Introduction to Theatre: Indigenous Performance

6 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) Students study performance in plays and stories of the Indigenous peoples of this area of North America through practical exercises, lectures and readings and/or films. The approach to development exercises, rehearsal and performance are based on traditional Indigenous teachings synthesized with approaches that have been adopted from other cultures by contemporary Indigenous theatre artists. The art and craft of the actor/performer/storyteller is explored through improvisation, role preparation, workshops and class presentations. Students are evaluated on both written and performance assignments. An Elder serves as advisor and support to the course. This course fulfills the prerequisite for all courses currently requiring an Introduction to Theatre course (THFM-1001 or THFM-1002), including THFM-2101 Acting Theory and Practice. Note: Only ONE of THFM-1001, THFM-1002 or THFM-1003 may be used toward the major.