THEA245 - Acting I

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Academic Year 2004/2005

Acting I
THEA 245 FA

An intensive introduction to the art of acting through practical studio investigation. Topics will include the basic elements of the Stanislavski system. Students will present exercises and scenes in class.

MAJOR READINGS

The readings vary from semester to semester depending on the wishes of the instructor.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Scenes, monologues, exercises, journal and one paper.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

In the spring term, preference is given to freshmen and sophomores who intend to become theater majors. This course is a prerequisite for Acting II and higher-level acting courses, and for Directing I. Admission by interview/audition during preregistration. Admission to studio, performance, project and tutorial courses in theater is at the discretion of the individual faculty instructors, who take into account estimated talent, experience and the need to form balanced and effective working ensembles

COURSE FORMAT: Studio

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: HA THEA Grading Mode: Graded

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Cantor,Daniel A.

Times: ..T.R.. 02:40PM-04:00PM; Location: TST101;

Reserved Seats: (Total Limit: 14)

Special Attributes:

Curricular Renewal: Reading Non-Verbal Texts, Speaking

Permission: Permission of Instructor Required

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Last Updated on MAR-21-2005