Laban for actors (find a character using his system)

Explore building a character using Laban’s system of movement psychology to help expand your vocal range, physically transform and gain more confidence and presence in creating and performing a character.

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Key course information

Dates
27/10/11 - 01/12/11

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
6 weeks

Time
18:40 - 20:40

Fees
Full fee: £71
Senior fee: £71

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DA045*

Availability
This course has finished

No concessionary fees are available as the limit has been reached.

This course has finished

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drama@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2542

Course outline

What is the course about?

A rigorous approach to building the physical and vocal life of a character using Laban’s Inner attitudes and Working Actions.

What topics will we cover?

We will work on Laban’s Movement Psychology, Inner Attitudes of Near, Remote, Awake, Adream, Stable and Mobile and Working Actions.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Approach building a character with more confidence and utilising a greater, more dynamic range.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Not for complete beginners, some acting experience useful.
In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
• Listen actively and communicate clearly.
• Give and receive constructive feedback.
• Read and analyse scripts to find meaning and clarity.
• Take notes.
Create a character using Laban’s system of Movement Psychology.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Each session will involve all the class members. Group work and individual work as well as preparatory work between classes.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Please arrive in clothes appropriate for movement.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.