Production procedures related to auditions, casting, and rehearsals are examined. Special emphasis is placed on studying techniques and methods of working with the actor. Each student is provided the opportunity to direct a one-act play during the semester. Evaluation is based on the student's directoral work, examinations, and other assignments. This course provides extensive training in critical thinking, listening, reading, practical reasoning and advocacy.
Participants prepare arguments on contemporary issues for critical, well-informed audiences.
Emphasis is placed on the ability to anticipate and address the wide variety of alternative perspectives represented by such audiences.