Acting I - Contemporary
THEA-141

Fundamentals of acting, including improvisational techniques; the physical, vocal, and internal development of character; analysis and scoring by beats of a contemporary script. (F,Sp)

Contact Hours       

Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

1. Present a vocal warm-up which includes relaxation, posture, breathing, pitch, resonance, and articulation.
2. Present a movement warm-up which includes flexibility, strength, and endurance.
3. Apply the basics of improvisation by creating scenes establishing clear use of who, where, and what and demonstrating spontaneity and cooperation.
4. Demonstrate inner and outer character preparation through scenework selected by instructor.
5. Present a brief scene or monologue demonstrating a basic understanding of given circumstances and character objectives.
6. Write an in-depth autobiography of character for studio production.
7. Demonstrate dramatic action, acting technique and principles through rehearsal and in-class work.
8. Write critiques of two professional, community, or college theater productions.

Handouts as distributed by instructor(s).

One pair of non-street shoes

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Whenever practicable, results for graded items should be posted electronically within 48 hours after the instructor has completed the grading process for the items, and final grades for the course should be entered no later than the specified grading day.

Extra credit may be available in this course. This information is provided by the section instructor.

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Recommended supplementary text: Shurtleff, Michael., Audition., Bantam Books, 1978 (paperback).