| Time | Days | Location | Instructor | GER | Credit | OPUS Class Number | Syllabus (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
M | Schwartz Center 203 | Janice Akers. | HAP. | 4 | 3940 | TBA. |
This course is intended to develop the student's ability to a) read plays in terms of their psychological narratives and visual values; b) analyze plays both critically and imaginatively; c) bring directorial ideas to life through interactive work with actors; and d) develop skills to use space in creative and innovative ways. General topics include: collaboration with designers, developmental work with playwrights/authors, and analytical work with actors. Literary sources for practical exercises might include scenes, short plays, short stories or poetry. The second half of the course concentrates on the students staging a short theatrical work.
Required Textbooks, Articles, and Resources
- A text may be used. This information will be available soon.
Grading
| Assignment/Exam | Details | % of Total Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Participation and Assignments | Rigorous attendance required. Students are graded primarily on the basis of class participation, independent research/rehearsal and successful completion of their final directorial project and notebooks. |
The schedule of courses on O.P.U.S. is the official listing of courses, including days and times they meet and the General Education Requirements they satisfy. Students should use course descriptions as general guidelines. Course requirements, grading details, book lists, and syllabi are subject to change.