B.F.A. Acting Foundations

Catalog description

Fundamental aspects of training the actor's body, voice, mental focus, and imagination. THEA 115 B.F.A. Acting Foundations (2) THEA 115 is an introduction to the awakening and enhancement of beginning students' physical, vocal, mental, and imaginative instrument in preparation for the demanding work to follow in later acting, voice/speech, and movement studios. The course will introduce physical conditioning and breathing exercises specifically for actors, introduce exercises to enhance mental focus/concentration, and lead students through a series of exercises designed to stimulate and enhance the actor's imagination and trust in the world of fantasy. Students will be exposed to a variety of techniques from which they may, over time, develop their own individual physical/mental training discipline. They will be encouraged to accurately assess their own physical/vocal/mental self-image, to develop a plan (with the instructor) to minimize intrusive mannerisms and to maximize positive traits and work habits. Grading will be based on each student's commitment to the training regimen, application of past lessons in present assignments, quality of daily work, and the ability to accurately perform the exercises taught.