Student Learning Outcomes 1. Develop fundamental physical, vocal, analytical, and imaginative skills for acting for the stage.
2. Apply fundamental techniques of voice and movement for the stage.
3. Apply principles of play text analysis to understand story, character, and meaning.
4. Gain a better understanding of an actor’s approach to goals, tactics, and obstacles.
5. Engage in character creation and development while preparing and performing monologues and scenes.
6. Learn a common vocabulary to help discuss the process of acting.
7. Employ collaborative methods of work with a partner and in groups.
8. Observe and evaluate acting skills of other actors.Course Description This course serves as an introduction to the theory and practice of acting. Students will learn various terms, techniques, and practices of acting and will demonstrate their understanding in class. Through exercises and improvisations, partnered scenes, and group work, students will be better able to appreciate the work of others as they learn techniques of performing.