THTR1061 — Fundamentals of Stage Directing
THTR 1061 - Fundamentals of Stage Directing THTR 1061 - Fundamentals of Stage Directing Hours/Week: Lecture 3 Lab 0 Course Description: This course introduces the beginning director to the basic tools of the director’s craft. Course topics include the basics of interpretation, blocking, movement, composition, communication, and terminology of stage direction. The needs of students interested in theatre, acting, television, film, video production, or elementary and secondary education are served by this course. MnTC Goals N/A analyze a text for information regarding the world of the play, character, action, and interpretation. create meaningful stage pictures using techniques of composition and picturization. apply rhythm to movement of the stage picture. explore and stage multiple meanings of a text. demonstrate positive communication strategies in working with actors. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC): Goals and Competencies N/A Competency Goals (MnTC Goals 1-6) N/A Theme Goals (MnTC Goals 7-10) N/A Courses and Registration