Introduction to Theatre Acting

In this 10-week course, students will have the opportunity to explore acting for the theatre. Whether they are new to the stage or returning, these workshops introduce students to key acting techniques and elements of theatre, how to interpret and rehearse short scenes across a variety of genres, character work, techniques for improvisation, vocal projection and movement exercises in a safe and respectful environment.

DELIVERY MODE

• Face-to-Face

COURSE OUTLINE

• Building the actor’s toolkit
• Improvisation and spontaneity
• Acting techniques and methods
• Voice and movement development
• Character creation and analysis
• Scene work and collaboration
• Emotional expression and subtext
• Rehearsal and final performance

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate foundational acting skills, including voice, movement, and stage presence.
2. Develop authentic characters using acting techniques and script analysis.
3. Express emotions and subtext effectively through physical and vocal performance.
4. Collaborate with scene partners to create dynamic and engaging scenes.
5. Rehearse and perform with confidence, clarity, and stage awareness.