Theater 10 B Intermediate Acting
Spring 2013 T/TH 11-12:20
Class Rm 4111; Lab Rm 5131
Kathryn Adkins
E-mail kaadkins@cabrillo.edu
Off. Hrs. T/TH 9-11, 12:30-1:00, M 12:30-1:30 or
TBA Rm 4106
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class presents theories, techniques and styles at an intermediate acting level with
an emphasis on script analysis.
Learning Outcomes: 1. Analyze selected dramatic texts.
2. Demonstrate increasing control over the skills of memorization, vocal projection, spatial awareness, stage
directions and physical expression.
3. Perform selected dramatic texts.
SUGGESTED TEXT: The Actor’s Checklist by Rosary Hartel O’Neill
REFERENCE MATERIALS: Respect For Acting and Challenge of the Actor by Uta Hagen, An Actor Prepares and
Building A Character, by Constantin Stanislavski
GRADING: Attendance/Participation = 140 pts. /5 pts. each class, Class assignments = 270 pts., Written and
Performance Final = 100 pts., Lab Journal = 40 pts., Live Performance Review =50pts.
TOTAL = 600 points
CLASS ASSIGNMENTS:
Partner Scene #1, 50 pts., Score 20 pts., Character analysis 20pts.
Partner Scene #2, 50 pts., Score 20 pts., Character analysis 20pts.
Monologue 50 pts. , Score 20 pts., Character analysis 20pts.
Live Performance Review 50 pts.
Lab Journal 40 pts.
Final Presentation 50 pts. + Written Final 50 pts. =100pts
ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION: ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION: Students are expected to participate in all
classes. Your class participation is a graded demonstration of progress and learning. Lack of participation due to absence
or tardiness effects your grade.
Students needing accommodations should contact the instructor ASAP. As required by the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA), accommodations are provided to insure equal opportunity for students with
verified disabilities. If you need assistance with an accommodation, please contact Disabled Student
Services, Room 810, (479-6379) or Learning Skills Program, Room 1073, (479-6220).
TA 250 LAB: Enrollment in one unit (18 hours) of TA250 is required. Each student will keep a Lab Journal of responses
to viewing in the lab Rm 5131. Students mark the time in the provided binder in the lab and then turn in to Ms. Adkins
response papers in a three-hole paper binder.
****LAB JOURNAL: Your lab journal contains all written material: handouts, reviews of material viewed or listened to
in the library or Music/Theater lab room 5131as well as your Professional critique. You will turn in your lab folder once
at the midterm and at the last class (before the final). It will include:
CRITIQUE OF THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE: You must see at least ONE live performance of a drama, musical
comedy, improvisation troupe or opera. One written, typed critique must be turned in with the program or ticket stub. The
last day to turn in a critique is May 29.
FINAL: A final performance of a 2-minute monologue or 2-person 3 minute scene, in the Actor’s Showcase Monday
June 3. This is a wonderful opportunity to perform on stage with lights and sound in front of an audience of peers.
Anyone with exceptional difficulty may perform at the final meeting time, Thurs. June 6 10am.
SCHEDULE
Feb. 12-14
Review of Stanislavski principles: Objectives, Obstacles, Relationship/Character- Actor’s Score
Due Mar. 19 Memorized 2-Person 3-minute scene from T. Williams or A. Miller
Due Feb. 19 Script analysis- score
Feb. 19-21
Working from the Given Circumstance: Time, Place, Character, Magic “If”, Images
Feb. 19 Script analysis/score
Feb. 24 Last day to drop class without receiving a “W” grade
Feb. 26-28
Playing to the 4th wall, Building a Character
Mar. 5-7
Partner Scene rehearsal with instructor and with score review
Mar. 12-14
Partner scene with instructor
Mar. 16 Last day to request pass/no pass option.
Mar. 19-21
Presentation of Partner Scene
Mar. 26-28
Brecht and political theater- Physical character
Due April 16 Monologue with score and character analysis
Mar. 28 Lab Journal Due
April 1-5
SPRING BREAK
May 11 Last day to drop class with a “W”
Ap. 9-11
Emotional Memory, Triggers, Anticipation, Vocal indicators
Choosing partners for 2nd scene
Ap. 11 Immediacy Ex.
Ap. 16-18
Monologue with instructor and peer evaluation
Ap. 23-25
Monologue with instructor and peer evaluation
Ap. 30-May 2 Presentation of Monologue
May 7-9
Endowment- Use of Props; Stella Adler
Due May 21 Score and Character Analysis Scene #2
Due May 28 Partner Scene #2
May 14-16
Adding more nuance: physical choices, emotional intensity, connection
May 21-23
Work with instructor and peer evaluation
May 28-30
Presentation of Partner Scene #2
Due May 28: Lab Journal
June 3
SHOWCASE 7:00pm. Performance; 5:30 Call