THEA 211 - Directing II

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

THEATRE ARTS

Description:

Fundamentals of directing the play beginning with analyzing the script, moving to physical planning of a performance to actual presentation of fully rehearsed scenes. Prerequisites: THEA 210 or invitation by department chair. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Explain the fundamentals of directing. (2) Think and write critically about plays. (3) Demonstrate research skills. (4) Demonstrate proficiency in developing a directors' promptbook. (5) Describe visual and oral conceptualization of a play. (6) Develop and communicate clear, concise, and original ideas with a script. (7) Investigate other perspectives of directing by researching prominent directors. (8) Demonstrate the ability to address "style", arena, and thrust directing concepts. (9) Synthesize management and technical skills to direct a ten minute scene.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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