Develops the actor's ability to take in the imaginary world of relationships and circumstances through the five senses and to respond spontaneously, truthfully, and fully to that experience in behavior. Strongly recommended for the serious acting student. Theatre 125 or consent of instructor. Holmes Focuses on the discovery and release of the student's natural voice. Includes an exploration of relaxation techniques, vocal exercises, and performance skills to expand a student's vocal capabilities.
Students prepare poetry, prose, and scenes.
Three periods per week plus four private sessions per semester. Theatre 125 or consent. The process of lighting design for the theatre. Emphasis on script analysis and concept development, the formation of design ideas, the equipment, the technologies, the graphic standards of stage lighting, and the communication and defense of design concepts to the production team. The process of communicating theatrical design concepts and solutions using graphic techniques.