Acting I
THEA 245
Fall 2026
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This studio course will explore the fundamentals of acting and how they are applicable to all areas of life, regardless of vocation. A wide range of exercises will be used to develop relaxation, concentration, and the imagination, and to free the body and voice of tension. Students will examine the creative process practically and theoretically, through exercises including games, improvisation, monologues, and scene work. Emphasis will be placed on building confidence, cultivating each artist's individual voice, and approaching the work with a deep sense of curiosity, generosity, joy, and serious play. For more information on Acting I, please visit: https://youtu.be/lKS7g1DMD58 |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA THEA |
| Course Format: Studio | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Theater) |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
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Examinations and Assignments:
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Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
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To request enrollment: submit the POI request for this section through your WesPortal AND fill out the Google application form: https://bit.ly/THEA245POI
As of 7/23/26 there are still seats in this section for incoming first year students; interested students should submit the POI and fill out the application AND submit the required 1-2 minute video asap (see application for details). Consideration and POI approval will continue on a rolling basis until seats are filled. In some cases, you may be contacted for additional information and/or to schedule an interview.
Any questions about the course, the application process or the enrollment process should be directed to the instructor: moliveras@wesleyan.edu
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| Instructor(s): Oliveras,Maria-Christina Times: .M..... 01:20PM-04:10PM; Location: TST001; |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 10 | Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click "Add to My Courses" and "To request a POI electronically, click here" to submit your request. |
| SECTION 02 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
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Examinations and Assignments:
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Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
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This course requires an application. To apply: submit a POI request for this section through your WesPortal, AND submit the application form found at this link: https://bit.ly/THEA245POI
Deadline for enrollment consideration: Both POI request and application form must be submitted by Monday April 6, 2026 at 5pm in order to be considered for enrollment.
Professor Yeoman may contact you for additional information and/or to schedule an interview.
Any questions about the course, the application process or the enrollment process should be directed to the instructor: lyeoman@wesleyan.edu
This course counts towards the Theater Arts requirement for the THEA major. |
| Instructor(s): Yeoman,Lauren Murphy Times: ..T.R.. 02:30PM-04:30PM; Location: TST001; |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 10 | Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click "Add to My Courses" and "To request a POI electronically, click here" to submit your request. |
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