STRA-5515: THEODRAMATICS Hans Urs von Balthasar began a new chapter in theological reflection with his magesterial five volume work known as "Theo-Drama". In this work von Balthasar mined the riches of dramatic theory and related them to the doctrine of the Trinity, the Last Things, and the Incarnation. This course intends to use explore von Balthasar's reflections and also apply them in engaging theological themes found explicitly and implicitly in many films and plays. As such, this course is geared to advanced MA and doctoral students interested in getting the philosophical, theological, and dramatic theory necessary to relate film, theater and theology in a rich and meaningful way. This course will include much of von Balthasar's material, introductory materials on tragedy and philosophy, and films. Evaluation will consist of participation, a research paper, and a class presentation. [12 max enrollment; PIN code required; Auditors excluded]