THTR 1235 - Acting I

Goals: To build on prior training and acting experience. To establish a shared performance vocabulary employed in further acting courses as well as in department production work.

Content: The first class in the performance training sequence in the theatre major/minor. With focused work, geared towards students with prior acting training, experience, and/or interest, students engage in various acting methodologies. Students will engage in textual analysis in partnered or group scene work, audition preparation, and/or group exercises. Intended for majors, minors, and those with specific interest and/or experience in acting.

Taught: Spring term

Prerequisite: Departmental approval required

Credits: 4