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Benigno Valenciano Gonio
B CUSP 197
Bothell Campus
Develops skills in a variety of studio arts in order to enhance student ability as a performer, arts creator, educator, or in applied areas of creativity.
Class description
A basic and fun exploration of the techniques of acting! A great way to balance the analytical and academic side of your brain by being creative, not to mention that it is also a super fun way to end your day of classes!An interactive approach towards the investigation and development of basic acting skills through monologues, scenework, movement exercises, in-class writing exercises, and ensemble projects. The exercises in class will expand highly marketable skills such as: public speaking,confidence, effective presentation skills, non-verbal/ verbal communication, leadership skills,team building skills, vocal energy, physical and vocal presence. The course will culminate in a class presentation for an invited audience.
Student learning goals
understanding and application of ACTION THEORY. basic understanding of how to generate monologues and scripted scenes through creative, fun writing assignments. Effective Presentation Skills.
basic understanding of OBSTACLES
basic understanding of TACTICS
basic understanding of how ACTIONS, OBSTACLES AND TACTICS make up the foundation of an actor's performance.
basic understanding of audition techniques
basic understanding of how improvisational theatre games can enhance imagination, concentration, listening skills, confidence, focus, analytical skills, teamwork and spatial awareness.
General method of instruction
Interactive, Improvisational and Fun!
Recommended preparation
students will need to learn a short monologue from either a film or stage play.
Suggested reading: "TIPS" by Jon Jory
Class assignments and grading
the nature of the assignments will consist mainly of class presentations. grades will be incumbent on the successful completion of class presentations which will consist of:
- Challenging but fun theatre games. - Short in class writing exercises. - Attending a rehearsal & performance of a professional production in the Seattle area (TBA). - Final Performance for an invited audience (must be present to perform to receive a final grade in the class.)
Participants will be graded on -Attitude -Attendance -Participation -Short in class writing assignments -In class presentations -In class studio rehearsals -Teamwork
