Faculty: Fine Arts The Acting major focuses on the art and craft of performing for stage, screen, and other media. Students gain skills in character development, script analysis, voice and movement, improvisation, and audition techniques, preparing for careers in theater, film, television, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the principles of acting and performance. - Develop skills in character development and script analysis. - Learn voice and movement techniques for actors. - Explore improvisation and audition techniques. - Analyze theater history and dramatic literature. - Develop critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills. - Gain practical experience through performances and internships. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Acting** - Overview of acting principles, history, and industry trends. 2. **Character Development** - Techniques for creating and portraying characters. 3. **Script Analysis** - Fundamentals of analyzing scripts and understanding character motivations. 4. **Voice and Movement** - Principles of voice production, diction, and physical movement for actors. 5. **Improvisation** - Techniques for spontaneous and collaborative performance. 6. **Audition Techniques** - Preparing for and performing in auditions for stage and screen. 7. **Theater History** - Study of the evolution of theater 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 for the Camera** - Techniques specific to acting for film and television. 11. **Portfolio Development** - Creating a professional portfolio showcasing acting skills, including headshots, resumes, and demo reels. 12. **Internship/Practicum** - 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 one-person show. **Assessment Methods:** - Acting principles analyses - Character development projects - Script analysis projects - Voice and movement projects - Improvisation projects - Audition techniques projects - Theater history projects - Dramatic literature projects - Scene study projects - Acting for the camera projects - Portfolio development projects - Internship/practicum reports - Capstone projects and performances **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Acting" - "Character Development" - "Script Analysis" - "Voice and Movement for Actors" - "Improvisation for the Theater" - "Audition Techniques" - "Theater History" - "Dramatic Literature" - "Scene Study" - "Acting for the Camera" - "Portfolio Development" **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of theater, performance skills, and an interest in acting. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree in Acting. **Certification:** While there are no specific certifications for 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, performers, 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 needed to excel in acting, supporting careers in various roles within theater companies, film production studios, television networks, talent agencies, and related fields.