LA-235 Play Production
This course covers all the aspects of the play production process (play writing, directing, acting, and designing); it provides foundation to analyze the structure and building blocks of dramatic plays (acts, scenes, beats, exposition, development, rising action, climax, and resolution) it analyzes the roles of all the collaborating artists involved (playwright, director, actors/actresses, and set, costume/make-up, lighting and sound designers.) This course actively demonstrates how team work lies at the core of the creation of theater as an artistic endeavor. Students read and analyze scripts during the play selection process; and prepare scenes and monologues as part of the audition process, and acquire basic acting technique to approach and develop characterization. This literature-based course includes the study of additional concepts which add depth to the creative process (germinal idea, production concept, play rhythm, scene tightening, tension release, audience-centered performance.) The course culminates with a public performance.
Credits
3