Staging Original Drama IA-0198

A studio course which applies introductory principles of directing to writing, staging and performing original dramatic material. Primary concerns are developing a collaborative language between playwrights, directors and actors, crafting and staging clear dramatic events, integrating movement, music and text as theatrical language, and creating ensemble through collaboration. Assignments include co-scripting, staging and performing in one evening of original drama, completing one written character analysis, and writing one theatre review. Due to the highly collaborative and experiential nature of this course, attendance and punctuality are essential: two absences, but no late arrivals will be permitted. REQUIRED texts: "The Viewpoints Book" by Anne Bogart and Tina Landau, and "The Performer's Guide to the Collaborative Process" by Sheila Kerrigan. This course satisfies Division I distribution requirements. EXP, PRJ, PRS, REA, WRI