Course Description

Problems and techniques of period manners, customs and style. Practice and performance of theatrical genre. Topics may include farce, Greek theatre, Restoration, comedy of manners, musical theatre, etc.

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Athena Title

Genre and Style

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Prerequisite

THEA 7590

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Semester Course Offered

Not offered on a regular basis.

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Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

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Course Objectives

1. Application of acting process to period pieces 2. To develop skills for rehearsing and performing heightened texts 3. To continue analytical work in "scoring" each scene 4. To develop basic understanding of period manners suitable for stage work 5. To develop skills in approaching various "genres" as actors

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Topical Outline

1. Classical Greek literature 2. Comedy of Manners 3. Farce 4. Restoration 5. Monologues 6. Vocal techniques 7. Scenes 8. Musical theatre 9. Clowning 10. Research projects 11. Final projects

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