DTH 3326 Performance Seminar: Solo Performance

This seminar immerses students in the creation of a solo play as a written work and embodied performance, and grounds them in the theoretical/historical context of solo performance. We will investigate various aspects of the form including fine/performance art, stand-up comedy, monologue , character-based work , virtuosic musicianship/storytelling, and dance. Students will develop and demonstrate facility in innovative use of physicality; dexterity and flexibility of vocal range; use of theatrical objects and images; ability to approach narrative from multiple points of view. The Seminar will include reading and writing on the theatrical genre of Solo Performance and a final script for each student's solo piece. The course will include trips to view at least two solo performance productions in NYC area and will culminate with a staged showing of the work created over the course of the semester.

Credits

3