THEA 252 - Voice and Movement for Actors

Units: 2
The connection of body and voice in the art of stage acting. Emphasis on creating a powerful unified vocal and physical performance presence onstage. Focus on accessing classical texts, realistic and abstract performance, and songs.

Prerequisites: Theatre Arts major.
Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Variable Intermittently

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

exercise an intellectual and physical understanding of basic vocal anatomy and physiology for safe and effective work on stage.
utilize a repertoire of physical and vocal exercises for daily use in the development of relaxed and efficient breathing patterns and extended vocal range, pitch, pace and volume.
employ variations in movement, gesture and vocal expression to create characters.
incorporate elements of style, dance, music, and visual arts to express ideas and emotions on stage.
apply the principles of effective voice production and articulation, especially when singing.