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Fundamentals of Acting I

Theater, Dance, and Performance StudiesUndergraduateCLS - College of Letters and Science

Subject

THEATER

Course Number

10

Course Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

Fundamentals of Acting I

Course Description

Fundamentals of Acting I (Theater 10) is the entry level course for the acting sequence and focuses on releasing and cultivating the actor?s inherent creativity. Through exercises, improvisation, scenes, and monologues, the actor begins to develop basic techniques designed to stimulate the imagination, develop vocal and physical ability, increase awareness of self and others, introduce effective ways to analyze texts, think critically about the craft of acting, and enhance self-confidence and communication skills. This class is the essential beginning of the actor?s studies, which will ultimately allow her or him to effectively engage and explore work from a rich diversity of genres, styles, and backgrounds.

Minimum

3

Maximum

3

Grading Basis

Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option

Method of Assessment

No Final Exam - A final exam is normally required in all undergraduate courses.

Instructors

Staff

American Cultures Requirement

No

Breadth

Arts & Literature

Reading and Composition Requirement

None of the Reading and Composition Requirement

Requirements

Prerequisite
Audition required, sign up before start of the semester.

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Credit Restriction Courses. Students will receive no credit for this course if the following the course(s) have already been completed.

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Formats

Studio

Term

Fall and Spring

Duration (in weeks)

15

Minimum Hours

6

Maximum Hours

6

Outside Work Hours Min

3

Maximum Hours

3

Term

Summer

Duration (in weeks)

8

Minimum Hours

12

Maximum Hours

12

Outside Work Hours Min

4.5

Maximum Hours

4.5

Term

Summer

Duration (in weeks)

6

Minimum Hours

15

Maximum Hours

15

Outside Work Hours Min

7.5

Maximum Hours

7.5