THE251 — Acting: Shakespeare and Classical Literature
4 , 3 lecture periods 2 lab periods Performance-oriented class focuses on the practice and theory of pre-realistic styles of acting, and Shakespeare through the use of verse and prose. Includes the performance and analysis of Farce, Restoration Comedy, Shakespeare and presentation of a Sonnet. Explain how to use Shakespeare’s lexicon for the purpose of defining words specific to a given line. Demonstrate an informed execution of classical text (Shakespeare, Moliere and Restoration Comedy). Demonstrate the use of physical gestures and nuances required for classical texts. Outline: Introductions and Review of Character Analysis, Scene Breakdown, Archetype, and Status Introduction to Farce Moliere Behn Introduction to Restoration Comedy Congreve Wycherley In Class Rehearsal Conferences Scene Presentations from Farce and Restoration Comedy Introduction to Shakespeare Presentation of a Sonnet Scene Presentation from Shakespeare
Prerequisites: THE149