Movement I - CST 237
https://courses.vccs.edu/courses/CST237-MovementI
Effective: 2023-05-01
Course Description
Introduces the basic techniques and theories of stage movement for the purpose of creating truthful physical behavior in the theatre. Part I of II.
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
3 credits
The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.
General Course Purpose
Provides students with the basic skills and knowledge needed to use the body as a responsive and expressive instrument in a theatrical setting.
Course Objectives
- Communication
- Effectively communicate theatrical observations through written and/or oral communication.
- Critical Thinking
- Identify and explain how movement contributes to personal perception.
- Evaluate a movement performance (peer, live or video) by analyzing various components that influence viewpoint.
- Cultural and Social Understanding
- Demonstrate knowledge of the role of theatrical movement in society.
- Recognize/describe how theatrical movement influences individuals and/or society.
- Recognize/describe how individual and societal factors influence theatrical movement creation.
- Personal Development
- Augment theatrical skills through assignments/assessments designed to measure performance goals.
- Cultivate personal goals related to theatre viewing, production experience, or performance attendance.
Major Topics to be Included
- Movement Foundations
- Movement Theories and Analysis
Optional Topics
- Optional Areas of Study, i.e., Mime, Flash Theatre, Clowning