School of Theatre
College of Fine Arts
CFA DR 123 Acting for Non-Theatre Majors I
Introductory level of theatrical exercises, improvisations, and short scenes
to teach the fundamentals of acting. 3 cr. Tuition: $1500
Summer 1 (May 20-June 26):
A1 Mon./Tues./Thurs. 5-8 p.m. William Gardiner
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CFA DR 134 Movement for Theatre: Stage Combat
Students learn the rudiments of unarmed and armed combat as applied to a theatrical medium. Focus is placed on working kinesthetically with a partner, developing a system for safely working on scenes of violence, and exploring avenues of emotion and intention necessary to make scenes of violence theatrically compelling. 2 cr. Tuition: $1000
Summer 2 (July 1-August 7):
B1 Tues./Wed./Thurs. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Robert Najarian
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CFA DR 508 Contemporary Drama: August Wilson
Studies August Wilson’s epic cycle and its place in American
art and history.
When he died in 2005, August Wilson achieved what few other dramatists – contemporary
or classical – have: a complete epic cycle, addressing matters of culture,
history, and society. Wilson’s ten plays form the foundation for
this course, through which we examine the story of African Americans
in this country, as well as the African American voice in arts and letters.
Supporting materials include historical documents, contextualizing theoretical
writings and criticism, and the plays of other African American dramatists
of Wilson’s era. Classes will be based in rigorous discussion, rather
than lecture. Students from disciplines across the university are welcome.
4 cr. Tuition: $2000
Summer 2 (July 1-August 7):
B1 Tues./Thurs. 3-6:30 p.m. Ilana Brownstein
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