The Riskworks
TA14 1, 2, & 3: Fundamentals of Acting
Syllabus – FALL
Instructor: John Cole
Tel:245-7585
Office:RVC-E
Hours:T,Th 12:30-2:00; M, Wed. 12:30-1:30; or by appt.
E-mail:jcole@roguecc.edu
Class Times: Wednesdays, 2-4:50; H-1
Textbook: None
There is a $10.00 T-shirt fee.
Course Description:Introduces methods and techniques of acting as an art form. Scene work and performance is included. We will be creating a very simple yet entertaining piece of theater together. Class times will be used to collaborate in the rehearsal process, and to participate in a number of workshops addressing various aspects of actor training
Why study Acting Fundamentals? (Relationship to Dept. mission):The purpose of this course is to introduce you to the actor’s craft, by offering you an “on the job training”-styled experience. By learning the craft of Acting, we learn to collaborate; we think critically; we problem solve; we define ourselves; we experience the creative process and we express ourselves creatively. We will generate and perform work, which will contribute to the growth of our community as we come to feel more comfortable in a world made larger through education.
Objectives: Passing this course you should: |
Assessment Method: |
| Demonstrate a professional work ethic. | You will be evaluated on attendance, and “on-time record”. |
| Demonstrate a disciplined work ethic. | You will be evaluated through rehearsals and performances on ability to complete memorization tasks in a timely manner, and to note and remember movement and blocking assignments. |
| Actively Listen. | You will be evaluated through rehearsals and performances on ability or inability to receive, appreciate, and evaluate messages and cues from scene partners. |
| Participate as a member of a team. | You will be evaluated on attendance, “on-time record”, ability to contribute collaboratively and take personal responsibility for success of the show. |
| Think Creatively. | You will log observations and original ideas in assigned journal entries about character physicality, blocking, and movement. You will be evaluated in rehearsals and performances on their ability to arrive at rehearsals with their own ideas about character, physicality, blocking, and movement. |
| Embody a powerful voice. | You will demonstrate progress in various aspects of vocal work (breathing, physical connection, diction, projection,) through participation and application of a regular regimen of warm-up techniques. |
Course requirements:(To achieve a passing grade)
1. Have scene memorized by 5th week.
- Always carry a script and a pencil.
- Actors are responsible for notingand retainingall blocking and director’s notes
3. Participate enthusiastically in class activities and roles.
4. Participate in performance:PERFORMANCE DATE AND TIME: ______.
5. Participate in other tasks as assigned by director, or support staff.
6. Be on time to all scheduled classes/rehearsals-INCLUDING NOV. 21st.
Please wear comfortable clothing you can move around in, and easily removable shoes.
Grading:
Grading is based on assigned writing,attendance, participation, and amount of work you’ve done preparing for rehearsals. Theatre is a collaborative art. You must be present to collaborate. Art requires commitment. In The Theatre, you are a part of an ensemble, and that ensemble depends on your presence.After one missed class, your grade will begin to drop. If you must miss a class,please notify your scene partners and your instructorin advance so that we can adjust our plans for your absence.
A - No missed classes. No tardies. Scene memorized on or before Nov. 10th. Obvious extra contribution made to the ensemble through a song, a scene idea, a poem, understudy work, or consistent active class participation. All blocking/direction is noted in script immediately, and incorporated into scene by following class. Work tirelessly with scene partner without supervision. Complete journal entry.
B – One missed class. Scene memorized on or before Nov. 2nd. Blocking/direction is noted in script immediately, and incorporated into scene by following class. Active class participation. Work consistently with scene partner without supervision.
C – No more than two missed classes. Scene memorized on or before Nov. 10. Work consistently with scene partner without supervision. Blocking/direction is noted and incorporated.
I look for the amount of effort you put forward in- and out of class, and the quality of your attitude in your work.
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