THEA 353 - On Camera Acting

Credits: 4

This class explores the professional and practical art of acting and auditioning for the camera. It includes the technical aspects of film acting such as physical language, terminology, cold readings, and Sherlock Holmesing the script. We will work with commercial copy, TV scripts and screenplays. The course will include short writing assignments, various readings and digital viewings. Students will work on camera and view their playbacks in class. Prerequisites: THEA 308. Offered every other year.