THTR 4410 Fundamentals of Directing

This course is a study of the techniques of stage direction, including practical exercises in script analysis, blocking techniques and staging selected or improvisational scenes. After in depth play analysis, each student stages a scene or a short play. Written analysis required.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

THTR 2205 AND THTR 2210

Typically Offered

Demorest campus: fall day

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Through research, analysis and reflection, gain confidence in their ability to make justified choices onstage. 
2. Have a firm understanding of the process of directing a play based on textual and research information.
3. Fully utilize directing techniques (picturization, rhythmic beats, visual perception, communicating through ground plans, etc.). 
4. Achieve a comprehensive understanding of text analysis, play structure and dramaturgical research.
5. Through self-assessment, actor feedback and a faculty review, identify and enhance their developing skills as a director. 
6. Document their growth and directing process as an avenue for developing their unique directing style.