AI 354 - Quantum Creativity

Institution:

DePaul University

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This course is for people who are interested in enlivening their creativity in all aspects of their life. We will explore the value of improvisation in facilitating the creative process (in various settings), as well as the relationship between creativity and spirituality. Most peopl associate the word "improvisation" with short comic Second City-style scenes and monologues. This course will reach beyond the one-liners to explore the many applications of improvisatin, including, but not limiting to, theatrical presentations. Students will have the opportunity to learn basic improvisation forms and experiment with those forms in a variety of artistic disciplines and life experiences. In the process of this exploration, students will learn to trust their own creative process and to identify and avoid some of the most insidious blocks to creativity. This new understanding may be applied to various areas of creative expression, such as writing, visual arts, and music, as students begin to develop their own original works through improvisation. Students will also have many opportunities to apply their learings in the work place and in other areas of their life. Students will study the development of contemporary improvisation and selected readings on creativity. At the final class, students will have the opportunity to present an informal performance of their work to an invited audience. Competences: A2A, A3D, as, FX. Faculty: Pamela Meyer

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.depaul.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 362-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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