THTR 370 Beyond Naturalism
This course allows students to experiment with diverse styles of theatricality. Particular attention will be placed on abstractions of thought, the visual possibilities of the spoken word, and the actor’s body in space. Postmodern writings by a variety of theatre artists including Antonin Artaud, Augusto Boal, Peter Brook, Steven Berkoff, Richard Foreman, Naomi Iizuka, Robert Lepage, Simon McBurney, Charles L. Mee, Jr., Stephan Schultz, Tadashi Suzuki, Mac Wellman, and Robert Wilson will be studied and explored for their particular theatrical strategies. Through play readings, class discussions, production research, the creation of scene compositions and solo-performances, and the viewing of live performances, the student will delve into the intricacies of acting in postmodern plays, at the same time establishing an understanding of the demands placed on the director, playwright, and designer. Additional lab fee plus ticket cost to be determined.
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