THTREMUS 101.003 Introduction to Acting I

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Course Syllabus

Introduction to Acting I

THTREMUS 101.003

Winter 2026

GOALS OF THIS COURSE:

To introduce students to the concept of acting as a process and a craft.

To make students critically aware of what makes a good actor.

To develop a basic understanding of acting skills, script and character analysis and theatre/acting terminology.

To heighten the powers of observation, concentration, invention and imagination.

To foster an appreciation for the commitment and discipline that acting requires.

To learn how to score and interpret a script.

To gain confidence while performing in front of others through an awareness of self/physical space onstage.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course explores basic principles of acting for non-performance majors. The class introduces the fundamentals of acting through improvisation, scene study, and other exercises. Grounds the student in basic acting theory.

*This syllabus is subject to change during the course of the semester. Please watch your email for announcements about the readings and shifts in assignments.