THE 217 - Devised and Ensemble Based Theatre (1)

Devised and Ensemble Based Theatre is the process of collaboratively creating live performance. This practical and performance based introduction encourages students to explore a variety of techniques used to collaborate, create and present original work. Techniques include: physical theatre, object as source, documentary theatre techniques, improvisation, found text, “place-hacking,” adaptation and collaborative writing. Students will explore the history of Devised and Ensemble Based Theatre, generate new work, practice critical feedback of works-in-progress and explore the political and philosophical underpinnings of collaborative theatre-making as a tool for social justice and civic engagement. This course will culminate in the creation and presentation of original work. Can be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: THE 115
(Fine Arts)