Drama classes London: Acting course London: City Lit

Stanislavski workshop

Explore character building with reference to Stanslavski's principles: detailed research, psychological motivation and emotional truth. A necessary discipline for the serious actor.

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Key course information

Dates
27/04/12 - 29/06/12

Day(s)
Fri

Duration
10 weeks

Time
15:00 - 18:00

Fees
Full fee: £156
Senior fee: £88
Concession: £70

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DA011*

Availability
Contact department

This course is full

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

Course outline

What is the course about?

An exploration of Stanislavski's acting technique - extending and challenging existing approaches.

What topics will we cover?

Refreshing basic exercises and proceeding to more advanced techniques, you will explore sense memory; objectives, actions and activities; emotional memory; characterisation; animal exercises; song exercises and in-depth scenework.

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

• use the principle of the Stanislavski technique to develop a character
• apply Stanislavski's system to a play/film text in order to analyse it
• build character through-lines
• extend your own expressiveness
• choose appropriate examples from your own life experience to support character experience
• recognise and make a 'physical transformation'.

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

Acting experience essential.
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.
• Use numbers to recognise rhythm.

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

All work will be practical with some preparation. Students will work alone, in pairs and in groups, according to the exercise.

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

A notebook and pen.

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. Continual feedback through the sessions, and observations.

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.

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27/04/12 to 29/06/12	Fri	15:00 - 18:00	10 weeks	£156	£88	£70	DA011	Full	» Select
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