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Class experience
First we will discuss the -isms present in our world (racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia), in order to have a good working definition. Using Google slides, I will present and we will discuss problematic issues with race and gender in the Star Wars saga, beginning with the original 1977 trilogy. 1) The “Dark Side” of the Force vs the “Light Side“ - compare to “The Doll Test” 2) Lando Calrissian: Lack of racial diversity In original characters. Only black character in first trilogy....
Dr. Jessica Gray studied race, gender and performance for in graduate school. For several years Dr. Gray worked with high-risk youth who were dealing with teen pregnancy, substance abuse, and significant health issues, among other challenges at an alternative high school, and she also taught at the middle school level in urban charter schools with very diverse racial populations. She has specific training in anti-oppression and multicultural program development and passionately applies it to her teaching.
Racism and sexism are difficult topics for adults to broach, especially in fandoms we love. But we MUST have these challenging conversations if our world is ever going to change, and it is through these types of stories that we can best understand some of these incredibly intense concepts. We will talk about hatred and bigotry. We will not go into detail about hate crimes, and I will not show graphic violence. I will do my best to make sure all curse words are muted or “bleeped” out, but some may get through in a speech or source.
For over fifteen years, I have created and directed innovative programs that incorporate literature and pop culture into educational experiences through The Imaginorium, where I am Artistic & Education Director. Theatre, art, science, cosplay,...
Group Class
$20
per classMeets once
120 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages 12-16
3-10 learners per class