ACTING SKILLS FOR LIFE

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 150

Provides a basic introduction to the craft of acting. Develops disciplines and tools of the actor as they relate to voice, movement, language skills, and engaging communication. Explores how actor training skills can be a benefit in a wide context of professional and personal endeavors.

THEATRE 501

Teaches actors the vital, non-performance skills and knowledge needed to launch professional acting careers. Knowledge of self-promoting, marketing, unions, networking, headshot/resumes, agents, casting directors, trade publications, and more will empower the actor and ease their transition into the professional world.

THEATRE 341

Study, discuss, and perform the central principles of improvisation for the stage, which have useful applications in a range of personal and professional settings. Skills and tools to foster comfort, ease, authenticity, and confidence in performance, public speaking, and everyday interactions.

THEATRE 352

Student actors develop career-focused skills and confidence in auditioning for theatre and on-camera projects. Includes exercises in handling "cold" readings, prepared monologues, interviews, and improvisational auditioning. Student will also learn to look at auditions from the casting director's point of view.