THA 110 - Fundamentals of Acting

    Recent Professors
    B. Swan Finch, L. Murphy
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    25–30 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area C1
    Description
    This course introduces beginning acting students to the foundational principles of the actor's craft through lectures, class discussions, improvisation, and practical exercises. With a focus on creating an inclusive and supportive environment, students will explore diverse perspectives and lived experiences in the development of characters and stories. Through rehearsal and performance of monologues and scene work, students will learn warm-up techniques, audition practices, theater etiquette, terminology, safety protocols, and the fundamentals of the acting profession. Emphasizing respect for cultural differences and equitable representation, the course encourages students to engage with a broad range of theatrical characters and develop critical analyses of a live performance in relation to the art and craft of acting.
    Usually Held
    Tue 2:00pm–3:50pm, Tue Thu 2:00pm–3:15pm, Wed 10:00am–11:50am, Wed 10:00am–12:50pm