THTR 310

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The Actor and the Classical Repertoire

Theatre Arts Undergraduate PUGET - Puget Sound

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Course Description

In this advanced acting course, students must engage in rigorous text analysis, rehearsal, and performance of a variety of classical texts including the Greeks, French comedies, and Shakespeare. In the weekly lab, students train in Lecoq-based movement exercises, commedia mask work, voice, and stage combat. In doing so, students practice integration of language with the body and breath with thought. By acquiring skills in scansion, rhetoric, period movement, and vocal release, students develop tools for making engaging and honest acting choices with rich texts. Participation includes extensive scene work and rigorous physical and vocal activity. Students must also register for the THTR 310 lab.

Course Typically Offered

Offered frequently.

Career

Undergraduate

Prerequsites

000687

Catalog Course Attributes

CO24 - ARTHUM (Artistic and Humanistic)

Min Units

1

Max Units

1

Name

Laboratory

Optional Component

No

Final Exam Type

No

Name

Lecture

Optional Component

No

Final Exam Type

Yes