Cultural Odyssey: Classics reimagined through the lens of pop culture

Spring 2024

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Course Description

Course Description: Embark on a captivating journey through the realms of classical art, literature, and mythology in this course designed to explore their dynamic reception within the vibrant and diverse landscapes of contemporary pop culture. The program delves into the fascinating intersections between the theories of classical reception proposed by Hardwick and Garcia-Jurado, pop culture, and the classics themselves. Participants will engage in insightful discussions and analyses of various sources, including, but not limited to comics, movies and TV series. The course aims to outline how the contemporary world reshapes and adapts classical themes. By the end of the program, students will gain valuable insights into theoretical frameworks and analytical tools necessary to appreciate the nuanced relationship between classical and pop cultural expressions Level: This course welcomes enthusiasts of classical and pop culture, high school students, educators, and those intrigued by the evolving connection between classical tradition and popular culture Textbook: Instructor will provide materials Prerequisites: No specific academic or classical background is required, nor is knowledge of Latin or Classical Greek necessary. We encourage a curiosity about the interplay between classical and pop culture

Details

  • Semester: Spring 2024
  • Day: Sunday
  • Time: 9:00 PM ET
  • Duration: 60 minutes per session

Tuition

$250 per course

Availability

5 spots remaining out of 5

Cancellation Policy

Telepaideia tuition is non-refundable. However, if you need to cancel your enrollment or withdraw from your class, you may be eligible for a 50% credit to be used toward a future Telepaideia course. In order to be eligible for this credit, you must notify info@paideiainstitute.org of your withdrawal before the second class meeting has taken place.