Acting I: Introduction
THEA-40007
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 give 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.
Quarters Offered: Winter | Spring | Summer | Fall
Course Duration: 8 weeks (1 class meeting per week)
Prerequisite: None; no previous acting training or experience required.
Related Courses: Acting II and Improv 101
Course Information
Course sessions
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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.
Textbooks:
All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.
Policies:
- No refunds after: 1/27/2025
- Early Enrollment Discount: $300 ($325 if enrolled after 12/9/2024)
- 1st no meeting date: 1/20/2025
- 2nd no meeting date: 2/17/2025
- Early enrollment advised
Schedule:
| Date | Day | Start | End | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/13/2025 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 435, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
| 1/27/2025 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 435, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
| 2/3/2025 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 435, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
| 2/10/2025 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 435, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
| 2/24/2025 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 435, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
| 3/3/2025 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 435, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
| 3/10/2025 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 435, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
| 3/17/2025 | Mon | 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Room 435, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego |
