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2023-2024 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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THE 251 - Acting: Shakespeare and Classical Literature 3 Credits, 4 Contact Hours
2 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.
Prerequisite(s): THE 149
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Course Learning Outcomes
- Define (and scan in the case of iambic pentameter) the text of classical verse and prose.
- 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
Effective Term:
Fall 2016
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