THEA1116 Introduction to Theater 1 (3 Credits)

This course is designed to introduce students to basic concepts of theatre and theatre-making, with an historical overview of how theatre has developed over the centuries. It will provide insight and practice in the work of two of the major collaborators of theatre, the Playwright and the Actor, and will look at how to read a play as a blueprint for performance.

THEA1117 Introduction to Theater 2 (3 Credits)

This course is a continuation of THEA1116, with a quick refresher on the historical development of theatre, as well as the work of the playwright and actor.  Areas studied focus on the work of the director, the designers, and the critic, with practical assignments for each.  This course will look at some of the innovations in theatre today, and analyze Canadian plays.

THEA2116 Acting 1 (3 Credits)

Includes exercises in voice, movement, mask, improvisation, character and scene study, and audition techniques. Principles of acting are based on the works of major 20th-century theorists and artists. Students participate in a directed workshop performance in the 2nd term.  Prerequisite: THEA1116 and THEA1117 or department’s permission.  Students may not retain credit for both THEA2116 and THEA2115.

THEA2117 Acting 2 (3 Credits)

Includes exercises in voice, movement, mask, improvisation, character and scene study, and audition techniques. Principles of acting are based on the works of major 20th-century theorists and artists. Students participate in a directed workshop performance.  Prerequisite:  THEA1116 and THEA1117 or department’s permission.  Students may not retain credit for both THEA2117 and THEA2115.

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