THTR 2170 Musical Theatre Performance
This course will teach students to build on basic acting technique through the styles and constructs of musical theatre and song. Students will learn to appreciate and understand the basic techniques and functions of acting, singing, and dance within the genre, and to hone their skills in resourcing and preparing musical theatre pieces that serve their individual artistry. Students who complete this course will obtain a basic understanding of vocal care and technique, and the professional, artistic, and physical skills required of the musical theatre actor. Students will examine and prepare a range of musical theatre pieces from the 1920s to contemporary repertoire, crafting a series of well-honed audition and performance pieces.
Offered
Spring