THEA 20A
Theory and Technique of Acting (Introduction)

Course Description

This course examines the basic theory and techniques of acting, along with the actor's range of choices within the framework of scenarios and improvisation. Students will conduct a beginning analysis of acting styles and methods from diverse cultural and historical perspectives.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
27635 THEA 20A 61 Seats open Monday, Wednesday 06:30 PM-07:45 PM Elizabeth Stimson G3
Monday, Wednesday 08:00 PM-09:15 PM

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Class Syllabus: Download Syllabus
Footnote:
THEA-020A-61: Fully ON-CAMPUS. This class meets on-campus each week on scheduled days and times as noted in the class listing.

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 3
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 3
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
  • Letter Grade
  • Pass/No Pass

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
  • ESL 272 and ESL 273, or ESL 472 and ESL 473, or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL 5
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