THTR3303 · Theater
Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences
Acting III explores the essential principles of acting using the methods developed by Sanford Meisner and William Esper. Through a progression of structured improvisations, the actors ability to work moment by moment and to truthfully live in those moments is developed. These exercises are designed to stimulate impulses, sharpen concentration and listening skills, and develop the imagination, spontaneity and emotional skills of the actor. During the semester, students apply the expertise acquired through these exercises to scene work.
Course experience
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Organization
4.3 / 5
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Challenge
4.8 / 5
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Attendance
4.9 / 5
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Assignments
4.8 / 5
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Weekly effort
~5
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Spring 2025
1 sectionFall 2023
1 sectionSpring 2021
1 section