Script analysis and development of vocal and physical performance in the building of effective stage characteriza-tions. Improvisations and scenes. Prerequisites: THEATER 120 and 140.

Script analysis and development of vocal and physical performance in the building of effective stage characteriza-tions. Improvisations and scenes. Prerequisites: THEATER 120 and 140.

Studio. Development of the actor's physical resources through movement analysis and practice. Specific theatrical problems in: mask, theatrical clown, status improvisation, character portrayal. Prerequisites: THEATER 140, consent of instructor. Clothing allowing freedom of movement required.

Participation in department productions; principally for actors, and for other assignments by permission. Credit by approved contract only. Credit awarded in semester following that in which assignment is completed. May be repeated for credit.

Elements of theatrical design and basic skills in the areas of costume construction, lighting techniques, drafting and stagecraft. Required of majors.

Introduction to acting. Includes all or some of the following: improvisation, theater games, monologues, scenes. Required of majors.

Introduction to acting. Includes all or some of the following: improvisation, theater games, monologues, scenes. Required of majors.

Introduction to acting. Includes all or some of the following: improvisation, theater games, monologues, scenes. Required of majors.

Analysis of texts as blueprints for production; emphasis on written and oral discourse about the theater. Readings from the world repertory. Attendance at department productions. Required of majors.

Practical production experience, including ushering, publicity, and stage crews. Specific assignments determined by Production Manager. Open to freshmen; required of majors. May be repeated. Mandatory Letter Grading required.