Covers stage movement and voice production. Practical work in characterization, improvisation and scene work are required. A detailed study of the area of management in theatre from the box office to backstage. Individually directed study on a topic not covered by regular course offerings. Requires permission of the instructor and Division Chair.
Special emphasis is placed on lighting instrument, dimmers, technical drawing and design.
Required production laboratory. A continuation of Acting I focusing on character development and analysis, acting technique, and auditioning. Practical work in scene work and auditioning are required. An overview of theatre history from classic Greek theatre to approximately 1700. A continuation of the study of theatre history from 1700 to the current postmodern period.