THEA 214 - Voice and Speech IV

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

THEATRE ARTS

Description:

The study of phonetics, clear diction, and unaccented speech will be continued. Voice and speech skills will be expanded to include the exploration of text and heightened language. Various texts that place a greater physical and vocal demand on the actor will be studied. Minimum "C" grade in THEA 213. For performance majors only. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1) Speak from the whole body, synthesizing the connection between impulse, breath, vibration and word. 2) Analyze and describe sound with the use of phonetics and be able to perform the described sounds accurately. 3) Speak without regionalisms 4) Apply good diction to performance pieces. 5) Analyze heightened language. 6) Demonstrate awareness of rhetorical devices and poetic structure in written and performed forms. Topics 1. Structure of verse. 2. Vocal Production. 3. Phonetics. 4. Rhetorical Devices. 5. Clarity of speech. 6. Neutral or unaccented speech. 7. Various dramatic texts that place a greater demand on the actor's vocal and physical instrument including Shakespeare and Restoration comedy. 8. A vocal warmup to enhance vocal power, flexibility and range. 9. Dramatic style and genre.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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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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