THTR 1230 - Acting I

Goals: To introduce the student to the basic principles of the actor’s craft: physical discipline, vocal control, individual expression, and intellectual/emotional exploration of the role.

Content: Beginning with theatre games and improvisations, the course moves beyond exercises to the exploration of intention, action, and characterization in extensive scene and monologue work, including significant time spent in preparing students for a range of audition situations.

Taught: Each semester.

Credits: 4