Mar 29, 2024  
2011-2012 University Catalog 
    
2011-2012 University Catalog [Archived Catalogue]

THST 181 - Acting for Non-Majors I

2 credits
This course introduces the non-actor to improvisation, character development, and the basic idea of action and objective in performance. The first four weeks acclimate the new actor to being expressive in a group using body and voice through improvisation, theater games, and movement; breathing and relaxation techniques are also taught. The student is introduced to script analysis and asked to write and develop monologues to create dramatic characters for performance. Grading is based on class participation and progress with the work on monologues.