History of Acting

THEATRST 402S

This course surveys major acting traditions from around the world. Readings provide historical and theoretical perspectives on acting, and assignments require students to engage with the topic as researchers. Students will learn about various philosophical and artistic understandings of embodiment and about the political and societal roles actors have played throughout history. Students will work on research projects and will be required to write a research paper. (Does not fulfill the capstone requirement for History).
Curriculum Codes
  • CCI
  • R
  • W
  • ALP
  • CZ
Cross-Listed As
  • HISTORY 431S
Typically Offered
Fall and/or Spring