This course is INACTIVE
School
Liberal Arts
Division
Fine and Applied Arts - DNU
Department
Theater
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Theatre
Course Number
273
Course Title
Voice for the Actor
Credit Hours
3.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Pre-requisites
Eligible to take ENG courses at HFC.
Catalog Course Description
Offers both theoretical and practical study of basic and intermediate-level vocal technique for a spoken live performance. Explores proper breath and alignment, sound production, articulation, projection, subtext, dialect, and character.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
Core Course Topics
- Active relaxation.
Demonstrate how to apply active relaxation for spoken vocal presentation.
- Deep breathing.
Demonstrate proper breath control for speaking.
- Balanced speaking posture.
Apply effective speaking posture.
- Effective articulation.
Demonstrate proper articulation.
- Basic classical American dialect.
Recognize and explain the differences between colloquial and elevated speech.
- Introduction to IPA.
Explain the basics of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).
- Using effective inflection.
Demonstrate dynamic, appropriate inflections and tempo-rhythms.
- Introduction to regional stage dialect.
Apply a basic understanding of stage dialect to at least one dialect.
Assessment and Requirements
Assessment of Academic Achievement
- Quizzes to ascertain knowledge of IPA and terminology.
- Worksheets allow practice of IPA.
- Three (3) vocal exams (entry, midterm and exit) to determine development in each of the developmental areas.
- A self-assessment paper to present the student's self-observations and criticisms.
Outcomes
Satisfies Wellness Requirement
No
Approval Dates
Effective Term
Fall 2023