Acting for the Media

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course is designed to give the student a basic practical and theoretical understanding of the demands of acting for the camera. It focuses on specific knowledge, skills, and techniques with special attention to adaptation from stage to media work. Classes consist of lectures and discussions on the art and craft of film acting interpreted with practical exercises designed to address and overcome the problems inherent in the art. Students are expected to research and present special topics of relevance, prepare and perform a major role in a scene, prepare and perform minor acting roles as needed, and participate in technical activities in support of classmates' work. Restrictions: Honours Form Required. Requisite Courses: THFM-2101 [prerequisite(s)].