Acting through history: Elizabethan Period

8 weeks-self paced

Description&

Class Experience

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A unique self -paced course that merges the art of acting with history.  

The Spanish Armada is a significant event in 16th century history marked by controversy, mayhem and revival. At the heart, stands Queen Elizabeth I

as she gives her rallying speech to the troops at Tillbury.  Immerse oneself in the rich text that makes it a perfect backdrop for any student-actor to learn, prepare and practice the craft of acting.

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Students will: 

• Learn to explore scripted material for presentation. 

• Explore the Elizabethan political, religious and social climate as it relates to war, music, art, movement and language between 1500s-1600s.

• Research and source details of the Spanish Armada.

• Communicate the Given Circumstances of a scripted speech and monologue.

• Present scripted material for performance on camera.

• Practice the application of various acting techniques.

• Utilize technology to present work and performances.

• Learn the principles of text analysis and text technique.

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For 11-17 year olds only.

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Type: Online, Self -paced

Course Fee: $25.00

Includes: PDF guide. 10 assignments, 6 exercises, 4 challenges plus 1 live 45 minute zoom conference with Instructor.

5 handouts, 2 Worksheets, Book resources, and website links

Self tape instructions.

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