Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

The student will: 

• Choose and perform character role from dramatic literature and prepare it for performance with a partner
• Perform scenes for the class as required by the course
• Attend a live performance and critique it
• Demonstrate understanding of the preparation of a role

Assessment may include:

1. Scene performance and critique 
2. Character biography 
3. In-class activities 
4. Quizzes over text 
5. Play critique 
6. Short assignment performances

THEMES:

1. Appropriate use of relaxation and concentration 
2. Analysis of script in preparation of a role 
3. Application of theatre vocabulary 
4. Critical analysis 
5. Team work

1.0  BASIS THEATRE VOCABULARY  

1.1            Master stage directions 

1.2            Evaluate performances with a supportive as well as critical eye 

1.3            Determine basic character goals, obstacles, and tactics 

1.4            Demonstrate basic blocking terminology   

2.0  SCRIPT/CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT

1.1            Memorize assigned/chosen scenes 

1.2            Develop blocking for scenes 

1.3            Rehearse with partner in preparation for performance 

1.4            Practice cold reading techniques 

3.0  PERFORMANCES

1.1            Portray a developed character 

1.2            Use the voice with projection and articulation 

1.3            Display blocking choices consistent with the script 

1.4            Demonstrate the partnership aspects of a scene (give-and-take) 

1.5            Accept criticism and praise

4.0 PHYSICAL AND VOCAL WORK 

1.1            Demonstrate a physical and vocal warm-up routine 

1.2            Apply projection and articulation techniques in a scene 

1.3            Determine necessary vigorous physical activity and apply rehearsal techniques 

5.0  WRITING

1.1            Write character biographies as assigned 

1.2            Write critical analysis of plays as assigned

SKILLS: