Chico State Medieval and Renaissance Studies UK Trip 2019

"Our London Program allows students to experience art – visual, architectural, and theatrical – in person. Our collaborative teaching model allows students to situate art into a long historical and cultural context. The sites that we’ll visit are a palimpsest of Britain’s long and storied history, and we can combine our areas of expertise in compelling and thought-provoking ways that will give our students a rich experience. For example, part of our trip will be to York to see the original site of the York Mystery Plays, a cycle of 48 plays covering biblical history from Creation to the Last Judgment. Professor Kelly will teach students about the literary history of the cycle plays and their influence on later drama, up to and including Shakespeare; Professor Mittman will teach students about the art and architecture of the Gothic cathedral that served and serves as the backdrop for the performances. During the London Program, students will earn 6 credit hours for two independent yet intertwined courses." Dr. Asa Mittman