English and Chinese is not required. Students will be guided to foster critical thinking about what it means to translate across languages, cultures and performance traditions. Through practical experimentation, they will discover their own approaches to tackle the complexities of theatre translation. They will also enhance their translation skills by creating a translation portfolio (from English to Chinese or vice versa).
Assessment: 100% coursework