Do you like to play? Then, you are not alone! Artists across all media and backgrounds have long embraced play and games in their work. Some philosophers have even theorized that play is not simply a leisure activity but a fundamental and universal force that is the primary condition for creating culture. In this seminar class, we’ll explore the origins of games and play as an expansive form of human expression shared across cultures and continents, placing a special emphasis on play as an experimental, artistic form practiced well-beyond a commercial context. Surveying a wide history of creative play and game strategies, including counterculture and non-Western game practices, we will view, discuss, and play together. From the playing field to the game screen (and everything in between), all majors and mediums are welcome to join the fun!

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