Theater 393C - S-Chekhov Technique: Embodying
Spring
2024
01
3.00
Regina Kaufmann
M W 12:20PM 2:15PM
UMass Amherst
18843
Bromery Center for Arts Rm 413
gina@theater.umass.edu
In this course we will explore the Michael Chekhov Technique - a psycho-physical approach to acting that seeks to ground emotion in physical gestures. The technique creates a joyful and freeing connection between the inner response evoked by a physical action and its outer expression. In simpler terms, the Chekhov Technique links physicality and movement to emotion, so an actor can stay completely present - and be free to experiment and play - while onstage.
Open to students majoring or minoring in Theater. Pre Req: THEATER 140 Open to students majoring and minoring in Theater.