HON 410 - Antigone and I

This course is structured as a series of seminars and takes both a theoretical and a practical approach to Antigone. Sophocles’ masterpiece will be the vehicle to embark on a journey of personal discovery and empowerment the basis of which is Socrates’ famous quotation, “All I know is that I know nothing.” In today’s changing world, it is more vital than ever that both young artists and individuals build emerging voices that are strong, critical, inspiring, and confident. Antigone and I aims for students to achieve just this as they become more familiar with a holistic process that is not just plainly intellectual, but one that evokes the senses, emotions, and instincts that will aid in a meaningfully exploration of the inner connections in the play. And then, when the understanding of the play increases, to bring the insight gained so as to not only live authentically but also to bring that understanding to personal creative expression be it through acting, writing, telling a story, or directing a play or a film. In addition to its focus on strengthening students’ ability to analyze Antigone and interpret it in the light of past, present and possible future criticism, the course will also assist in helping students develop their awareness of the political dimension within an artistic work and the power of the message within it. Above all, students will gain not only a powerful insight and understanding of the Sophocles’ play but also attain both the theoretical and practical tools to become wise observers, inspiring thinkers, fulfilled artists and successful professionals. Letter grade. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits