Faculty: Fine Arts

The Acting major focuses on the art and craft of performance on stage, screen, and other media. Students acquire skills in character development, text analysis, voice and movement, improvisation, audition techniques, and prepare for careers in theater, cinema, television, and related fields.

Learning Objectives:

• Understanding the principles of acting and performance.
• Developing skills in character development and text analysis.
• Learning voice and movement techniques for actors.
• Exploring techniques in improvisation and auditioning.
• Analyzing the history of theater and dramatic literature.
• Developing critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills.
• Gaining practical experience through performances and internships.

Main Outline:

1. Introduction to Acting - Overview of acting principles, history, and industry trends.
2. Character Development - Techniques for creating and portraying characters.
3. Text Analysis - Basics of text analysis and understanding character motivations.
4. Voice and Movement - Principles of voice production, pronunciation, and physical movement for actors.
5. Improvisation - Techniques for spontaneous and collaborative performance.
6. Audition Techniques - Preparation and performance for auditions on stage and screen.
7. History of Theater - Study of theater evolution from ancient times to the present.
8. Dramatic Literature - Analysis of significant plays and playwrights throughout history.
9. Scene Study - In-depth analysis and performance of scenes from plays and films.
10. Acting in Front of the Camera - Techniques specific to acting in films and television.
11. Portfolio Development - Creating a professional portfolio showcasing acting skills, including headshots, résumés, and demo reels.
12. Practical/Applied Training - Real-world experiences in theater companies, film production studios, television networks, or talent agencies.
13. Capstone Project - Comprehensive project applying acting skills, such as performing in a full-length play, creating a short film, or developing a solo performance piece.

Methods of Evaluation:

• Analysis of Acting Principles
• Character Development Projects
• Text Analysis Projects
• Voice and Movement Projects
• Improvisation Projects
• Audition Technique Projects
• Theater History Projects
• Dramatic Literature Projects
• Scene Study Projects
• Camera Acting Projects
• Portfolio Development Projects
• Internship Reports
• Capstone Projects and Performances

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Introduction to Acting"
• "Character Development"
• "Text Analysis"
• "Voice and Movement for Actors"
• "Improvisation for Theater"
• "Audition Techniques"
• "History of Theater"
• "Dramatic Literature"
• "Scene Study"
• "Acting in Front of the Camera"
• "Portfolio Development"

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of theater, performance skills, and an interest in acting.

Duration of Major:

The typical duration for a bachelor’s degree in acting is 4 years.

Certification:

Although there are no specific degrees in acting, graduates may pursue additional training or workshops in specialized areas such as:

• Meisner Technique
• Method Acting
• Voice-Over Training
• Stage Combat Certification

Target Audience:

Aspiring actors, theater artists, and professionals seeking careers in theater companies, film production studios, television networks, talent agencies, and related fields. This major equips students with the performance, analytical, and creative skills necessary to excel in acting and support careers in various roles within theater companies, film production studios, television networks, talent agencies, and related fields.