COMM 305 - Oral Interpretation

    Recent Professors
    Kimberley A. Church, Jared A. Anderson
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of COMM 305
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1 · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This course introduces students to the field of performance studies through the oral interpretation of various literary forms, including Western and Non-Western forms of literature. Theoretical issues and historical developments are examined and applied to the current performance trends in solo, duo, and interpreters' theater. The focus is on audience analysis, selection, and thematic analysis of literature, discussion, and application of vocal and physiological delivery techniques, program performance, and post-performance evaluation. Oral performances will be delivered synchronously in front of a live audience.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 3:00pm–4:20pm, Mon Wed 1:30pm–4:40pm, Mon Wed 2:30pm–3:50pm, Tue Thu 2:30pm–3:50pm