Courses

Open to advanced acting students, this course requires an ability to understand and apply acting theory, a thorough knowledge of the language of the actor, and an ability to express oneself physically and vocally. Under the mentorship of a professional stage and screen actor, students learn to adapt their training to work for the camera. Scene work is performed on camera, increasing students' comfort level and providing a solid grounding in the technical considerations and language of the medium. Auditioning for film is also covered.

This course encourages students to further develop their physical and vocal instruments, seeking deeper exploration and more creative expression.

This senior seminar course is a retrospective of the 2000-year relationship between the Christian church and the theatre as institutions. Students will explore the views of historical theoreticians such as Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine of Hippo, Francis Schaeffer, and Dorothy Sayers as well as contemporary Christian thinkers about the role of the arts (especially theatre) in culture. Students will examine and develop their own perspectives on the role of theatre in culture as an agent of change, and explore how their callings as Christians and theatre artists will contribute to the theatre industry after graduation.

This course is designed to prepare students for a career in the theatre. Topics include: resume and headshot preparation, financial management, interview skills, introduction to professional theatres, networking opportunities, self-production, creating a demo reel, getting an agent, establishing community, discipline and perseverance, and understanding Equity.

A supervised field placement enabling a student to work in the professional theatre. Students must spend a minimum of 100 hours in supervised work with an approved theatre company.

Introduction to the skills and tools of information research in a high tech environment, beginning with topic analysis and ending with a sound, analytical research report. Emphasis is placed on development of critical thinking strategies, within the conventions of scholarly inquiry that are transferable to most information tasks. Skills developed through this course will have marketplace application.

Prepares and equips the adult learner for academic competency and personal learning success for life. It focuses on adult and lifelong learning in conjunction with your discipline and self-discovery.