Screen Acting
Theatre and Film · 3 hrs Lecture | 3 hrs Lab
Offered: Fall/Winter Only
THFM-3110 prerequisites
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Description
Film acting as an art may be approached as a refined version of stage acting but film, unlike the stage, is an intimate medium where the slightest change of mood, emotion, or psychological action is felt and magnified. Using video to record and examine students' work, the course covers the basic principles of the art of acting as they apply to the specific requirements of film: script analysis, role preparation, rehearsal, and blocking. In addition, students are introduced to the vocabulary, protocol, and culture of the film environment. Employment-related topics such as resumes, auditioning, and cold reading are also covered.
Requisite courses
THFM-2101 OR permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)]; THFM-3110L (lab) (must be taken concurrently).
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.