ACTING REALISM

THEATRE 250

Focuses on developing fundamental acting techniques (voice, characterization, physicality) and learn to apply skills in individual performance and scene study of contemporary dramatic texts.

THEATRE 550

Intensive scene study from the major works of selected modern playwrights.

THEATRE 424

Considers important current trends in performance and dramatic literature worldwide. Writing component includes both literary and performance criticism. When possible, some course materials are linked to University Theatre productions.

ENGL 656

The development of realistic and post realistic forms in modern and postmodern drama, from Zola, Ibsen, Strindberg and Chekhov through futurism, expressionism, Dada, surrealism, epic theatre, there of the absurd, and contemporary theatre and performance avant-garde works.

THEATRE 219

Undergraduate study in subjects of current interest in design, performance, technology, history, dramatic theory, literature criticism, or theatre/drama education.