THTR 173 - Rehearsal and Performance: The Style Play

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC, CSU

This course is for students who want to learn how to use performance styles and acting techniques in the preparation and performance of a play with a specific style of theatricality. These plays could include the styles of comedy of manners, melodrama, surrealism, realism, expressionism, futurism and more. Students will be involved in rehearsing a full-length or short play and then presenting it to a public audience. Students may participate in a variety of activities including acting, directing, management, dramaturg, etc. Auditions and/or interview will determine most of the specific assignments.