Advanced Acting Topics (375-0-20)

Topic

Business for the Artist

Instructors

Tasia Alijia Bernard Jones

Meeting Info

Wirtz Center STRUB: Mon, Wed 9:00AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

This course will examine how one navigates the theatre/entertainment industry as an artist. We will learn about agents and casting, auditioning, headshots/resumes, cover letters, on-camera work, and other necessities of the industry. We will consider some of the minutia that seems daunting at the start of a career, i.e. taxes, budgeting, unions, and even how different cities function as locations for actors. We will discuss types and we will roleplay in contract negotiation. This is a lecture/discussion course, but it requires full, physical participation. This course also serves as preparation for the NU Faces Chicago Showcase which will take place at the end of the quarter.

Class Materials (Required)

Recommended Text:
The Backstage Guide to Working in Regional Theatre, by Jim Volz
Audition, by Michael Shurtleff