Uncle Vanya Lesson Plan

Realist Theater

Kind of Activity:

Group Discussion

Objective:

Students will learn about the basics of Realism in theater history and apply this knowledge to the text.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.2, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.7

Structure:

Students should watch the following videos briefly explaining the concept and history of realism in theaters

1) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMVnscTctqI
2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDIvfEJ59XY

As a class, discuss the following questions:

- How can we see Uncle Vanya as a Realist text? Give examples. Consider plot, characters, dialogue, etc.
- Which value systems do Vanya, Sonya, Astrov, Helena and/or...