THEA 306 - Acting III: Variable Topics Acting Studio: Physical Theatre

Institution:

Williams College

Subject:

Theatre

Description:

This course for advanced students of acting will focus on particular aspects of performance as determined by the instructor in each semester in which the course is taught. Topics may include acting in verse drama, movement for the actor, voice, performing Shakespeare, aspects of physical theatre, non-realist acting, etc. The course will be taught by members of the Theatre faculty and/or Guest Artists, and may be repeated by students as instructors and topics change. Texts and reading assignments will vary depending on each semester's focus. This semester Theatre 306 will focus on processes of Physical Theatre. The class is open to students interested in developing their ability in communication through the art of body language. Assigned research, analysis, discussions, and improvised exercises on stage will give us the opportunity to expand our understanding of physical vocabulary and will help us to express our intentions by evocative behavior. Based on various theatre techniques, including Grotoski's and Suzuki's, this course will hone artistic skills for performance and improve students' confidence in their interactions with other people.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Permission of the instructor

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

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Instructional Type:

Studio

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.williams.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 597-3131

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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