This is a non-major studio class designed to introduce fundamental acting techniques and to provide performers with foundational exercises upon which to build an ever more sophisticated practice for performing onstage. Cooperative group exercises and close observation of human behavior in oneself and in one's environment will form the core of this course's exploration. Through psychophysical exercises, theatre games, improvisation, rehearsal, and presentation of assigned work, students will develop the actor's most valuable tools: the body as our essential instrument, point of view, imagination, relaxation, spontaneity, listening and responding truthfully, and creating with an ensemble.
1-3 units · Satisfactory/No Credit · GER: WAY-CE
This is a non-major studio class designed to introduce fundamental acting techniques and to provide performers with foundational exercises upon which to build an ever more sophisticated practice for performing onstage. Cooperative group exercises and close observation of human behavior in oneself and in one's environment will form the core of this course's exploration. Through psychophysical exercises, theatre games, improvisation, rehearsal, and presentation of assigned work, students will develop the actor's most valuable tools: the body as our essential instrument, point of view, imagination, relaxation, spontaneity, listening and responding truthfully, and creating with an ensemble.
Offered in Autumn 2026 at Stanford University.