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Acting I

1. Application of theories and methods of acting.
2. Craft and methods for performance.
3. Textual analysis for creating a role.
4. Practical approaches to creating the physical life of a character.
5. Practical application of theatre terminology and vocabulary.
6. Attendance of a live performance.

Attendance of a live performance for the purpose of evaluation.

At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the various techniques of acting in performance.
2. Develop an expanded range and flexibility as an actor.
3. Demonstrate the ability to create a character using textual analysis.
4. Evaluate scene work developed from published plays.
5. Apply elements of effective acting techniques as a personal standard.
6. Evaluation of acting technique in a live performance.

1. Observation and critique of student performance and class exercises
2. Journal, written assignments, and performance evaluations
3. Quizzes and exams

Acting by Paul Kassel

Acting Power by Robert Cohen

Respect for Acting Uta Hagen