DRA 139 - Acting for the Camera

1. Break down the definition of acting.
   1. Experiment with the theory of truthful behavior.
   2. Practice with the theory of imaginary circumstances.
2. Examine the foundational terminology for the craft of acting.
   1. Discuss relevant terminology used in the field.
   2. Use studied terminology practically in exercises, discussions, assignments, rehearsals, and performances.
3. Distinguish the principal differences between acting for the camera versus acting on stage.
   1. Discuss how truthful behavior in imaginary circumstances is used most effectively on the stage during live performance.
   2. Explore effective truthful behavior while acting on camera.
   3. Determine how effective performed acting choices are on camera.
4. Incorporate the tools of the voice, body, and impulse into truthful behavior as perceived by the camera.
   1. Experiment with a wide range of vocal-physical choices on camera.
   2. Develop an ability to gauge how effectively the intensity of vocal-physical tools are being applied to storytelling on camera.
5. Interpret a character as written in the context of a television show or short film.
   1. Decide what character analysis will be strongest in support of clear and effective storytelling on screen.
   2. Determine how effectively the analysis can be implemented.
6. Interpret copy as written in the context of a commercial.
   1. Prepare copy to be effectively shared multiple ways in the context of a video commercial.
   2. Compare and contrast the variant copy performance styles.
7. Create an audition length performance of at least one film or television character.
   1. Perform each memorized scene more than once.
   2. Synthesize character analysis preparation with any performance.
8. Perform audition length copy from at least one commercial.
   1. Present each memorized script more than once.
   2. Demonstrate an ability to apply variant directions.
   3. Show a capacity to hit consistent marks.
9. Critique performances of actors on camera in various forms.
   1. Evaluate the performer with clear communication of effective and/or ineffective acting choices.
   2. Argue how effective the performer’s acting choices were by citing specific examples.
   3. Distinguish the variant effective choices as related to their forms of delivery.