Acting Contemporary American Drama

Acting Contemporary American Drama is an Interdisciplinary Arts class taught by Djola Branner. Instructor permission is required for this course.

Course Description
This advanced studio course focuses on the actor's craft. We will clearly identify character objectives and obstacles, develop dynamic behavior based upon an analysis of scripted and imagined character biographies, and cultivate a facility for the critical analysis of dramatic literature. In collaboration with faculty and student directors, each actor will perform contemporary American scenes in one public performance. Instructor permission only.