Theatre - THEA 211

Course Description

This is an advanced theatre course where students explore the theories and elements of acting. There is a focus on classical and modern plays, as well as on the critiquing of actors and performances. Students will develop their performance skills. In addition, students will explore the Stanislavski method and be introduced to reading and acting Shakespeare.

Prerequisites

(A requirement that must be completed before taking this course.)

Course Competencies

Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:

• Analyze the Stanislavski method of acting.
• Apply the Stanislavski method of acting.
• Compare and contrast modern theories of acting.
• Implement techniques for acting in Shakespeare’s plays.
• Compare and contrast an actor’s role in classical and modern performances.
• Analyze dramatic literature for performance.
• Apply acting theory in the development of characters.
• Develop control of the body in performance.
• Develop control of the vocal instrument in performance.
• Critique an actor’s control of the vocal instrument.
• Critique an actor’s performance.

Course Schedule