Overview
Description
This course is designed to bridge the gap between academic training and a professional career in theatre and/or the larger entertainment industry. It focuses on practical, real-world skills, industry etiquette and business acumen. Students will focus on their specific area of specialization (musical theatre, acting, or design and technology).
Requirements
Prerequisites
- Major or minor in Theatre, Musical Theatre, or Dance
- Junior or Senior Standing
Original catalog text
Prerequisites
Major or minor in Theatre, Musical Theatre, or Dance; Junior or Senior Standing.
Units
Lecture1
Discussion Recitation1
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Fall
Terms
fall
Restrictions
Major or minor in Theatre, Musical Theatre, or Dance; Junior or Senior Standing
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- identify and implement industry standards of professionalism within the area of specialization.
- critically evaluate examples of personal work for inclusion in a portfolio or audition packet, noting both the quality of the work itself and the quality of the representing evidence.
- articulate an artist’s statement, speaking to their own artistic values, skills, experiences and personal talents.
- effectively present their work in a professional setting.
- describe the business aspects of working in the profession including navigating contracts and negotiations, union rules (AEA, USA, SDC, SAG-AFTRA, etc) as well as the role of agents and managers.