Faculty: Graduate School of Social Science This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of advanced acting, focusing on the development of performance skills, character analysis, and theatrical techniques. Students explore key areas such as classical and contemporary acting, voice and movement, and stagecraft. The program emphasizes creativity, emotional depth, and the application of acting techniques to deliver compelling performances. Graduates are prepared for careers in theater, film, television, and other performance arts. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of acting theory and techniques. - Develop skills in character analysis, emotional expression, and performance. - Learn techniques for voice modulation, movement, and stage presence. - Explore the role of classical and contemporary texts in acting. - Understand the principles of collaboration and ensemble work in theater. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in the acting industry. - Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills for acting projects. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Advanced Acting** - Overview of the field, its history, and its importance in the performing arts. 2. **Acting Techniques and Methods** - Study of various acting methods, including Stanislavski, Meisner, and Method Acting. - Techniques for applying acting methods to different performance contexts. 3. **Character Analysis and Development** - Principles of character analysis, backstory creation, and emotional depth. - Techniques for developing believable and compelling characters. 4. **Voice and Speech for Actors** - Fundamentals of voice modulation, diction, and vocal health. - Techniques for using voice effectively in performance. 5. **Movement and Physicality** - Study of body awareness, movement techniques, and physical expression. - Techniques for using movement to enhance performance. 6. **Classical and Contemporary Texts** - Exploration of classical plays, modern dramas, and contemporary scripts. - Techniques for interpreting and performing diverse theatrical texts. 7. **Stagecraft and Technical Theater** - Principles of stage design, lighting, sound, and costume. - Techniques for understanding and utilizing technical elements in performance. 8. **Emerging Trends in Acting** - Analysis of innovations such as digital performance, immersive theater, and interdisciplinary art. - Techniques for adapting to new trends and technologies in the acting industry. 9. **Capstone Project in Advanced Acting** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in a full-scale theatrical production or film project. - Techniques for delivering a comprehensive acting performance. **Assessment Methods:** - Performances in theatrical productions, film projects, or monologues. - Written assignments on acting theory, character analysis, and performance techniques. - Group projects in ensemble work and collaborative performance. - Participation in internships or fieldwork with theater companies, film studios, or performance groups. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "An Actor Prepares" by Constantin Stanislavski. - "The Actor's Art and Craft" by William Esper and Damon DiMarco. - "Freeing the Natural Voice" by Kristin Linklater. - "The Actor and the Target" by Declan Donnellan. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of acting, theater, or performance arts is recommended. Suitable for students in theater arts, performing arts, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years, including coursework, performances, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Advanced Acting or a related field. **Target Audience:** Aspiring actors, theater performers, and film artists seeking to excel in the craft of acting and performance. This major equips students with the creative, technical, and emotional skills needed to excel in advanced acting, driving compelling performances in theater, film, and other performance arts.