Introduction to Acting I: Improvisation and Fundamentals (THA 105)

This entry-level course in acting is an exploration of the individual's body, voice and imagination and tools for communication. Through theatre games and exercises, students will explore improvisation and acting as a continuum of dynamic action, of listening and responding to stimuli and action with both the body and the emotional self. These tools will be applied to the presentation of monologues and scenes in class. Students will be required to attend live Theater performances. This course is subject to a course fee.

Prerequisites

The following courses must be taken prior to this course
ENG 010A - Basic Writing or ENG 011 - Basic Writing II or ESL 011 - Basic Writing II
REA 011 - Fundamentals of College Reading or REA 017 - Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension Development II
Term Location Sections Available
2024 Winter Semester - 3.5 Week Sections
Online
2025 Spring Semester - 15 Week Sections
Blue Bell
2025 Spring Semester - 15 Week Sections
Online
2025 Spring Semester - 15 Week Sections
Pottstown
2025 Spring Semester - 7 Week Sections - Second Group
Online