STUDIO - Building Character 310

Details

Session: Fall 2024
Chapter:  Denton County
Location:  Character Factory
Time:  4:00pm - 5:30pm
Day:  Monday
Starts:  08/19
Ages:  13 - 18
Tuition:  $5.00

** Registration ended September 5, 2024 at 11:55pm

Description

This course covers the process of developing complex, realistic, and believable characters for the stage actor. Study includes analyzing source material for given circumstances, making character decisions congruent with the world of the play, completing a robust and applicable character analysis, and practically applying these tools to improve performance.

Objectives:
  1. Character Analysis: Teach students how to conduct thorough character analyses, identifying motivations, backgrounds, and relationships (Anchor Standard 7: Perceive and analyze artistic work).
  2. In-Depth Script Analysis: Guide students in analyzing source material to understand given circumstances and character context (Anchor Standard 8: Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work).
  3. Practical Application: Develop practical techniques for embodying characters on stage, including physicality, voice, and emotional expression (Anchor Standard 5: Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation).

Teacher:


Valerie Bishop

Valerie has been teaching Shakespeare, theater and fine arts classes for seven years. She is passionate about making classic literature and plays come alive for a new generation of readers and performers. Valerie graduated from The Art Institute of Dallas in Graphic Design and enjoys all things theater, art, literature, creating curriculum, teaching and chocolate.

Location:

907 W Main Street, Lewisville, TX 75067