PA 121 - Introduction to Comedic Acting

Credits: 4
This course explores three fundamental aspects of comedic acting: The careful study of text by examining given circumstances and character goals, obstacles, and tactics; ensemble-based work by focusing on collaboration, anti-racist frameworks, and risk-taking; and embodied play which includes studying kinesthetic awareness, unconscious physical habits, rhythm, timing, emotional expressivity, and impulse recognition. This course includes an additional weekly class session dedicated to voice training.

Course Restrictions: Open to Comedic Arts major only
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