4/27/2024 6:27:34 AM	THAR 13.1B Course Outline as of Spring 2016	New Course (First Version)
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  THAR 13.1B	Title:  STYLES PERF WORKSHOP II
Full Title:  Performance Workshop: Styles, Periods and Skills II
Last Reviewed:4/12/2021

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	3.00	Lecture Scheduled	2.00		17.5 max.	Lecture Scheduled	35.00
Minimum	3.00	Lab Scheduled	3.00		17.5 min.	Lab Scheduled	52.50
		Contact DHR	0			Contact DHR	0
		Contact Total	5.00			Contact Total	87.50
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  70.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Also Listed As: 
Formerly: 

Catalog Description:

This course continues an introduction to non-realistic styles and period realism, as well as further study of acting theory and specialized performance skills.  Three different styles are introduced over the course of the semester; styles studied will change each time the course is offered.  This combination instruction/performance ensemble course requires night rehearsals during the last two-three weeks of classes and culminates in an evening public showcase performance.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Course Completion of THAR 13.1A AND Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 13.1BL

Recommended Preparation:

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

This course continues an introduction to non-realistic styles and period realism, as well as further study of acting theory and specialized performance skills.  Three different styles are introduced over the course of the semester; styles studied will change each time the course is offered.  This combination instruction/performance ensemble course requires night rehearsals during the last two-three weeks of classes and culminates in an evening public showcase performance.

(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:Course Completion of THAR 13.1A AND Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 13.1BL
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:		Inactive:
Area:
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
CSU Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Spring 2016	Inactive:
UC Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Spring 2016	Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Certificate Applicable Course

COURSE CONTENT

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1.   Prepare, rehearse, and perform material from plays requiring unique styles, period realism and/or specialized performance skills at a beginning/intermediate level for a public audience with increased versatility and confidence.

2.   Adapt his/her character development process and performance techniques to meet the needs of a play's specific style, period, and/or specialized performance demands at a  beginning/intermediate level.

3.   Identify and explain major historical, literary, and cultural forces that shaped the development of a play's specific style and/or period, as well the relationship of those  forces to the acting techniques required.

 

Objectives:

1.   Demonstrate performance skills through a variety of acting styles, period realism and/or plays requiring specialized performance skills (e.g. dialects, unarmed combat, period movement, etc.) at a beginning/intermediate acting level.

2.   Identify the influence of historical events, literature and culture on the theatrical practices of various periods.

3.   Analyze and score scripts, applying style-appropriate and/or period-appropriate techniques at a beginning/intermediate level.

4.   Conduct in-depth research and text analysis in preparation for roles from styles and periods of plays.    

5.   Translate basic acting theories and analytical concepts into practical application through performance interpretations, as well as applying skills and styles from previously studied periods.

6.   Create and sustain the distinct physical, vocal, and behavioral components of multiple characters, while adapting to the performance requirements of specific styles, periods,and/or special performance techniques.

7.   Revise and enhance acting choices, objectively incorporating the feedback of others, and utilizing the rehearsal process as a period of creative exploration.

8.   Define individual acting obstacles and determine individual strengths, including self- assessment of work with previously studied periods and styles.

9.   Critique the work of others, utilizing terms and concepts relating to the specific style, period, and/or specialized skill being performed.

10. Support the throughline of a composite showcase by sustaining energy, focus, and pacing, as well as creatively interpreting transitional business.

11. Work cooperatively and professionally within a high-stress environment to produce a collaborative work of art for public performance.

Topics and Scope

As part of their second experience with introductory styles, periods, and skills, THAR 13.1B students will be introduced to the following topics during the course:

 

I.    Self-Assessment Techniques

      A.  Recognizing strengths

      B.  Identifying areas needing improvement

      C.  Acknowledging obstacles (internal and/or external)

      C.  Articulating personal learning goals for semester

 

II.    Introduction to Peer Mentoring

      A.  Communication techniques when helping others

      B.  Modeling effective techniques in your own process

      C.  Role of peer mentor in a classroom/rehearsal

            1.  Instructor and mentor relationship

            2.  Mentor and peer relationship

            3.  Maintaining appropriate boundaries

      D.  Potential mentoring tasks

            1.  Script analysis assistance

            2.  Scoring and scansion assistance (when applicable)

            3.  Dialects assistance

            4.  Period movement assistance

            5.  Staging assistance

 

III.   Comparing Previously Studied Styles to Current Semester

      A.  Differences between styles studied

      B.  Similarities between styles studied

      C.  Benefits when studying styles and periods

 

CORE TOPICS

 

I.     Review of period and non-realistic acting styles

      A.  Defining style

      B.  Researching a style or period

      C.  Personal acting development when studying styles and periods

 

II.   Introduction of Style Units:

      Each time the course is offered, three different styles will studied and performed,

       selected by the instructor using the following criteria:

           -  At least two non-realistic styles

                   (e.g. Greek, Kabuki, Commedia dell 'Arte, Farce, Comedy of Manners,

                  Absurdism, Brechtian, Post Moderism, etc.)

           -  At least one from a period prior to the 20th century

           -  At least one comedic style

           -  At least one dramatic or tragic style

           -  At least one should require a special performance skill

                  (e.g. dialects, period movement, unarmed combat, playing a disability, etc.)

      Each style unit may focus on material from a single representative play, an

       individual playwright's body of work, or works by multiple playwrights.  A record

       of past units taught is kept on file by the department.  

 

III.   Performing Non-Realistic Styles            

       A.  Historical and/or theoretical context

      B.  Script and character analysis

      C.  Vocal characterization within the style          

       D.  Physical characterization within the style              

 

IV.  Performing Period Plays

      A.  Historical and theoretical context

      B.  Script and character analysis

      C.  Vocal demands of the style

      D.  Movement  of the style

 

V.  Specialized Performance Skills

      A.  Historical and/or theoretical context

      B.  Script and character analysis

      C.  Vocal demands of the style

      D.  Movement  of the style

       E.  Techniques and terminology relating to the skill

 

VI. Rehearsal and Performance Techniques

      A.  Rehearsing with peers

      B.  Script preparation

           1.  Excerpting and cutting

           2.  Timing

      C.  Staging

           1.  Developing a basic floorplan

           2.  Blocking in 3/4 thrust

           3.  Sight lines and upstaging

      D.  Rehearsal costumes and props

      E.  Performance costumes and props

 

VII. Vocal Techniques

      A.  Articulation

      B.  Projection

      C.  Characterization

      D.  Stylization (verse, rhyme, etc.)

      E.  Pronunciation and dialect/accent

 

VIII.  Physical Techniques

      A.  Characterization

      B.  Movement and timing

      C.  Style-specific movement (period movement, etc.)

 

IX.    Preparing for the Showcase

      A. Rehearsing a composite performance

            1. Order and shape of the performance

            2. Transitional and introductory material

            3. Cutting and excerpting

           4. Differentiating multiple characters

      B.  Incorporating production elements

           1.  Lights

           2.  Costumes and costume changes

           3.  Staging transitions

      C. Performance techniques in production

           1. Personal and group warm-ups

           2. Maintaining consistency and focus

           3. Handling nerves

           4. Handling audience responses

           5. Handling the unexpected

Assignments:

1.  Participation in group exercises during course of study.  Exercises may include:

     A. Discussions of acting theory based on assigned readings.

     B. Improvisations and style exercises.

     C. Vocal exercises for clarity, projection, dialect and style.

     D. Physical exercises for relaxation, flexibility, and control.

     E. Period movement and manners.

 

2.  Performance Assignments: The student will perform a scene and/or monologue for each of the three units of study for the course, each assignment demonstrating an understanding and  competence in the specific acting style and/or specialized acting skill.  Each scene or monologue will be performed within a time limit suitable for inclusion in the Showcase. (Suggested time limit:  scenes - approx. 2-5 minutes; monologues - approx. 1-2 minutes).

 

3.  Read 3 plays (one for each performance assignment).

 

4.  Conduct assigned research and complete 3 written character analyses and/or script analyses. Analyses may be individual assignments or collaborative assignments with scene partners. Depending on the style requirements, may also be given scoring, scansion or other script preparation assignments.

 

5.  SHOWCASE - Participation in culminating public performances of representative scenes and monologues in the styles studied during the semester:

     A.  Prepare selected Showcase material, either reviewing class assignments or rehearsing

           new material.      

      B.  Complete an assigned Showcase preparation assignment (Examples:  hanging lights,

           gathering props, designing the poster, etc.)

     C.  Participate in the preparation and presentation of the public showcase.

 

6.  Attend 2-3 Theatre Arts Department productions.  Participate in class discussion regarding the acting demands within each production and their relationship to course content.

 

7.  Professionalism and Attendance: Adhere to the following standards of acting professionalism throughout the course:

     A.  Arrive promptly and prepared for all class meetings, outside rehearsals, and

           performances.

     B.  Maintain an amiable and supportive attitude when interacting with other members of

           the performance ensemble.

     C.  Participate actively in class discussions and exercises.

     D.  Work collaboratively with scene partners.

     E.  Perform each role in a conscientious and dedicated manner.

     F.  Respectfully follow director's instructions in Showcase preparation and maintain that

           direction in performance.

     G.  Strive to maintain good health and safety practices.

     H.  Follow the terms of the course syllabus.

 

8.  Optional Assignment:  Attend 1-2 professional productions in the style(s) being studied. Discounted group tickets will be arranged; students provide their own transportation. Students unable to attend the performance, either with the group or independently, will be given a suitable alternative assignment (such as viewing a filmed production in the same style).

 

9.  Advanced Optional Assignment: As part of their second experience with introductory styles, periods, and skills, advanced students may also be assigned one or more of the following, based on instructor assessment of student's aptitude for mentoring and current skill level:

    A.  Peer mentoring tasks at an introductory level

    B.  Possible additional scene and/or monologue

    C.  Reflection paper(s):  1-page reflection on a learning experience and/or self-assessment

    D.  Oral presentation or leading group discussion or exercise on a course-related topic

    E.  Student direction of a scene for the Showcase at a beginning level

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 15 - 25%
Character analysis; script analysis; research summary; script preparation assignments; (optional) reflection paper
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 0 - 0%
None
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 60 - 75%
Class performances (scenes and/or monologues); showcase performances; (optional) presentation or extra performance
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 0 - 0%
None
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 10 - 25%
Professionalism--attendance, promptness, and preparation; Showcase preparation assignment; (optional) mentoring or directing

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Acting With Style, 3rd ed.   Harrop, John  and  Epstein, Sabin.  Prentice Hall :  1999 (classic)

 

Style for Actors:  A Handbook for Moving Beyond Realism, 2nd ed.   Barton. Robert.  Routledge: 2009. (Classic)

 

Scripts for each assigned scene or monologue.

 

Instructor prepared materials

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