2020-2021 Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog [PREVIOUS CATALOG YEAR]

THR 231 - Acting the One-Act Play


Description: Performance techniques of the full One-Act Play. Emphasis on character development, character analysis, play analysis and acting within appropriate period styles. Introduction to producing, directing, technical theatre and acting the One-Act Play as they influence development of acting, directing, and production skills.

Prerequisites: THR 132  

Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2

Course Content:
  1. History of One-Act Play
  2. Period vocabulary
  3. Period style acting and directing methods
  4. Script analysis
  5. Character analysis
  6. Play rehearsal and performance
  7. Set, prop, costume, and make-up/hair design
  8. Stage management, lighting, sound

Learning Outcomes:
  1. Use the vocabulary of the One-Act Play within period styles and genres. (1-2)
  2. Employ acting methods for specific period styles and genres. (1-6)
  3. Develop characters with body movements, voice skills, and language specific to period style and genre. ( 1-7)
  4. Design costumes set and props, make-up and hair for performance. (7)
  5. Perform the One-Act Play in a competition and/or performance venue. (6)
  6. Evaluate the contribution of different period styles and genres in the theatre arts. (1-5)
  7. Design lighting and sound within period style and genre for performance. (8)
  8. Develop stage management and directing skills for performance. (8)