The LLC group of the MLA dedicated to 16th- and 17th-Century Spanish and Iberian Drama serves as an academic collective focused on the rich dramatic traditions of Spain and the broader Iberian Peninsula during the early modern period. This group provides a platform for scholars to explore, discuss, and disseminate research on the diverse theatrical forms and cultural contexts of the 16th and 17th centuries. It examines the works of prominent playwrights such as Lope de Vega, Tirso de Molina, and Calderón de la Barca, as well as lesser-known dramatists, delving into themes of power, identity, morality, and the human condition as depicted in their plays.

Members of this group engage in critical discussions about the aesthetics, historical relevance, and modern interpretations of these dramas, often drawing connections to contemporary issues. The LLC promotes scholarship through panels, papers, and collaborative projects at MLA conventions, encouraging a deeper understanding of how these seminal works influenced later literature and theater and their enduring legacy in modern drama studies.