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Beat the winter blues, learn Italian with us! 
Vita Romana: Life in Ancient Rome
What did it mean to be Roman two thousand years ago? This course explores beyond emperors, coups, and battles to consider the lived experiences that shaped daily life in the ancient world. Using both written sources and archaeological evidence, we will uncover how Romans grew up, worked, played, aged, and commemorated the milestones of life and death. Designed for newcomers and history enthusiasts alike, this course offers a window into the everyday world of ancient Rome.
Each session will end with 30 minutes for coffee and discussion. This is a relaxed space to ask questions, delve into your favourite topics, or simply enjoy chatting about Rome with others who share a passion for history.
(The language of instruction for this course is English.)
Instructor:
Saskia Herren is an expert in Latin language and literature who has taught and tutored courses in Roman history and religion, Latin, and Ancient Greek language at the University of Auckland. In 2020, Saskia was the Provost Scholar at Worcester College in Oxford where she researched Latin magical texts. Her research explores representations of gender and power in Greek and Latin literature.
Class Schedule:
Class 1, 6 June, 2-3:30pm: Who and what is Roman? + Roman Childhood
Class 2, 13 June, 2-3:30pm: Roman Work
Class 3, 20 June, 2-3:30pm: Roman Play
Dante Rooms, Freemans Bay Community Centre, Freemans Bay (entrance in Pratt St.).
The lessons will last an hour and a half (including 30 minutes of discussion and coffee). The full course will cost 80$, but you can also attend individual lessons for 30$.
The course will start in June and will take place on Saturday.
To enrol email info@dante.org.nz
Payment can be made online (a/c 02-0192-0309263-00)
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Quattro lezioni interattive di scrittura creativa in italiano per studenti di livello intermedio-avanzato. Attraverso la lettura di testi letterari e attività coinvolgenti di storytelling, scopriremo e sperimenteremo l'arte della narrazione in un'atmosfera di collaborazione e apprendimento. Questo speciale corso è realizzato grazie al generoso contributo della Società Dante Alighieri - Sede Centrale, Roma.
Dal 26 luglio al 16 agosto 2024
Il venerdì dalle 15.00 alle 18.00
(4 lezioni)
Per Info e Iscrizioni:
barbara.martelli@auckland.ac.nz
info@dante.org.nz
Costo per le 4 lezioni: $100
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Unisciti a noi per un ciclo di quattro lezioni di scrittura creativa, pensate per chi impara l'italiano a un livello intermedio-avanzato.
In questo laboratorio ci immergeremo nell'universo delle storie italiane attraverso la lettura di testi letterari. Guidati da coinvolgenti attività di storytelling, scopriremo e sperimenteremo l'arte della narrazione.
Ogni lezione sarà un'opportunità per analizzare e mettere in pratica gli elementi chiave del meccanismo narrativo, lasciando ampio spazio alla creatività e alla scrittura individuale.
L'Italia non sarà solo lo sfondo letterario ma diventerà lo scenario meraviglioso dove insieme daremo vita alle nostre storie.
Infine, un finale sorprendente chiuderà in bellezza il nostro percorso.
Un'opportunità preziosa per imparare, condividere e celebrare la lingua italiana e la magia delle storie in un'atmosfera di collaborazione e apprendimento.
English
Join us for a series of four creative writing classes in Italian, tailored for intermediate to advanced learners.
In these sessions, we will immerse ourselves in the universe of Italian stories through the reading of literary texts. Guided by engaging storytelling activities, we will explore and experiment with the art of narration.
Each class will offer a chance to analyse and put into practice the key elements of the narrative process, while allowing ample room for creativity and individual writing.
Italy won't merely serve as a literary background but will become the marvellous setting where, together, we will breathe life into our tales.
A surprising finale will beautifully conclude our journey.
This is a precious opportunity to learn, share, and celebrate the Italian language and the magic of stories in an atmosphere of collaboration and learning.
This special course is generously funded by the Società Dante Alighieri - Sede Centrale, Rome.
