DR 651 Elements of Directing I
This process-oriented and hands-on course introduces students to the fundamental principles of Directing. Approaching dramatic material from a directorial point of view, the focus is on the methods of collaboration between the director and the actors. The course, drawing upon Stanislavski's ideas of theatre, develops the student's directorial talent, imagination, skills and craft. The transitional process from page to stage, including the analytical process, casting, rehearsal process, and working with the actors and other artists, creators, and collaborators are explored and investigated. This course culminates in the direction of a short scene from a play for public performance. For MFA students