THEA 1050 - Directing Theatre

3 sem hrs cr

This course provides the fundamentals of directing for the stage. Topics include promptbook development, casting, rehearsal techniques, working with actors, and an appreciation of the historical development of the director’s role as well as an appreciation and understanding of the theatrical process.

Transfer (UT) or Non-Transfer Course (UN): UT

The student will…

• improve their grasp of the terminology of theatre.
• study how a director interacts with playwrights, actors, and designer.
• study various ways of directing tragedy, comedy, and musical theatre.
• study the historical development of directing for the stage.
• study the forms of intensifying the plot, character, language, and inanimate elements of production.
• study the theatrical event in context.
• study the composition of a theatrical event.
• learn how to improve an actor’s work in a role.

Specific Objectives

• Students must demonstrate knowledge in each of the following areas: playwrights, acting, aspects of design, theater spaces, and history.
• Students should attend class regularly and participate in class activities.
• Students will develop a promptbook for Waiting for Godot.
• Students are required to direct a scene from a play.