TMA 228
Acting 2
Theatre and Media Arts
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Integrating acting skills; building a character through exercises and scene work.
When Taught
Fall, Winter, Spring
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
6
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
BFA acting or BFA MDT or acting pre-major status. By audition only.
Note
Students must attend one Mask Club performance, held Thursdays at 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, and 4:00 pm in the Nelke Theatre.
Title
Acting Skills
Learning Outcome
Using imagination and concentration, students will create performances that integrate their actor's analyses into character behavior that is immediate and vulnerable.
Title
Character and Script Analyses
Learning Outcome
Working from the actor's perspective, students will discern plays' circumstances and character relationships, locate events, define objectives, identify obstacles, and choose fitting actions/tactics.
Title
Performance and Play Critiques
Learning Outcome
Students will develop creative and critical thinking skills by writing critiques after viewing performances and reading plays.
Title
Professionalism
Learning Outcome
Students will practice professional work habits of dependability, punctuality, preparation, collaboration and the ability to make independent choices.
