Special Topics in Musical Theatre (350-0-26)

Topic

Performance Group

Instructors

Alexander Gemignani

Christopher Michael Richardson

Meeting Info

Wirtz 201 Performnce Black Box: Tues, Thurs 1:00PM - 2:50PM
Wirtz Center Cellar: Tues 1:00PM - 2:50PM
Wirtz Center BERGEN: Thurs 1:00PM - 2:50PM

Overview of class

In this performance-based course, students will develop effective rehearsal practices, explore performance techniques, and effectively embody their characters. Using material from both traditional and contemporary musicals, students will develop skills in singing, dancing, acting, and collaboration, working in both large and small groups. Students are expected to fully engage in a rigorous process that demands retention of music, choreography, direction, dramaturgy, and feedback from instructors.

A permission number is required. Please contact Alexander Gemignani (agem@northwestern.edu) & Christopher Michael Richardson (christopherrichardson2026@u.northwestern.edu) if you are interested in the course.

Registration Requirements

Contact Alexander Gemignani for permission number at: agem@northwestern.edu

Once a permission number is requested, a short questionnaire will be sent to the student to assess their readiness for the rigor of the class.

Priority will be given to third and fourth year students, but there are often many spots that become avail for second year students.

Class Materials (Required)

Clothes and shoes that you can dance/move in

A way to record music/accompaniment/harmony parts if necessary (though plunk tracks will be provided)

A way to take notes.

An pencil and highlighter to mark sheet music (sheet music provided by instructors).

A water bottle. $10 (approx.)