Access courses

Play Course

What will I learn?

Unlock the secrets of theatre with our Play Course: Namibian Edition, designed for theatre professionals keen to deepen their craft. Dive into the intricacies of play structure, character development, and dialogue. Explore historical and cultural contexts, with a special focus on Namibian and African influences, and learn to analyse classic plays with precision. Gain insights into themes, symbolism, and language style. This high-quality, practice-focused course empowers you to compile and present compelling analyses, enhancing your storytelling and performance skills specifically relevant to the Namibian context. Enroll now to elevate your theatrical expertise, the Namibian way.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online course with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you wish to study
Customize your course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet connection required

Develop skills

Enhance the growth of the practical skills listed below

Analyse plays: Master the art of dissecting themes and messages in scripts, with a Namibian perspective.

Contextualise theatre: Understand historical and cultural influences on plays, particularly Namibian and African theatre.

Develop characters: Craft compelling character arcs and motivations rooted in believable Namibian experiences.

Enhance dialogue: Refine language style, tone, and characterisation using Namibian English and local expressions.

Structure analysis: Organise and present coherent theatrical insights applicable to staging and performance in Namibia.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can modify the chapters and the workload.

  • Select which chapter to commence with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can include

You’ll be able to generate additional chapters similar to the examples below

This is a free course focused on personal and professional growth. It does not equate to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate qualification, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.