Department of Theatre Arts
Course Number and Title
THRT- 2643
Shakespeare in Performance
Instructor
Catalog Description
Prerequisites
Course Objectives
Number(s) next to
objectives represent the
tenets of Transformative
Learning:
1. Discipline Knowledge
2. Leadership
3. Research, Scholarly and
Creative Activities
4. Service learning and Civic
Engagement Activities
5. Global and Cultural
Competencies
6. Health and Wellness
Required Text(s) and
Materials
CRN
21397
Term / Year
Spring 2015
Time and Location
M/W 2:00 – 3:15pm
Central Plaza 1
Name: Emily Heugatter, MFA
Office Location: MCOM 103C
Office: 405.974.3415 Cell: 314.853.4984 (please do not call or text after 9pm)
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Tuesdays, 12:00 – 1:30pm; Thursdays, 12:00 – 3:30pm
This course is designed to provide students with an intensive study of performing Shakespeare
on stage with special emphasis on verse and character analysis. Soliloquies and scenes will be
developed and performed in class.
THRT 1513 with written permission of instructor, or 1523, 2613, 3583, and sophomore
standing or above. Enrollment open to Theatre Arts majors only.
At the University of Central Oklahoma, we are guided by the mission of helping students learn
by providing transformative experiences so that they may become productive, creative, ethical
and engaged citizens and leaders contributing to the intellectual, cultural, economic and social
advancement of the communities they serve. Transformative learning is a holistic process that
places students at the center of their own active and reflective learning experiences. A student's
major field is central to the learning experience and is a vital part of the "Central Six."
All students will be transformed with Discipline Knowledge, Leadership, Problem Solving
(Research, Scholarly and Creative Activities), Service Learning and Civic Engagement,
Global and Cultural Competencies, and Health and Wellness.
Upon completing this course students will be able to:
• Complete scansion of Shakespeare verse, recognizing the metrical rhythms and
alterations; (1, 3, 5)
• Understand the metrical verse changes and their use as an acting tool in performance
work; (1, 3)
• Understand and utilize the technique of word-for-word paraphrasing; (1, 3)
• Understand and utilize Freeman’s First Folio technique; (1, 3)
• Gain a basic knowledge of the Shakespeare canon; (1, 3, 5)
• Understand and employ differences in performing “classical” and “contemporized” or
“concept” Shakespeare; (1, 3, 5)
• Perform selected scenes from Shakespeare’s canon, building upon knowledge and tools
from previous acting classes. (1, 3)
Riverside Shakespeare, Second Edition
Shakespeare Lexicon and Quotation Dictionary, Volumes 1 and 2
Class Format
Course Requirements
Student Supplies
Technology Statement
Evaluation & Grading
Policies
Through the use of lectures, discussions, in-class coachings, and exercises, students will gain an
understanding of the metrical structure of Shakespeare’s verse and how to use it as a tool in
scene work, character development, and performance. Additionally, students will learn
performance differences between Shakespeare’s comedies and tragedies, as well as classical
versus contemporized Shakespeare in performance.
• Performance: Sonnet
• Performance: Scene 1 (Tragedy/History: Classical)
• Performance: Scene 2 (Comedy: Contemporized)
• Final Performance: Scenes 1 and 2
• Full scansion and paraphrasing for each scene and sonnet
• Scansion homework assignment
In addition to the texts listed, students should have a notebook and binder designated
specifically for this course in which to keep notes and handouts. Additionally, please bring a
pen or pencil to each class.
Women should have a full-length rehearsal skirt and shoes with a small heel (character shoes
ideal.) Men should have tailored pants (no jeans) and hard soled shoes.
Students will be expected to use a variety of computer software to complete problems and
projects. Software may include but is not limited to WebCT, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
internet browsers.
Growth, Effort, and Participation: 20%
Scansion Homework: 10%
Sonnet Performance, Scansion, and Paraphrasing: 10%
Scene Scansion and Paraphrasing (2): 20%
Scene 1: 10%
Scene 2: 10%
Final Performance: 20%
100%--90% = A
89% --80% = B
79% --70% = C
Attendance Policy
Professionalism
University Policies
69% --60% = D
59% --0% = F
The grade of A, which universally confirms excellence, may only be acquired upon the complete demonstration
that you have mastered the processes offered for acquisition in this course.
THEATRE ARTS POLICY: Due to the nature of this course, each student is expected to
attend class regularly. Students missing 2 weeks of class (cumulatively) or more will
automatically receive an F or be asked to withdraw from the course. The only exemptions are:
jury duty, military, and school-sanctioned events with a written one-week notice submitted by letter. Death in
the immediate family and other extenuating circumstances will be considered on a case-by-case
basis. Arriving after roll is taken and/or leaving before the instructor dismisses the class
defines a tardy. Two tardies will equal one absence. There are no makeups for tardies and
unexcused absences.
In the interest of courtesy, please call, text, or email me if you are going to be late or miss a
class. If you miss a day in which your scene is scheduled to coach, you may not make it up
unless you have made prior arrangements with me. Partners will not be penalized.
UCO Theatre Arts students are asked to foster a high standard of professional and courteous
behavior. This is applicable to the work submitted for class and to student’s self conduct in a
learning environment. The goal is to support a genuine collaborative environment and
establish positive working relationships. Poor quality of work, disruptive or disrespectful
decorum, or any activity deemed detrimental to the success of the endeavor at hand, will
constitute grounds for failure or dismissal at the discretion of the Professor.
http://www.uco.edu/academic-affairs/files/aa-forms/StudentInfoSheet.pdf
Course Calendar
The instructor reserves the right to alter the syllabus and/or class schedule to better meet the needs of the class. There are NO make-ups,
extensions, or do-overs in this course. Assignments must be turned in on time in the proper format for credit.
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Date
1/12
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W
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1/14
1/19
1/21
1/26
W
1/28
M
2/2
W
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W
M
W
2/4
2/9
2/11
2/16
2/18
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W
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2/23
2/25
3/2
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3/4
3/9
3/11
3/16
3/18
3/23
3/25
3/30
4/1
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4/6
4/8
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4/13
4/15
4/20
4/22
4/27
4/29
Topic
Introduction, review syllabus. Shakespeare
Jeopardy!
Short video: Richard II. Begin scansion work
No class, MLK Day
Scansion
Paraphrasing, First Folio technique
All present sonnets, group and instructor feedback
following
Sonnet coaching
Sonnet coaching
Sonnet coaching
Sonnet coaching
Sonnet coaching
Present all sonnets. Distribute first round of
scenes and partners
No class, KCACTF
No class, KCACTF
Scene coachings: A, B (first 20 lines)
Scene coachings: C, D (first 20 lines)
Scene coachings: E, F (first 20 lines)
Scene coachings: G (first 20 lines), A (full scene)
No class, Spring Break
No class, Spring Break
Scene coachings: B,C (full scene)
Scene coachings: D, E (full scene)
Scene coachings: F,G (full scene)
Present first round of scenes, distribute second
round scenes and partners
Workshop: contemporary Shakespeare
Scene coachings: A, B (first 20 lines)
Due
Homework
Select sonnet to perform
Sonnet selection due
Scansion Homework due
Sonnet scansion and
paraphrasing due
Complete scansion homework
to turn in
Sonnet scansion and
paraphrasing
Full scene Scansion and
paraphrasing to turn in
All scenes: Photocopy of
script with scansion
completed. Full scene
paraphrased on a separate
page to turn in.
Full scene Scansion and
paraphrasing to turn in
All scenes: Photocopy of
script with scansion
completed. Full scene
paraphrased on a separate
page to turn in.
Scene coachings: C, D (first 20 lines)
Scene coachings: E, F (first 20 lines)
Scene coachings: G (first 20 lines) A (full scene)
Scene coachings: B, C (full scene)
Scene coachings: D, E (full scene)
Scene coachings: F, G (full scene)
Final Exam- Wednesday, May 6th, 1:00 – 2:50pm. Present BOTH scenes for group and instructor feedback.
Disability Support
Services
“The University of Central Oklahoma complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973 and the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. Students with disabilities who need
special accommodations must make their requests by contacting Disability Support Services, at
(405) 974-2516. The DSS Office is located in the Nigh University Center, Room 309. Students
should also notify the instructor of special accommodation needs by the end of the first week
of class."