TIII.2 The student will exhibit independence, discipline, and commitment to the theatre process through work on assigned projects and productions.

TIII.3 The student will integrate acting skills and techniques incorporating voice, movement, and analysis in the rehearsal process and performance by1. creating and sustaining multi-dimensional characters;2. initiating artistic choices to enhance performance;3. enhancing characterizations, dialogue, and action;4. exercising artistic discipline to achieve an ensemble in rehearsal and performance;5. listening to other actors and responding internally as well as externally; and6. demonstrating self-confidence and self-expression.

TIII.8 The student will research multiple acting styles from a variety of historical periods by1. comparing and contrasting decorum, environments, and manners; and2. interpreting characters, situations, and themes.

TIV.1 The student will work independently and collaboratively to raise the standards of formal and informal performance and production work.

TIV.3 The student will demonstrate vocal performance skills—articulation, projection, volume, pitch, tone, vocal placement, rhythm, and dialect.

TIV.4 The student will demonstrate movement skills—use of facial expression, posture, control of gesture, leading center, balance, poise, timing, and breath control.

TIV.8 The student will use cultural and historical research to justify choices in directing and acting projects.