Acting and Directing New Work for the Stage

(3 Credit Hours) · Undergraduate

Directing New Work for the Stage explores the collaborative relationship between directors and playwrights in developing and devising new theatrical works. Students will study various directing and devising methods that enable directors to effectively support playwrights throughout the creative process. The course brings together perspectives from accomplished directors working in professional theater while fostering direct partnerships with student playwrights. Through this collaborative exchange, students will develop practical skills in script development, creative problem-solving, and ensemble work. The course culminates in a staged reading of new scenes, with student directors applying the techniques and insights gained throughout the semester.