Acting I

Upon completion of this class the TA141 student will demonstrate the following skills:

  1. Analyze a scripted scene using Stanislavsky's system steps, specifically identifying beats, character objectives, obstacles and tactics.

  2. Effectively apply that analysis to the live performance of a dramatic scene.

  3. Commit the scene, dialogue and stage movement to memory.

  4. Portray a believable character with compelling honesty onstage.

  5. Utilize proper voice, diction and body movement to clearly project a character to the audience.