Introduces basic acting techniques, theories of acting, and rehearsal procedures. Emphasizes modern and contemporary comedies, and dramas. Students perform scenes from contemporary plays.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
This course is designed to foster an awareness of the theatrical performance components extant in Western Culture.
- Memorization Techniques
Demonstrate ease of memorization techniques during various scenes.
- Scene Analysis Techniques
Analyze a scene according to contemporary acting theories. Critique and analyze the performances of others.
- Script-Scoring Techniques
Create a score for a scene using common script-scoring methods.
- Stage Areas and Movement
Move on the stage in a focused, theatrically appropriate manner.
- Vocal Techniques
Employ vocal techniques in order to speak on the stage with appropriate clarity.
- Relaxation Techniques
Demonstrate how to relax using appropriate techniques.
- Concentration Techniques
Demonstrate proper concentration techniques.
- Warm-Up Techniques
Demonstrate proper warm-up techniques.
Assessment and Requirements
- Objective tests
- Midterm
- Final exam
- Performance review
- A scored script
- 2-3 memorized and rehearsed scenes from appropriate plays presented in class