Acting I (273-1-23)

Instructors

Detra Payne

Meeting Info

Wirtz 101 Performnce Black Box: Mon, Wed 1:00PM - 2:50PM

Overview of class

This fall quarter is the beginning of the two-year Acting Sequence in the Department of Theatre at Northwestern University, I am deeply committed to each of you realizing your potential as theatre artists and human beings. The first year in general focuses on developing the actor as an instrument of perception, interpretation and communication on stage. This is an experiential class focusing on sensory awareness and observation of self, of others and of the world around us as the means to understanding that stimulus and kinesthetic response are the sparks that ignite an actor's needs/wants/objectives in performance. This course is designed to instill in the student actor a comprehensive understanding of how a deep belief in and embodiment of imaginary circumstances and the stimulus, impulses, and needs they spur become the basic tools needed for creating believable human behavior on stage. Acknowledging that none of us stands alone, we will strive through our work to allow each student to uncover/discover and engage with their unique cultural heritages to fully embody their most authentic voice.

Registration Requirements

Acting sequence students only

The nine quarter acting sequence is carefully designed so that the lessons of each course provide the skills and experience needed for success in the following quarter. Should a student miss any individual quarter, for whatever reason, permission to continue the sequence is at the sole discretion of the instructor.

Class Materials (Required)

Text Books: Letters to a Young Poet and An Actor Prepares, empty Journal, pencils $26-50

Class Attributes

Attendance at 1st class mandatory

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: REASON: Pre-registration is not allowed for this class. Please try again during regular registration.
Add Consent: Department Consent Required