THEA 309 - Acting for the Camera

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

THEATRE ARTS

Description:

The fundamentals of acting for film and television are reviewed and guidance is provided in independent research and creativity through scene study. Also included are seminars with guest lectures concerning the business aspect of the performing arts. Open to theatre performance majors, or by invitation. Prerequisites: THEA 207, Theatre Major. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Develop the skill and craft to act and feel comfortable on camera. (2) Exercise naturalness in their work on camera. (3) Further develop improv skills in auditioning for TV & film. (4) Adopt listening skills in order to react with greater ease. (5) Exercise moment-to-moment spontaneity in his or her work. Listed Topics: (1) Stylistic differences of all television genres and film. (2) Mock auditions of the different genres. (3) Exercises and improvisations for each genre. (4) Commercial monologues. (5) Situation comedy scenes. (6) Soap opera scenes. (7) Film scenes.

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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