This course examines the history and theory of acting with emphasis on Stanislavski and 20th century methods. Students participate in breathing, relaxation, and centering exercises, theatre games, and improvisational work to develop basic acting skills. Areas of study include the fundamentals of text analysis, group rehearsal dynamics, and verbal evaluation of other acting work. A continuation of the skills developed in THR 104. The course focuses on the actor's movement and voice skills to support character work.
Students use masks and improvisation to broaden basic acting technique.
Attendance at dance, chorus, and theatre productions is required. Theatre in America 3 credits The development of theatre in America including the influence of diverse cultures upon the direction of American theatre. The class will conclude with a laboratory public performance. Attend current musical productions. The opportunity to attend current British theatre productions and discuss the important styles, trends, and artists associated with contemporary British theatre.