TA 210 - Movement for the Actor I

4 credits
Offers a beginning study of the physical component of acting. Designed to develop an actor’s awareness and use of his or her primary tool, the body. Emphasizes learning the fundamental skeletal and muscular structures; building strength, coordination, and stamina; and creating a basic, all-purpose warm-up that is adaptable to individual physical needs and situations. Improvisational exercises explore awareness of the physical self, neutral alignment, physical creativity, and relaxation and breathing techniques.Prerequisite(s): TA 247 or instructor consentCorequisite(s): TA 224 and TA 248