Have you wondered if you might enjoy acting? Whether you want to start an acting career or just improve your communication skills, this fun and enjoyable class, in a uniquely supportive environment, will introduce you to the basic tricks and techniques of the craft, as well as giving you an appreciation for this complex and exciting art form. You'll learn techniques that will help you improve your memory, concentration, discipline, freedom of expression, risk-taking, and the building of an ensemble. You'll learn body motion, speaking skills, character development, and expressiveness, useful skills you can apply in many non-theatrical situations and that will enhance your abilities in personal expression and public communication.
Note: No previous actor training or experience required.
Course Number: THEA-40007
Credit: 3.00 unit(s)
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7/15/2024 - 9/16/2024
$325
In-class
San Diego
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CLASS TYPE:
This is a traditional classroom setting.
All class meetings held in-person according to published location, dates and times. Students may be expected to engage with course content online during the published course dates.
Thompson, Matt, Foundation in acting and writing for both the stage and screen using the imagination.
Matthew Salazar-Thompson received his bachelor’s degree from San Diego State University, his M.A. in theatre from San Diego State University and his MFA in creative writing with a double emphasis in fiction and playwriting from UC Riverside. As a playwright, he has been commissioned by The San Diego Repertory Theatre ("Star Crossed"), North Coast Repertory Theatre ("The Little Mermaid," "The Perfectly Preposterous Pirate Adventure of Solana Beach," "Ted Williams: A Tip of the Cap," "Mistletoe, Music & Mayhem!"), Compass Theatre ("9066," "The 146 Point Flame"), New Fortune Theatre ("Cellar Door," "Switching Tracks"), Coronado Playhouse ("If the Shoe Fits," "A Roman Hol...Read More
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TEXTBOOKS:
No information available at this time.
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POLICIES:
Early enrollment advised.
No refunds after: 7/22/2024.
Early Enrollment Discount: $300 ($325 if enrolled after 6/3/2024).
1st no meeting date: 9/2/2024.
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DATE | DAY | START | END | LOCATION |
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7/15/2024 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 465, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
7/22/2024 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 465, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
7/29/2024 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 465, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
8/5/2024 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 465, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
8/12/2024 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 465, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
8/19/2024 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 465, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
8/26/2024 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 465, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
9/9/2024 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 465, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
9/16/2024 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 465, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
There are no sections of this course currently scheduled. Please contact the Arts, Humanities, Languages & Digital Arts department at 858-534-5760 or ahl@ucsd.edu for information about when this course will be offered again.